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Help Somebody Spotlight: Sandy Sisisky, Board Member, JFS and Weinstein JCC
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 […]
READ MOREExploring 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 […]
READ MOREJFS 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 […]
READ MOREJFS 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 […]
READ MOREDr. 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 […]
READ MOREThe future is bright: new branding for JFS Richmond
For more than 165 years, JFS Richmond (Jewish Family Services) has provided exceptional guidance and support to individuals and families of all ages, faiths and income levels. Despite this longevity,many are unaware of the full range of quality services this respected nonprofit organization provides. “That’s precisely why a rebrand was in order,” said newly-appointed Chief […]
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