JFS is a non-profit social services agency serving all members of the community from all backgrounds. Your generous support enables us to provide crucial programs for those in need.

When it comes to achieving professional and personal goals, finding the right support makes all the difference. JFS Women's Center is here to help displaced homemakers (individuals who are single parents, divorced, separated, widowed or living with a disabled partner---who are seeking to achieve self-sufficiency) tackle life’s challenges and attain success.

As Ms. A, a Women's Center client notes, "I was going through a lot of mental problems at home. The ladies here are very helpful -- helping me to pay for school, find a job, and through the workshops they have." She credits JFS staff with empowering her to change her situation. Now a Medical Assistant, Ms. A enjoys the work she does but admits that staying focused and being able to identify the type of help she needed was critical in achieving her goals. "If someone is investing in you, you have to apply yourself...If you have a problem, [JFS] will help you, but you have to help them, help you." We are very proud of Ms. A's achievements including her steadfast confidence in her own ability to succeed.

The JFS Women's Center offers free individualized support for displaced homemakers. For more information, email womenscenter@jfsmiddlesex.org or call 732-777-1940. Please consider donating to support displaced homemakers as they work hard to improve the future for themselves and their families.

This month, JFS Senior Services kicked off Hazak, a collaborative initiative of JFS, the East Brunswick Jewish Center (EBJC) and the Jewish Federation in the Heart of NJ, aimed at helping local seniors stay connected with their community through a kosher congregate meal and socialization program.

Approximately 80 seniors attended the welcome back dinner on September 8th, enjoying a healthy kosher meal and lively music. As one of JFS' Senior Services congregate meal programs, Hazak helps to promote wellbeing and nutrition among seniors, a group disproportionately plagued by social isolation and depression. This program runs from September to June each year at EBJC for county residents 55 and over; registration is required. 

If you know someone interested in joining Hazak, contact Judy Cavaliere at 732-777-1940 or email office@jfsmiddlesex.org. Additionally, you can learn more at ebjc.org/hazak.

Support the work of JFS' Senior Services by donating online or reaching out to learn how you can volunteer at upcoming senior events. We thank you for your support!

Join us to review the past year’s achievements and to look forward to potential new opportunities for JFS. As a nonprofit, JFS’ success relies on the feedback and support of our community, including volunteers, donors, staff and board members.

Our mission is unattainable without the commitment of our incredible volunteers who helped make 2021 a memorable year of service! At JFS, we are more than the numbers we serve, our impact stems from our core values and honoring our contributors who help us achieve our mission and more.

Bring a guest to learn more about what JFS and our volunteers have accomplished, and how you can help make an impact in 2022 and beyond. This event is open to the public; dietary laws observed, RSVP on Eventbrite required.

Remember those in need: Bring a nonperishable, kosher food item to support JFS' Kosher Food Pantries. 

JFS is grateful for the support of our sponsors and community partners.

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