Jewish Family and Children's Service - JFCS of Southern New Jersey

07/24/2025

💌 Small gestures can make a big impact! 💌

At JFCS, we know that even the smallest acts of kindness can make a world of difference. Meet two incredible volunteers, Jessica and Karla, whose handmade cards bring smiles, comfort, and connection to our Older Adult and Holocaust Survivor clients.

Jessica Yao, a high school student from Mount Laurel, has been creating one-of-a-kind birthday cards for our clients since 2022. Her cards are colorful, creative, and thoughtfully themed for each season. Jessica’s goal is to remind recipients that they are seen, valued, and remembered—especially on their special day.

Karla Nuciforo began volunteering with JFCS in 2024, crafting beautifully detailed holiday cards from her home in Somerdale. Despite living with a chronic medical condition, Karla finds joy and healing through her art. She’s even purchased special Judaic stencils to make her cards more meaningful for our clients. Her creations, filled with warmth and love, brighten every delivery.

Jessica and Karla prove that heartfelt gestures—no matter how small—can have a profound impact. We’re so grateful for their time, creativity, and compassion. Read more about Jessica and Karla's unique volunteer service at https://ow.ly/INbl50WueK5💙

07/07/2025

This month, the Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantry is in need of essential personal care items to support our neighbors with dignity and compassion. Your donation of everyday basics like:
🧼 Bar soap & body wash
🧴 Shampoo & conditioner
🧻 Toilet paper & tissues
🪥 Toothpaste & toothbrushes
…helps individuals and families feel their best, even during the hottest days of the year.

Together, we can make a difference—one bar of soap at a time. 💛

🛍️ For drop-off locations, visit https://jfcssnj.org/howtodonatefood/

Prefer to give from home? 🖱️ Shop our Amazon Wish List and send support straight to our door:
👉 https://a.co/gI8Atva

07/03/2025

Join JFCS on Tuesday evening, July 15 for an informal parent support group for families of children with disabilities! It's a great way to connect, network, and share your experiences with others. Free to attend, but advance RSVP is required at https://jfcssnj.org/parents. (Location will be shared upon RSVP.)

07/02/2025

During the month of July, JFCS is asking for donations of personal care items for our Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantry! We would love your help with donations of popular items like bar soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, toilet paper, tissues, toothpaste, and toothbrushes to help our clients feel their best – even in the heat of summer!

Dropoff information at https://jfcssnj.org/howtodonatefood/. Prefer to shop online? Check out our food Pantry Amazon Wish List at https://a.co/gI8Atva, and your purchase will be delivered right to our door!

07/02/2025

Loving someone with addiction takes strength...Together We Heal is a new support group for family members, friends, and loved ones of those facing addiction or in recovery. Led by a licensed JFCS clinician, we’ll meet every other week to share, heal, and grow. Join us to learn coping tools, set boundaries, and care for yourself while supporting your loved one’s journey. For more information or to pre-register, contact Emily Witmier at JFCS: 856-424-1333 ext. 1415 or ewitmier@jfedsnj.org

Group sponsored by Gregg B. Wolfe to honor the legacy of his 21-year-old son Justin Matthew Wolfe, who lost his life to an opioid overdose in 2012.

07/01/2025

If you can lend a helping hands, please contact Lisa Freedman Enda, JFCS Volunteer Manager, at (856) 424-1333 ext. 1265 or lenda@jfedsnj.org

06/30/2025

💙 You care for others—let us care for you.

Being a caregiver can be both deeply meaningful and incredibly draining. Too often, those who give the most forget to care for themselves. Our Caregivers Support Group offers a safe, compassionate space to share experiences, gain emotional support, and explore helpful community resources.

🗓️ Six monthly Zoom sessions starting Thursday, July 17
💻 Held virtually on Zoom
💵 $36 registration fee
📞 To register, contact Douglas Keller at 856-424-1333 ext. 3822 or dkeller@jfedsnj.org

Sponsored by Samaritan Life-Enhancing Care with grant funding from the Raymond & Gertrude R. Saltzman Foundation.

06/27/2025

💪 Got muscles? Put them to good use! Our Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantry needs strong volunteers to lift & unpack weekday deliveries. Ready to help and haul? Contact Lisa: (856) 424-1333 x1265 or lenda@jfedsnj.org.

06/27/2025

During and all year long, JFCS works to raise awareness, educate, and advocate for the diverse needs of South Jersey's LGBTQ+ community!

Being an ally means more than waving a rainbow flag. It means listening, learning, speaking up, and standing alongside members of the LGBTQ+ community – every month of the year.

We’re dedicated to making sure everyone has the resources and services they need. Check out Jewish Family and Children's Service - JFCS of Southern New Jersey LGBTQ+ programs and services here: https://bit.ly/3N3OAJ1

06/27/2025

This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Noah Livstone, a local student who’s turning his passion for origami into a tool for healing. Not only has Noah experienced the calming, therapeutic effects of origami himself, but he has also created accessible materials that can be used individually or with clients. He joined our staff for a special session to share his story, highlight the mental health benefits of origami, and teach us a few folds along the way. 💬🕊️

06/26/2025

Earlier this week, members of our Holocaust Survivor Services & Advocacy team had the honor of presenting a workshop on person-centered, trauma-informed care for Holocaust Survivors from the Former Soviet Union at the Jewish Federations of North America's "Compassion in Action" Training Workshop and Advocacy Day, held in Washington, DC!