As a parent of a child with developmental disabilities, my wife and I faced the question– who will manage the daily life of our family member with special needs providing the attention and care, in place of us, “when I’m gone”; With a daughter on the West coast and a son who lives a distance […]
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Volunteer Services Newsletter – Winter 2024
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Ways to support yourself, your loved ones, and your community
It is not uncommon to have deep, emotional reactions when a tragic event occurs. The last several days have been deeply unsettling and scary with the horrific events taking place and Israel is at war. Many of us have a connection to Israel and/or have friends and family there who we are worried about. As […]
Volunteer Services Newsletter – Fall 2023
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Back to School 2023
As we approach the new school year, parents and children are experiencing the mixed emotions of this transitional time. While many children may be excited to reconnect with friends and meet their new teachers, some children feel anxious about attending a new school, an increased academic load, or reacclimating socially. Also, parents may feel stressed […]
Fall Support Groups 2023
Support groups provide an opportunity for people with similar personal experiences to express feelings and share coping strategies with professional guidance. Click on any image below to email the facilitator of the group to ask questions or to register. JFS is creating a 5-6 week support group for teens (ages 15-18) whose parents are experiencing [...]
