JFCS of Long Beach & Orange County

03/12/2026

Tomorrow is Refugee Shabbat. 🌍✨

We’re gathering at Temple Israel for a special dinner where we’ll be sharing:

❥ Education on the global refugee crisis.
❥ Free resources for local supporters.
❥ Action guides to help with resettlement efforts.

Check out the video from Temple Israel, Long Beach CA to learn more. We hope to see you there! 🕯️
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03/11/2026

Throwback to last Sunday at the AJCC Purim Carnival! Our team (Darko, Kaitlynne, Jasmin, and Kimberly) had the best time celebrating with the community.

Great food, better company, and plenty of holiday spirit. Thanks for having us, AJCC!
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03/02/2026

Save the Date: April 23rd! 🗓️

Let’s build a safer Long Beach, together. 🤝

Join us for a training session on Mandated Reporting and awards recognition for Kathryn Miles at the Alpert JCC.

Presented by End Abuse Long Beach & JFCS of Long Beach and Orange County.

✨ RSVP is required. Scan the QR code or visit the link below to secure your spot:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/endabuseLB
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02/17/2026

Lace up your sneakers and share the love at our annual Move for Mental Health fundraiser this May! 👟✨ Whether you’re a speedy runner or a casual stroller, join us to raise vital funds for life-changing care in our community. Grab our $30 Early Bird special by March 31st and get a super cute t-shirt—plus, kids 12 and under are free!

💖 Bring the whole gang for a 10% group discount and help us ensure that no one has to walk their journey alone.

REGISTER TODAY!
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02/13/2026

Our doors are open and we have a fresh new look! ✨

We recently renovated our counseling rooms to create a more relaxing and inviting space for our community. From softer, warmer lighting to more supportive, comfortable seating, every change was made with their peace of mind in mind. We want our clients to feel right at home the moment they walk through the door.

Take a look at the "Before" and "After" photos to see the transformation. We’ve moved from a simple office setting to a truly restful space. 🛋️

What’s your favorite new detail?
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02/10/2026

Reflecting on a wonderful afternoon at the Community Wellness Resource Fair hosted by SAHARA on January 25th. 🤝

Our team of clinicians loved connecting with neighbors, sharing mental health resources, and supporting the vital work for accessible wellness tools in our community. ✨

Building a healthier future starts with showing up for one another, and we’re still feeling inspired by the conversations we had.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to say hello! ❤️
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02/04/2026

Reflecting on a year of profound impact! 💙 Our 2026 Annual Meeting was a beautiful celebration of the people who make our mission possible.

A huge thank you to our outgoing President, Raymond Cervantez, for his leadership, and a warm welcome to our incoming President, Jonathan Kass! We are also thrilled to welcome our 2026 New Board Members: Melanie Edwards, Deborah Fabricant, Hank Feldman, Jennifer Hirsch, Bill Shafton, Robin Sherman, and Sherri Sobel.

Special congratulations to our honorees:
🏆 Judith Leff, our Volunteer of the Year!
🌟 Lisa Heemer, on her well-deserved retirement after years of dedicated service as Clinical Director.
🙌 Our Outgoing Board Members: Karin Polacheck, Joanne Ratner, Vic Schneidman, and Andi Waks. Thank you for your wisdom and time!
Our strength is in our people. Here's to another year of healing and hope.
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02/02/2026

Happy Tu B’Shvat from JFCS Long Beach and Orange County! 🌱✨

Today, we celebrate the "New Year of the Trees," a beautiful time to reflect on our own personal growth. Just as we care for the trees, we must care for ourselves.

Tu B'Shvat reminds us that: 🌳 Growth takes time and patience. 💧 Caring for our mental health is as important as watering a garden. 🙏 Gratitude is a powerful tool for healing and renewal.

Take a moment today to appreciate the roots that ground you and the progress you’ve achieved. Let's grow together. 🌿

Looking for more meaningful ways to celebrate? Check out this Tu B’Shvat Seder focused on gratitude and mental health from The Blue Dove Foundation:

https://thebluedovefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/tu-bshvat-seder-resource-2.pdf
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01/30/2026

01/27/2026

Today, January 27, we observe International Holocaust Remembrance Day, marking the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. 🕯️

We honor the memory of the six million Jews and millions of others lost to N**i persecution. At JFCS, we are privileged to walk alongside our local community of survivors and their descendants in Long Beach and Orange County.

It is our honor to ensure that every survivor has the resources and support to live with dignity and comfort. By preserving their stories and remembering the past, we commit to a future of compassion and courage.

May the memory of those lost be a blessing. 🕊️
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01/17/2026

Join us on January 29 for our Annual Board Meeting! We'll celebrate our accomplishments, welcome our new Board members, and honor the volunteers and donors who make our work possible.

See you there!

📍 RSVP on our website: www.jfcslboc.org
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01/14/2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 Minnie & Clarence Schulman Young Jewish Voices Scholarship! 🏛️✨

We’re looking for Jewish young adults (ages 18–24) in Long Beach or Orange County who are ready to make a difference in advocacy and Jewish community organizing.

The Selected Scholars receive:
✈️ 100% covered trip to the Jewish California Capitol Summit in Sacramento (May 11-12).
🤝 Exclusive mentorship & meetings with elected officials alongside our CEO.

Help us empower the next generation! Tag someone who should apply below or send this to a young professional who is ready to lead.

🔗 Apply now on our website: www.jfcslboc.org
🗓️ Deadline: Feb 28, 2026
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