JF&CS Clinical Services

09/22/2025

Shana Tova!

Shana Tova! Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, beginning tonight at sundown. JF&CS will be closed today at 1pm (9/22) and closed TUES 9/23 & WED 9/24.

Our CEO, Jay Cranman, recently shared his reflections for the new year in the Atlanta Jewish Times. Read his remarks here:
https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/jay-cranmans-rosh-hashanah-message-for-2025/

Wishing everyone a happy, healthy, and sweet new year🍎🍯

JF&CS Clinical Services One Good Deed Program of JF&CS HAMSA Helps

09/17/2025

NEW BLOG |

You're not alone & recovery is possible. HAMSA Helps

A reflection on recovery from Mira Cohen, staff member at JF&CS

09/10/2025

A great morning with of 🤩 hosted 18 teachers from the Atlanta Jewish day schools for breakfast and neurodiversity training, and we’re so excited to be partnering with Jenna to bring this to the community! A special thanks to the dedicated educators who joined us this morning🫶

We’re only 1 WEEK AWAY from Jenna’s next FREE program for parents/families! Join us at JF&CS on September 17th at 12 PM for a live filming + Q&A session with Jenna Sommer, Neurodiverse Inclusion Specialist. Audience members will not be filmed.

Register: give.jfcsatl.org/shiftingperspectives

Programming presented by BeWellATL, an initiative of JF&CS, in proud partnership with of

09/09/2025

September 26th at The Temple! Young Professionals are invited to enjoy drinks, Shabbat dinner from Rina, a brief service, and a meaningful activity focused on mental health. Reflect & Restore with other YPs, learn something new, and prepare for the new season ahead.

Register here: give.jfcsatl.org/restore

JF&CS Atlanta

08/18/2025

The next workshop w/ Jenna Sommer, Neurodiverse Inclusion Specialist, of 🙌 Jenna will introduce the basics of neurodiversity, take a deeper dive into learning profiles, share strategies for parents/families, and more! Q&A to follow✨

Note: this is a live filming at 🎥

Limited seating available | Audience will not be filmed

Register: give.jfcsatl.org/shiftingperspectives

08/08/2025

Before we pause for the weekend, make sure to check out our upcoming events:

AUG 17 | Back2School Creative Connection for Families!
FREE art day for the whole family! Just because the summer is ending, doesn't mean the fun has to! Sensory art projects for parents/caregivers and kids, wellness resources, back-to-school mindset prep, refreshments, and more!

REGISTER: give.jfcsatl.org/back2school

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SEPT 14 | YP MITZVAH DAY
SAVE THE DATE! The best volunteer day for young professionals is back, and you don't want to miss it! Projects that support our programs for all ages, an opportunity to meet other YPs, a chance to make a real impact in your community, and a happy hour when it's over! Must be 21+ to attend.

REGISTRATION & PROJECT INFO COMING SOON

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SEPT 17 | Understanding Neurodiversity: A Conversation for Families with Jenna Sommer, Neurodiverse Inclusion Specialist
FREE | 12 – 1:30 PM | Live filming at JF&CS (audience members will not be filmed) with Q&A to follow.

REGISTER: give.jfcsatl.org/shiftingperspectives

JF&CS Atlanta

07/18/2025

Wishing you a safe and peaceful weekend, but before you go, check out what's coming up next🤩

🍹 For Young Professionals:
YP Challah Bake & Happy Hour | JULY 31
Make challah, make friends, have a drink, and prepare for Shabbat. The best part? This event in support of mental health. In partnership with YLD Atlanta and BeWellATL, a mental health initiative of JF&CS. All are welcome!
🎟️ REGISTER: give.jfcsatl.org/challahbake

YP Mitzvah Day | SEPT 14
SAVE THE DATE. More info coming soon!

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🎨 For Families:
Back2School Creative Connection | AUG 17
Summer is ending, but the fun doesn't have to!
Support JF&CS Clinical Services and join us for an afternoon of art projects for parents & kids, intention-setting exercises, volunteer opportunities, wellness resources, and refreshments!
Start the new school year with the tools you need for the whole family. For parents/caregivers & kids of all ages.
RSVP/Share: Back2School Creative Connection for Families!
🎟️ REGISTER: give.jfcsatl.org/back2school

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🫶 For more impact:
Our 2026 Annual Campaign has begun and we need your help. Each client has their own journey at JF&CS and we are with them every step of the way. Support a path to dignity, purpose and hope. Many Journeys. One Community.
💙 DONATE: jfcsatl.org/donate

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🦷 For smiles:
Bright Smiles, Brighter Futures | OCT 23
Ben Massell Dental Clinic is the the only FREE dental clinic east of the Mississippi, it's over 100 years old, and it's staffed by volunteer dentists & hygienists. Support and celebrate Atlanta history, and join us in honoring those that have played a role in providing life-changing services to those who need it most.
🎟️ TICKETS: http://brightsmilesbrighterfutures.org
*Sponsorship opportunities available

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Shabbat Shalom!

07/03/2025

We will closed tomorrow for July 4th. Wishing you a safe and happy Independence Day (and an early Shabbat Shalom!)

Don't worry, we wouldn't break for a long weekend without leaving you with something to look forward to:

NOW | Donate to our 2026 Annual Campaign
Support a path to dignity, purpose, and hope.
https://jfcsatl.org/donate

THIS SUMMER | JF&CS Clinical Services Groups
Check out our clinical calendar for upcoming groups offering support to kids, teens, and adults! Your mental health matters.
https://jfcsatl.org/calendar/therapygroups

JULY 31 | YP Challah Bake & Happy Hour
A fun evening for young professionals, in partnership with YLD Atlanta and BeWellATL, a mental health initiative of JF&CS. Catch up, enjoy drinks, support mental health, and walk away with a homemade challah (hard to pass on this one, we know).
Must be 21+ | All are welcome!
https://give.jfcsatl.org/challahbake

OCT 23 | Bright Smiles Brighter Futures
A night of connection, celebration, and purpose—all in support of the Ben Massell Dental Clinic, the only free dental clinic in Georgia run entirely by volunteer dentists.
https://brightsmilesbrighterfutures.org

06/27/2025

Have you checked out the therapy groups offered by our JF&CS Clinical Services mental health experts? We have groups available for kids, teen and adults!

Learn more: https://jfcsatl.org/calendar/clinical

Wishing you a safe and peaceful weekend!

05/02/2025

Join us on Tuesday, May 13 at noon for the LIVE FILMING of Shifting Perspectives: Understanding Neurodiversity with Jenna Sommer! FREE event, with Q&A😍 Limited seating available!

Register: give.jfcsatl.org/shiftingperspectives

Note: audience members will not be filmed

04/18/2025

Jenna will introduce the basics of neurodiversity—the belief that differences in thinking and learning should be celebrated. She will explore the perspective that all individuals have unique strengths, challenges, and needs.

Additionally, Jenna will share success stories that highlight how understanding our own unique brains empowers us to advocate for our needs, build meaningful connections, and enhance our overall quality of life. Participants will have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A session after the talk.

Please note: audience members will not be filmed!

Limited seating available.

Register for FREE: give.jfcsatl.org/shiftingperspectives

JF&CS Atlanta Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta

04/03/2025

A few of our favorite moments from the latest BeWellATL events! Comedian, Pamela Schuller, led workshops with both teens and parents that had everyone laughing and learning. She covered self-love, issues affecting our teens today, tools for parents, building resilience through failure, and more!

Thank you so much to Pamela Schuller, the BeWellATL Teen Mental Health Roundtable, our BeWellATL staff members and wonderful community partners, and to everyone who joined us!

BeWellATL, an initiative of JF&CS Atlanta, provides mental health support, tools, and programming for Jewish young people in Atlanta. Your mental health matters.

Learn more: https://bewellatl.org

JTeen Atlanta Atlanta Jewish Foundation Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta The Blue Dove Foundation