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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Chag Purim Sameach

We hope you and your family enjoy the festivities of Purim.

JFS Middlesex offices will be closed

on Tuesday, March 7th.

Café Europa: Capturing the Moment & Music

On February 28th, our monthly Café Europa luncheon was attended by several dozen Holocaust Survivors who enjoyed an afternoon of food, connection and the musical stylings of singer and saxophonist, Ilya Gruzdev.

 

Tuesday's wintry mix did not deter guests from attending this month's gathering especially thanks to our volunteer drivers! For many, Café Europa provides an opportunity to socialize with other survivors over a delicious meal. For one couple, the love songs Mr. Gruzdev sang prompted them to capture the moment, "This is one of my favorite songs, and he's a great singer!"


Special thanks...

JFS' Holocaust Survivor Services Coordinator, Fay Ross, thanked all the JFS volunteers who help make Café Europa a success each month, whether they are setting up, serving food or transporting our survivors. Special thanks were given to the Jewish Federation in the Heart of NJ for their continued support in helping JFS serve Middlesex County's nearly 200 survivors.

 

Café Europa is a monthly socialization program for Holocaust survivors that offers a community connection, healthy kosher meals, transportation services and entertainment. JFS works hard to care for nearly 200 Holocaust survivors with home health care, medical and dental services, kosher meals and groceries, transportation, rental assistance and more. To support our efforts to ensure our survivors are able to age in place safely and comfortably, please donate online today. Thank you!

March 2023 Community Fundraiser

Hello March! This month Stop & Shop located at 647 Route 18 South, East Brunswick NJ is donating $1 to JFS Kosher Food Pantries for every Bloomin’ 4 Good floral bouquet purchased. Make sure to look for bouquets with the red circle sticker to ensure your impact!

 

If flowers aren’t your thing but you would like to help JFS keep the pantry shelves stocked, contact us to arrange a food drive or donation or donate online at www.jfsmiddlesex.org/donate.

We thank you for your support!

Get to Know JFS...

Each week, we will spotlight a JFS program in our Get to Know JFS Series – This week is our Counseling Services.


JFS Counseling Services provide professional behavioral health therapy to assist individuals, couples and families in addressing the challenges in their lives. All therapists are fully licensed by the State of New Jersey and are trained to assist people to cope with a wide variety of issues and to identify practical strategies to improve day-to-day life. We accept Medicaid, Medicare and most insurances.   

 

Our experienced, professional counselors are here to help you make a change in your life. If you or someone you know can benefit from JFS Counseling Services or therapy groups, call 732-777-1940.  

We're Hiring!

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

Jewish Social Service Committee

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.

JFS COMMUNITY PARTNERS

JFS is grateful for the support of our sponsors and community partners.

To contact JFS of Middlesex County:

call: 732.777.1940 email: office@jfsmiddlesex.org

visit: www.jfsmiddlesex.org

North Brunswick Office


219C Blackhorse Lane

North Brunswick, NJ 08902

Monroe Township Office


1600 Perrineville Road, Suite 52

Monroe Township, NJ 08831

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