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.

In Focus: Bridging the Gap in Food Assistance for Families in Need

On March 1st, New Jersey’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) returned to its pre-COVID funding amounts, ending the emergency allotment (EA) distributed to families in need during the pandemic. For many low-income families, this funding loss translates into an increased need for food assistance, especially as inflation looms and many households are struggling to pay bills.

JFS Kosher Food Pantries are seeing a dramatic increase in requests for food and support. If you or your organization can help keep our shelves stocked, please donate online or organize a food drive to help local families in need. Thank you for your support!

One Decision, A Rewarding Life

Being the first to go against the grain comes with risks and challenges, but the journey is the experience of a lifetime. For one of our seniors from JFS’ Lunch with Friends program, Mrs. I, her story of breaking through the status quo came when she decided to pursue a career blending health, wellness and teaching. "I knew I wanted to be a teacher, but I also enjoyed moving my body." While she considered dance, she found purpose in bridging the mind, body and spirit practice of yoga.

"When I started teaching yoga, it was seen as a hobby, but not a career. It was intimidating to be a woman pursuing a career that seemed unusual, but I felt strongly about it, and got lucky to find a group of supportive people."

On this International Women's Day (March 8), let's remember the inspiring women who surround us with stories of small victories to big triumphs, stories of making a difference, and who live their lives pursuing a path less traveled, helping other women have new options in this world. International Women's Day is a global celebration honoring the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women as well as progressing women's equality. We hope this month you take time to celebrate the women inspiring change locally!

JFS’ Lunch with Friends is a weekly congregate meal program for seniors who live in Middlesex County. Gatherings are held twice per week at JFS' Monroe Township office and the Highland Park Community Center. To support seniors in our congregate meal programs, please donate online or call us at 732-777-1940 to learn how you can help.

Mrs. I (pictured centered in a leotard) teaching a yoga class.

March Collaboration:

Free Citizenship Application Assistance

JFS' Immigration & Citizenship Staff will be participating in a free Citizenship Application Assistance event hosted by the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) on March 18th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Elizabeth Public Library.

This event is open to lawful permanent residents who are looking for application support and meet the requirements to apply for U.S. Citizenship. Registration is required. Please share the event flyer; for more information call us at 732-777-1940.

Informing Seniors of Medicare Abuse

JFS' Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP NJ) staff continue to stay connected to senior groups across the state to promote fraud awareness and help seniors understand how to detect and prevent fraud in their Medicare coverage.

Recently, SMP presented to residents at Reinhard Manor in Colonia, NJ. If you or your group would like to schedule a free presentation on how to detect, prevent and report Medicare abuse or fraud, please contact us at 732-777-1940 or smp@jfsmiddlesex.org. 

Get to Know JFS...

We have full- and part-time positions available.

View job descriptions at: www.jfsmiddlesex.org/employment

Send résumé/C.V. & cover letter to office@jfsmiddlesex.org

The Jewish Social Service Committee is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting Jewish residents in Middlesex County. The Committee provides financial assistance for a wide variety of issues. In service for over 100 years, they have no paid staff and all funds are committed to providing service. If you or someone you know is in need of financial assistance, contact us at office@jfsmiddlesex.org or 732.777.1940. JFS is proud to partner with JSS to benefit our mutual clients.

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