Posted 5 years ago
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[...] Posted 5 years ago
Adjusting to the new normal during this time of crisis
Today when we speak with someone over the phone, through email or text or with FaceTime – since there’s no “seeing” or talking to one another [...] Posted 5 years ago
March is National Social Workers Month
March is
National Social Workers Month, and I want to call attention to the amazing
people who commit themselves to this compassionate work. Like teachers, social
wor[...] Posted 5 years ago
What will you do with your 366th day?
What would
you do with more time? Isn’t that the age-old, time-worn question of the ages?
Most of us bemoan that we never seem to have enough time to complete a task[...] Posted 5 years ago
The 5 pillars of thriving non-profits
Joan Garry,
a recognized leader in non-profit management, says there are five pillars that
establish a thriving non-profit: people, programs, money, strategy and
narrative[...] Posted 5 years ago
Reflections at the end of the year
I recently read the following quote: “Wisdom isn’t a quick fix, achieved by Googling or asking Siri for the answer. Wisdom comes through life experience and the sharing o[...] Posted 5 years ago
JFCS provides opportunities for clients, volunteers and donors to all feel thankful
There is much for which to feel grateful. If you’re a sports fan, you can smile thinking back on the great season our homet[...] Posted 5 years ago
JFCS programs and services designed to address development needs for youth of all ages
It’s hard to believe that a new school year has been in session for already two months. In fact, the unofficial fall b[...] Posted 5 years ago
High Holidays a time for introspection; and also a call for action
I was talking with a friend recently about the upcoming Jewish High Holiday season, our memories we cherish, and building new experienc[...] Posted 5 years ago
Anxiety about school safety is unfortunately on parents’ back-to-school checklist
When I was a kid, I looked forward to the start of a new school year. I liked everything about the process—new cloth[...] 