Volume 01 | June 2, 2020

Welcome to the 1st JFS email newsletter!

We hope this note finds you well. JFS has been incredibly busy and with much more on the horizon, we would love to give you an inside look at everything we're doing. Please be on the lookout for future newsletters delivered right to your inbox for upcoming events, programs, workshops and volunteer opportunities. You can also connect with us on our Facebook page for current news.

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In this unprecedented time, JFS is particularly focused on mental health. To meet the needs of our community, we’ve created three new mental health programs, which you can read about below. We invite you and the people you care about to take advantage of these services. Your sessions are always confidential. We're excited to introduce a feature called “Dispatches From the Field,” which is a journal entry by our Clinical Director, sharing her perspective on serving clients in our "new normal." Read on to hear from Toni Jacobsen, LCSW. Remember to mark your calendar for the JFS Annual Meeting on June 18th at 5:30 p.m. and check out our recurring services to see what might be beneficial to you right now.

Dispatch From The Field #1: Toni Jacobsen, LCSW, Clinical Director

May 27th, 2020 I just finished my last call for the day and feel tired, yet at the same time invigorated from working long hours and helping a lot of people. I've been providing counseling using Zoom. It is different, but good. Many of the clients are understandably stressed about the pandemic and talk about feeling anxious and not being able to sleep. We give them the tools to manage their anxiety and find the support they need. I'm also facilitating our Caregiver Support group via Zoom. It was so nice to see everyone's face again. My heart goes out to caregivers at this time. Some are not able to visit their loved one in a facility and others are caregiving full time now. I will be glad when we can meet again in person for hugs and lunch.

Surviving to Thriving Workshop Series

Surviving to Thriving Workshop Series: Let's Talk About ... Meditation and relaxation techniques.  June 4 from 6-7 pm Grounding techniques. June 11 from 6-7 pm Parenting during a pandemic. June 18 from 8-9 pm Developing mindfulness and self compassion.  June 25 from 6-7 pm With Dr. Judy Itzkowitz RSVP encouraged 615-356-4234 or info@jfsnashville.org Zoom meeting link for all sessions : 873-927-6584 password: 123456

JFS Mental Health Services

Tele-counseling Phone or Video Call Our professional and compassionate social workers continue to offer mental health services for adults, children, couples and families. JFS accepts private health insurance and Medicare. Sliding-fee scale based on the client’s ability to pay may also be available. Confidential calls are conducted via Zoom and are HIPPA compliant. Contact us at (615) 356-4234 or info@jfsnashville.org to learn more or set up an appointment. 20-Minute Conversations Phone or Video Call JFS is here for you. We are offering a free 20 minute consultation/conversation with one of our experienced social workers (meet them in this video ). During this time, you can explore ways to manage anxiety, identify resources you need and expand your support system.  All calls are confidential. Contact us at (615) 356-4234 or info@jfsnashville.org to learn more or set up an appointment.

Anxiety Support Group Online If you're experiencing anxiety or stress, this is the place to talk about it. We are in this together -- you do not have to feel isolated or alone. Our secure Zoom video group takes place every Wednesday from 1-2 pm. Contact us at (615) 356-4234 or info@jfsnashville.org to learn more or join the group. Caregiver Support Group Online  Join the Jewish Family Service Caregiver Support Group and meet with people who understand how necessary it is to share and learn from each other. Our secure Zoom video group takes place the 2nd & 4th Friday of the month from 12:00-1:15 pm. Contact us at (615) 356-4234 or info@jfsnashville.org to learn more or join the group.

Grief Support Group Online  Join with others to share feelings, thoughts, coping strategies, and to learn about the grief process. Our secure Zoom video group takes place the 1st & 3rd Friday of the month from 1:00-2:15 pm. Contact us at (615) 356-4234 or info@jfsnashville.org to learn more or join the group. Patient Confidentiality Guaranteed Jewish Family Service is HIPPA-compliant and guarantees your confidentiality in all programs and services.

JFS Annual Meeting June 18th, 2020 at 5:30-6:30 PM

Please join us for our Annual Meeting where we will install new Board members, honor outgoing directors and present the Chaver (friend) award to Leslye Lapidus and the Ruach (spirit) award to the Staff of Jewish Family Service. The meeting will be "drive-in-movie" style in the Gordon JCC parking lot, including movie theater snacks. In case of rain please use this link to view the live stream:  https://youtu.be/eaDn4z3CS0E More details will be posted on our Facebook page in the coming days. Or, contact us at: (615) 356-4234 or info@jfsnashville.org to learn more or RSVP.

JFS is a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation & Jewish Foundation of Nashville and Middle Tennessee.

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