From ConnectVA: We are excited to share our very first “Help Somebody Hall of Fame” Honoree – Sandy Sisisky! For those of you who aren’t familiar with it, The Help Somebody Hall of Fame is a platform to express gratitude for a person in the community who acts selflessly to improve the lives of others. We want […]
Exploring the Future of Caregiving: Three Scenarios
Millions of Americans—as many as 43.5 million according to a recent national survey—are engaged in providing care for family members or friends who are ill or disabled. The good news is that in recent years, the topic of caregiving has gotten more public attention than ever before as the result of a steady stream of […]
JFS Counseling; Working Through Life’s Challenges
According to Mental Health America, Virginia ranks 38th out of 51 states and the District of Columbia in access to mental health services and sources. This number is down from a ranking of 27 in 2011. At Jewish Family Services, we work to bridge these gaps every day. Despite an ever-growing list of clients with […]
JFS Richmond; Transforming lives. Strengthening our community.
For more than 167 years, JFS Richmond has provided exceptional guidance and support to individuals and families of all ages, faiths and income levels, taking great pride in helping to change lives in productive and positive ways. JFS believes everyone is entitled to services that enrich their life and help their overall well-being. JFS is […]
Dr. Jay White joins JFS as new Director of Advancement
JFS Richmond is pleased to announce Dr. Jay White has joined the organization as Director of Advancement. “Jay brings a wealth of experience in fundraising, marketing and community development. He is a passionate advocate for the aging population and a respected educator, publisher and presenter on the topic in Richmond. We are excited he is […]
JFS Home Care, Helping Clients for 165 Years
Through the years, 165 to be exact, JFS has transformed the lives of individuals and families and strengthened the Richmond community by providing the best options in care, counseling and adoption. The Home Care program, encompassed under JFS Care Services, enables impoverished seniors to remain living safely, independently, and comfortably in their own homes, not […]
ConnectVA Spotlight: Wendy Kreuter, Jewish Family Services (JFS)
From ConnectVA: Tell us about yourself. My name is Wendy Kreuter, and I joined Jewish Family Services (JFS) as the Chief Executive Officer in September 2016. I have twenty years of experience in management at Schwarzschild Jewelers and served for thirteen years at The Faison Center as Vice President of Operations and Finance. What’s the […]