By Leah Persky, PhD • JFCS Family Life Education Manager
It is next to impossible to plan much of anything when we
are living in such uncertain times. Every day things change and we are forced
to re-assess a[...]
Minding your mental health during the pandemic
It might have been a month ago, and then again, it seems like years ago, that I mentioned in this column that it is always important to mind one’s mental he[...]
Two of the largest conferences that JFCS co-sponsors are the Annual Conference on Mental Health (held each fall – which will be virtual this year) and Conference for Caregivers (held in spring every other year)[...]
By Dana Shapiro • Community and Volunteer Engagement Coordinator & Intake Counselor
Thanks to all those who attended our first ever virtual volunteer happy hour on April 23 in celebration of National[...]
The pandemic and social distancing measures it requires is challenging for everyone, but can be especially challenging for people in recovery and those who are battling substance addiction. This month we are feat[...]
JFCS Jewish Community Addiction Services has adapted to meet the needs of clients during the pandemic
The pandemic and social distancing measures it requires is challenging for everyone, but can be especia[...]
You have heard it before – we are living through unprecedented
times. This may be one of the most challenging, important and memorable times
of our lives.
Parents have been thrown into the role of tea[...]
Ideas to help keep families mentally and physically healthy
By Leah Persky • Family Life Education Manager
The other day I was trying to help my daughter make
some progress on her Rubik’s Cube [...]
Tips for navigating life at home during this difficult time
By Mark Kaufman •
JFCS Counselor
*Folx in Relationships is a term intended to be more inclusive of the diversity of romantic relationships t[...]
Is JFCS open during the Governor’s Stay at Home order?
Yes, while our building is closed for most activity, JFCS remains committed to our mission. We are providing the same professional services we always do[...]