It was an evening of laughter, an evening of friendship and one of tremendous generosity. Almost 300 guests of all ages showed up and stepped up to help those who call upon JFS in their time of need. The Pre-Comedy Show receptions were brimming with excitement. The Program kicked off...
As parents we do everything we can to protect our children. We teach them about strangers, and the dangers of life, what healthy friendships and relationships look like and what to be weary of, and yet, despite our best efforts, 1 in 3 teens experiences abuse from a dating partner. ...
New York Times staff writer and editor, Bari Weiss is the featured guest at Federation’s upcoming 2019 Main Event. Bari has written and spoken extensively about issues of antisemitism and Jewish identity. She grew up not far from the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh where she also became a Bat...
It’s time to talk Mental Health. Coffee & Conversation allows for an informal dialogue about how we can all do a better job at remaining mentally healthy and strong. It’s about understanding how to protect your mental health, reducing the shame and stigma about mental health and knowing how to...
Domestic violence and sexual assault occur across all age groups, faiths and populations. No one is immune. 1 in 3 women experience sexual assault or Domestic violence at some point in their lives and 1 in 6 men experience sexual abuse before age 18. The effects of these acts extend to families, communities...
Who: Linda Pressman is a freelance writer, editor, 2nd Generation Survivor and author of Looking Up: A Memoir of Sisters, Survivors and Skokie. What: A luncheon, book signing and presentation Where: Wan Fu Quality Chinese Cuisine, 10719 Kettering Dr. When: Sunday, August 26, 2018, Noon – 2 p.m. Tickets: $54...
The Power of Aging is a monthly conversation and lecture series that brings adults 55 and over a thoughtful viewpoint to consider and explore. Topics such as maintaining a positive perspective, how music can enrich your life, making the most of every day and important life discussions are all on...
Jewish Family Services, in partnership with Queens University/Stan Greenspon Center for Peace and Social Justice, invites you to learn more about KAVOD, an organization whose mission is to help Holocaust survivors live the remainder of their lives comfortably and with dignity. Earlier this year, JFS was awarded a grant from...
Meet Adriane. She is just one of the thousands of lives JFS has touched through its many programs and services designed to help those struggling with food insecurity, mental health issues, finding affordable housing, family violence, aging and other traumas. Did you know that 1 out of every 5 Americans...
THANK YOU to all who supported our Live, Laugh, Give Comedy Night, featuring nationally acclaimed comedian, Gary Gulman! It was a come as you are, casual evening of fun, food and philanthropy for the sold out crowd of 275 guests who attended. Hats off to our sponsors, community parters, donors,...