Having trouble viewing this email? Right click the top of this email and select "download pictures" or "add to safe senders list" to view JFS images & content.
|
|
Miracles and light surround us during the holiday season. Some people celebrate the big miracles of the season – like the burning of oil for eight nights when it was meant to last only one. Others rejoice in the daily miracles that bless our lives – like beating rush-hour traffic, a stranger paying for your coffee, meaningful advice from a therapist, passing a tough exam, making a new friend, or simply having food on the table. For many, it is also a holiday custom to create miracles for those in need, through acts of kindness and generosity.
JFS is here to support the most vulnerable, and we hope – for the holidays – you will join us in helping our clients in need. Whether you light a Hanukkah menorah, illuminate a Christmas tree, or burn candles for Kwanzaa, please consider shedding some light in our community with a donation to JFS’ Friends Campaign. Your gift will ensure that JFS remains strong for many generations to come, making miracles and serving those who need us most.
Something powerful – and miraculous – happens when communities come together. Thank you for supporting JFS this holiday season.
May your hearts be filled with joy and your nights be filled with light. Happy Holidays!
|
|
JFS, RISE Receives 2022 Wallenberg Tribute Award |
|
The Muhlenberg College Institute for Religious and Cultural Understanding presented Jewish Family Services of Delaware (JFS) and the Refugee Integration Support Effort (RISE) with the 2022 Wallenberg Tribute Award.
The 38th annual Wallenberg Tribute Award was presented to JFS’ RISE program in honor of the courageous moral action on behalf of others and service to refugees and immigrant communities.
|
|
Delaware Congressional Delegation Celebrates Increased Federal Funding For Mental Health Fellowship Program |
U.S. Senators Chris Coons and Tom Carper and U.S. Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester (all D-Del.) joined leaders of Jewish Family Services Delaware (JFS) and counselors-in-training for a press conference at the Jewish Community Center to celebrate $3.5 million in federal funding to help those counseling fellows achieve their licensing so they can work in the First State.
The $3.5 million for JFS is the second-largest amount of congressional funding secured for a program in Delaware this year. Monday’s event celebrated the launch of the Mental Health Fellowship Program, which got underway in part thanks to these funds. It also provided an opportunity to showcase some of the fellows currently receiving their training.
|
|
FOLLOW US on social media!
Keep up with what's new at JFS Delaware!
Comment, Like, and SHARE!
|
|
A HUGE THANK YOU goes out to our JFS volunteers! JFS has been assisting families every year in our Holiday Helpers program! Our volunteers put together over 92 bags to help alleviate holiday stressors and maintain financial stability for our clients.
These bags go to families who receive services from JFS throughout the year. Counselors and program leaders choose clients specifically based on their need. The bags contain donations from our volunteers and community of gift cards, blankets, games, puzzles, hats, gloves, scarves, fuzzy socks, pajamas for the children, and other holiday goodies!
|
|
If you're in a position to help our clients, please consider a donation to the JFS pantry! Click here for a list of needed items.
Donations can be dropped off at JFS or ordered through Amazon and shipped directly to JFS. Our address is 99 Passmore Road, Wilmington, DE 19803.
|
|
Our work is made possible by dedicated volunteers and donors like YOU! Click on the boxes below for information about how YOU can get involved in helping our neighbors, friends, and family thrive. |
|
We are looking for passionate, energized, and skilled professionals who share our goals and values and want to make a meaningful difference every day. |
|
Job Openings:
- Family Crisis Therapist
- Licensed Social Worker in Wilmington
- Licensed Social Worker in Lewes
- Fellowship
|
|
Why JFS?
- Full range of benefits
- Flexible hours & location
- Growth Opportunities & CEU's
- Commitment to DEI
|
|
Youth Anxiety Groups
Anxiety in youth and teens has doubled since the onset of the pandemic and is one of the most common mental health challenges leading parents to seek support for their children. JFS Delaware can help through evidence-based services.
In our Youth Anxiety programs, participants will learn how to:
- Identify & reduce symptoms of anxiety
- Build confidence in coping with anxiety
- Use relaxation techniques
- Challenge anxious thoughts
- Build competence in problem solving
This is a FREE service.
|
|
Groups are taking place at multiple locations, including one at the JFS offices in Wilmington. Click here for more information about dates, locations, and how to register.
|
|
A View from the Bridge
JFS has partnered with New Light Theatre for its production of A View from the Bridge on March 17-26, 2023 to create awareness and support of our Refugee Integration Support Effort (RISE) program.
New Light Theatre is dedicated to improving the human condition by partnering each production with thematically connected charitable causes. Click here to purchase tickets to A View from the Bridge.
|
|
Jewish Family Services of Delaware (JFS) is a nonprofit human services agency with a mission to strengthen individuals, families, and the community by providing counseling and support services. With an interdisciplinary and innovative approach, we combine talent, expertise, and leadership to make our robust therapeutic and support services available to everyone, regardless of religion, race, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or special need.
|
|
99 Passmore Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
20684 John J Williams Hwy, Suite 4
Lewes, DE 19958
(302) 478-9411
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
