We are profoundly disappointed that Congress passed a budget bill on Thursday, July 3, that will have dire consequences for our clients, staff, and the broader community of people with whom we work. Most JFS clients depend on Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), programs that are being decimated by this bill. It…
Celebrating the Bravery, Resilience, and Strength of Holocaust Survivors
June 4 is Holocaust Survivor Day, a time to celebrate the bravery, resilience, and strength of those who survived the Holocaust. While International Holocaust Remembrance Day and Yom HaShoah are for honoring the memory of all the people taken by the Holocaust, Survivor Day is about celebrating survivors and everything they continue to teach us….
Fighting Isolation, One Connection at A Time
One in three older adults experiences loneliness, and the toll it takes is more than emotional. Social isolation can shorten lives, increase the risk of cognitive decline, and chip away at the joy and dignity every person deserves. At JFS, we believe our elders should be celebrated for the lives they’ve led and the wisdom…
A JFS Update: A Call to Action
Jewish Family Service (JFS) has been a lifeline for our community since 1892, providing critical support to Jewish individuals and families, refugees and immigrants, and the broader community as well. We support individuals and families facing financial crises, food insecurity, domestic violence, homelessness, cognitive disabilities, as well as refugees and immigrants seeking to rebuild their…
The Legacy of Esther: Honoring Our Identity
By Rabbi Ronit Tsadok, Director of Project Kavod Among the many powerful themes in the Purim story is that of identity. How are we marginalized or privileged based on our identity? When are we celebrated and when are we denigrated? At JFS, we strive to serve all members of our community and honor the range…
Why Our Stories Matter: Standing Up for Refugees and Immigrants This Refugee Shabbat
By Rabbi Ronit Tsadok, Director of Project Kavod This year, participating in HIAS Refugee Shabbat from February 28 to March 1 feels more important than ever. This is a critical moment for us to reaffirm and redouble our support for refugees, asylum seekers, and the forcibly displaced. If you want to participate in Refugee Shabbat,…
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