Get To Know JFS

A weekly e-newsletter from JFS of Middlesex County

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.

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JFS Meal Delivery Provides

Comfort and Care

JFS Kosher Meals on Wheels (KMOW) staff and volunteers deliver 3,000 nutritious meals each month to seniors in Middlesex County. Many of our KMOW seniors live alone with limited access to transportation. The assurance of having a prepared kosher meal delivered by a friendly volunteer helps seniors live a more stable, engaged life. When Mrs. E (pictured left) felt that she needed assistance with meals, she was referred to JFS for this critical service.

A retired visiting nurse herself, Mrs. E finds that she enjoys the kindness and caring shown by her drivers. She also has a favorite meal,"I used to not eat meat, but since I've joined the KMOW program, I can't get enough of those turkey sandwiches. They're so good!" Good food, combined with the devotion shown by JFS volunteers helps to ensure that the homebound seniors in our community are well fed and cared for.

If you know a homebound Middlesex County senior who would benefit from JFS KMOW, please call 732.777.1940 or email office@jfsmiddlesex.org. To become a volunteer driver for our KMOW program, email our Director of Volunteer Services at michelleb@jfsmiddlesex.org today. Thank you.

Upcoming Event:

Live Well with JFS and the JCC

Join JFS' Associate Executive/Clinical Director, Bill Stover, LCSW, on Tuesday, January 17th for an engaging talk on "How to Cope with Anxiety in a Stressful World." In collaboration with The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County in Edison, Bill will be presenting strategies to help address anxiety and stress.

This workshop is free and open to the public. For more information, view the flyer.

Get to Know JFS – Senior Medicare Patrol

Each week, we will spotlight a JFS program in our Get to Know JFS Series – up first is Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) NJ.

The goal of JFS’ Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) NJ is to educate the public on how to detect, report and prevent Medicare and Medicaid fraud. With fraud on the rise and scammers taking advantage of the complexities of insurance, it's more important than ever for seniors stay informed and connected to the right resources. Throughout the year, SMP provides free, informational workshops to senior communities, social groups, and organizations on the latest insurance coverage updates and deceitful scams targeting seniors. Check out JFS’ latest issue of The SMP Advocate, a quarterly newsletter offering valuable news and fraud alerts.

SMP Advocate - January 2023 Newsletter

JFS’ SMP NJ program is part of a nationwide SMP network funded by the Administration for Community Living (ACL). For more information, visit JFS Senior Services online, or contact smp@jfsmiddlesex.org to schedule a free workshop for your group.