November 2021
JFS Orlando...
A Family of Services.
[Update] November 16, 2021
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.

COVID-19 Vaccination Event
November 17, 2021 2-4pm
On Wednesday, November 17th 2-4pm, JFS Orlando will be hosting a vaccine mobile unit.

Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, and Moderna vaccines will be available, as well as booster shots for those who had their 2nd dose of Pfizer or Moderna 6 months ago.

*Last Minute Update* Pediatric vaccines are now available!

Free $10 grocery gift cards will be available for all who receive a vaccine. No reservation required. Vaccines and gift cards are available first come, first served.
Now Accepting Applications
Family Stabilization Program
We are currently enrolling 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).

Giving Tuesday 2021
Save the Date: November 30th
JFS Orlando is participating in this year's Giving Tuesday on November 30th.

Every year, on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, millions across the world are inspired to give back to their communities. Giving Tuesday is not just another opportunity to donate, it is a celebration of our generosity, our compassion, and our humanity!

Join us on this global day of generosity and help us continue to care for our community. Don't forget to donate on November 30th or...
Program Spotlight:
RIDE (Reliable Independent Drivers for the Elderly) Program
Through the RIDE (Reliable Independent Drivers for the Elderly) Program, JFS provides round-trip rides to vital medical appointments for qualifying, low income seniors or disabled adults. This in turn increases independence, promotes well-being, and improves access to healthcare.
So far in 2021, the RIDE program has already surpassed the number of rides in 2020, providing
629 rides
to seniors and/or disabled adults.
Donate today to help us meet the increased demand for JFS Orlando's RIDE program!
Community Spotlight
Aviva Buren

“I always knew that I would support JFS Orlando with my Bat Mitzvah project. It’s one of our favorite organizations here in Orlando!” Aviva Buren’s recent mitzvah project was truly one of the most special Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando has received. Combining her love of painting with her desire to help her local community in need, Aviva held a silent art auction featuring five unique paintings...

Beyond the
Counseling Couch
5 Tips for Those Tough Holiday Conversations

By Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW, JFS Clinical Director

As we head into the holiday season, another one that might not quite look like a ‘normal’ one, you might be seeing some new faces that you haven’t seen in a while. Some that might have differing opinions than you on politics or COVID...

Grant Funder's Corner: Thank you!
Thank you to the following grant funders for supporting
JFS Orlando in October:
Martin Andersen-Gracia Andersen Foundation
RIDE (Reliable Independent Drivers for the Elderly) Program

City of Winter Park - American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
General operating support related to COVID-19 pandemic

Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando
Chaplaincy
JFS Orlando
The George & Madeline Wolly Center
2100 Lee Road
Winter Park, FL 32789
407-644-7593
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