JFS Orlando...
A Family of Services.
[Update] December 21, 2021
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For the safety of our clients and staff, the inside of the JFS Orlando building continues to be closed to the public, however, our programs and services are still operational.
If you or someone you know could benefit from our services, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our services are available to ALL in need:
•Prioritize caring for your mental health! Call (407) 644-7671 or complete our online form to request a telehealth counseling appointment with one of our therapists.
•Need food assistance? Call (407) 644-7593 or complete an online request form to make a safe, food pick-up appointment from the Pearlman Emergency Food Pantry, M-Th 9am-4pm.
•Find stability for you and your family! Our Family Stabilization Program teaches the critical skills needed to achieve long-term stability. Call (407) 644-7593 to apply for the program.
•Need a ride to your medical appointments? The RIDE (Reliable Independent Drivers for the Elderly) Program arranges rides to medical appointments for qualifying seniors and disabled adults. Call (407) 644-7593 ext. 249 to apply.
•Need some spiritual guidance? Call (407) 644-7593 ext. 233 to connect with Rabbi Arny Siegel for end of life services, burials or memorials, or just guidance over the phone.
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Inaugural Michael McKee Volunteer Award
December 9, 2021
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On Thursday, December 9, 2021, JFS Orlando presented the Inaugural Michael McKee Volunteer Award.
Held at the Winter Park Farmers’ Market, the event recognized and celebrated Mike’s years of dedication and leadership in support of JFS Orlando. Mike served on the Board of Directors since 2009 and was Board President from 2013 to 2018. In late 2018 through mid-2019, Mike served pro bono as Interim Executive Director during our transition making it possible for JFS to better serve the community into the future.
Also recognized during the event were Barbara Grossman, for her years of service and commitment as a JFS board member, and Ross Pearlman, in recognition of his extraordinary service as a volunteer.
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Giving Tuesday
November 30, 2021
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Thank you to everyone who joined JFS Orlando this Giving Tuesday. We’re excited to announce that we raised close to $2,000! Your generosity is making a real impact on those in our community in need. Here are just a few thank you cards we received from clients recently.
Thank you for helping us build on our progress and continue to provide hope!
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COVID-19 Vaccination Events
November 17 and December 6, 2021
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On Wednesday, November 17th at JFS Orlando and Monday, December 6th at the Rosen JCC, we hosted the Florida Department of Health, Orange County mobile vaccine unit.
Thank you to all who came and helped support the events!
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Now Accepting Applications
Family Stabilization Program
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We are continuing to enroll new households from Orange County, City of Orlando, and Seminole County for our Family Stabilization Program (FSP). FSP is a preventative, six-month case management program, available at no cost to participants.
To apply, call (407) 644-7593 ext. 250 (City of Orlando, Seminole County) or ext. 236 (Orange County).
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The Power of Giving: End of Year Appeal
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This year, like last, has been fraught with challenges and uncertainty. However, one thing has been certain for 43 years, and that is that Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando has, and will be, here in our community to help get through everything from daily challenges to a once-in-a-lifetime crisis.
This could not have been accomplished without your generous support for which we’re very grateful.
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Much work has been done this year... |
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Our Pearlman Emergency Food Pantry has supplied food for more than 130,000 meals
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Our Family Stabilization Program has helped 106 families fight homelessness and become more self-sufficient for the long-term
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Our RIDE (Reliable Independent Drivers for the Elderly) Program has arranged close to 650 rides for seniors and disabled adults
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Our Counseling services have provided over 3,000 therapy sessions
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Our Community Rabbi has served more than 900 individuals through a variety of services, including hospital visits and memorials
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but we're not done yet!
Help us continue to care for our community with an end of year gift.
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J Life Magazine
Check out the Winter 2021 Issue of J Life Magazine for an article about our new partnership with Hillel and Social Bridges to better meet the mental health needs of local students.
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Beyond the
Counseling Couch
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6 Ways to Still Feel the Joy of the Season
(originally published December 2020)
By Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW, JFS Clinical Director
This holiday season, like no other before, may bring us an array of emotions. Despite this conflict of emotions, if we reflect on and acknowledge how we’re feeling and are open to celebrating in new and creative ways, the holidays this year can still be a reason to celebrate...
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Grant Funder's Corner: Thank you!
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Thank you to the following grant funders for supporting
JFS Orlando in November:
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Harper Family Charitable Foundation
RIDE (Reliable Independent Drivers for the Elderly) Program
Joe and Sarah Galloway Foundation
Family Stabilization Program
Ryan Foundation
Family Stabilization Program (Seminole County)
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