From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: October 2023

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What does the “J” in JFCS stand for? That is a question the Board and staff of Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis spends time reflecting on strategically and thoughtfully. After all, we are[...]

Hamas-Israel War: How to begin conversations with your children

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By Leah Persky, PhD & CFLE • Manager of Family Life Education The brutality of the attack on Israel is conveyed in the graphic images and details we see on the news. It is heartbreaking to see and so har[...]

JFCS’ Vocational Rehabilitation program embodies spirit of Disability Employment Awareness Month

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Governor Tim Walz has proclaimed October as Disability Employment Awareness Month in Minnesota, in recognition of the skills, experience and dedication that people with disabilities contribute to the labor f[...]

Caring Connections members relish opportunity to give back to community

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By Stacey Spencer • JFCS Disability Services Manager Caring Connections members – Jewish adults with disabilities – love to get together for events! I mean, they really like attending Caring Connections [...]

Volunteer Spotlight September 2023: Julie Jacobs

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Can you tell us about yourself and your background? I have four children and eight grandchildren and relish any time I spend with them. I received my Master of Social Work at Ohio State. I had a private psycho[...]

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: September 2023

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Food and the month of September seem to go hand-in-hand. As kids return to school and busy schedules, the amount of food they consume is evident in family budgets. Our tastes turn from cold and creamy deliciousne[...]

How much time are we spending online!? The importance of digital mindfulness

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By Leah Persky, PhD & CFLE • Manager of Family Life Education Back-to-school time is in full swing and the transition to new routines and schedules can be a challenge, while simultaneously being a r[...]

Second-hand smoke exposure and the legalization of marijuana

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By Lili Jurayj • Addiction and Recovery Services Program Coordinator If you went to the Minnesota State Fair this year, you might have noticed the pesky clouds of smoke wafting through the air, even in desig[...]

National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month an opportunity to discuss warning signs, treatment and support

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Advocacy groups aim to reduce stigma of discussing suicide By Angela Cowan, MSW, LICSW • JFCS Counseling Manager September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Thoughts of suicide can impac[...]

JFCS’ IT Pathways one of many programs across state being highlighted as part of Workforce Development Month

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Gov. Tim Walz is highlighting efforts to connect Minnesotans to high-growth, high-demand jobs By Sheilah Howard • JFCS Career Services Director September is Workforce Development Month and Governor Ti[...]