JFS News
JFS Chanukah Happenings
This Chanukah, JFS brought warmth and connection to Holocaust survivors and older adults—both in person and at home—through meaningful celebrations and holiday deliveries. On December 9 and 16, more than 50 Holocaust survivors and caregivers gathered at Oheb Shalom Congregation in South Orange for JFS MetroWest’s Café Europa and Chai Café celebrations. Filled with music, [...]
Rachel Coalition Community Event Recap
What a morning! Volunteers packed emergency kits for victims of domestic violence and their children and then joined a powerful discussion led by Jordana Horn Gordon. We heard about how Rachel Coalition provides care, protection, and safety to survivors. Scroll down to view photos and to read more about all the people who helped make [...]
Holiday & Chanukah Cards for sale!
Send a Card. Share Some Joy. Do Some Good. Make your holiday greetings mean even more this season. With JFS holiday cards, every card you send helps provide essential services to individuals and families throughout our community. From counseling and older adult services to domestic violence services through Rachel Coalition, your holiday wishes help make [...]
Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2025
OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH You can make a difference! Donate to help victims and their families DOUBLE your donation to JFS by inquiring with your employer if they provide matching gifts. Register today for the event! Volunteer to be a Court Advocate and help in family court Purchase a Rachel Coalition eCard or [...]
Volunteer Event 2025
Jewish Family Service of MetroWest held the annual Kenneth Glass Volunteer Appreciation Event on May 13, 2025, at The Woodland in Maplewood, recognizing and celebrating the dedication of more than 200 volunteers whose compassionate service has touched thousands of lives throughout the past year. This year's event was generously underwritten by Merle Glass in honor [...]
