LGBT Aging with Pride
2020-02-14 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
This program offers a welcoming atmosphere to share resources, build relationships, learn about JFCS services, and discuss unique LGBT issues faced by older adults, such as social isolation and discrimination. For more information, please contact Reva Farenback-Brateman, MSW, CDP at 856-424-1333, Ext. 1184 or rfbrateman@jfedsnj.org.
Sponsored by the Timothy Rice Estate and Elder Law Firm (TREEL).

Cafe Connection - A Memory Cafe
2020-02-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
A monthly social gathering for older adults affected by memory challenges and their care partners. Please join us for coffee, conversation, a creative experience with a guest artist, and learn about community resources. A lunch and passes to the Movement and Motivation wellness class at Katz JCC will be available to attendees for later that day. To register, contact Reva Farenback-Brateman at rfbrateman@jfedsnj.org or 856-424-1333 ext. 1184.
Grant funding is provided by The Camden County Board of Freeholders. Cafe Connection is a collaboration of JFCS, JSHHS, and the Katz JCC.

Stepping Out with JFCS 2020
2020-02-08 19:00 - 23:45 | Congregation Beth El, 8000 Main Street, Voorhees, NJ, 08043, United States
Join us at Congregation Beth El on Saturday, February 8 for an evening of great food, drinks, and entertainment! This annual event highlights the good work JFCS does year-round while raising vital funds for critical programs and services for residents of Camden, Burlington, and Gloucester counties.
Registration for Stepping Out is now closed. No further tickets are available for purchase. There will be NO WALK-INS at the event.

Soups and Sweets Marketplace
2020-01-31 10:00 - 14:00, 2020-01-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-12-13 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
Stop by the Katz JCC lobby between 10:00am and 2:00pm to purchase delicious challahs, pastries, cakes, soups, and other goodies prepared by participants in the Soups and Sweets program. All products are certified Kosher pareve under the certification of the Cherry K Vaad Hakashruth.
The JFCS Soups and Sweets Program is a culinary training program that prepares adults with special needs for employment in the food service sector. Over 70% of our graduates have obtained employment and are following their dreams in the culinary industry. All proceeds from the sale of our menu items help;s support and grow the Soups and Sweets program. To learn more, visit http://s631138447.onlinehome.us/soups-and-sweets-culinary-training/.

Seeing It Through Together
2020-01-23 13:30 - 15:00 | JFCS Main Office, 1301 Springdale Rd Ste 150, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
The JFCS low vision support and education group provides an opportunity for older adults to speak with others living with low vision, hear from experts in the field, share common concerns and stories, and find solutions to vision-related difficulties.
For more information or to register, please contact Mindy Elkins, MSW, LSW at (856) 424-1333 or melkins@jfedsnj.org.

Annual Special Needs Art Gallery Reception
2020-01-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
The Annual Special Needs Art Gallery Reception will feature original artwork by members of the JCC ACHaD and JFCS TOPS Special Needs Programs. For more information contact Nina Staiman at nstaiman@jfedsnj.org.

Community Mitzvah Day
2020-01-19 09:30 - 11:30 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
Open to the Community – All Ages Welcome!

Join together with hundreds of community members to create meaningful projects that will benefit our neighbors in need. We will be making 1,000 Chemo Comfort Bags (bags filled with snacks and supplies along with “get well” cards) for patients at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper. The day will also include a blood drive, free cancer screenings by Cooper physicians, and an opportunity to sign up for the Gift of Life Bone Marrow Registry. Snacks will be provided. Please note that advance registration is required for both the blood drive and the cancer screenings. The cost of admission is one non-perishable kosher food item per person to benefit clients of the JFCS Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantries. We hope to see you at this wonderful event!

LGBT Aging with Pride
2020-01-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
The only group of its kind in South Jersey, this monthly program offers a welcoming atmosphere for LGBT older adults to share their experiences, build relationships, and discuss issues like discrimination and social isolation. Sponsored by Timothy Rice Estate and Elder Law. To learn more or to RSVP, please contact Reva Farenback-Brateman at 856-424-1333 ext. 1184 or rfbrateman@jfedsnj.org

Cafe Connection - A Memory Cafe
2020-01-09 10:00 - 11:30 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
A monthly social gathering for older adults affected by memory challenges and their care partners. Please join us for coffee, conversation, a creative experience with a guest artist, and learn about community resources. A lunch and passes to the Movement and Motivation wellness class at Katz JCC will be available to attendees for later that day. To register, contact Reva Farenback-Brateman at 856-424-1333 ext. 1184.
Grant funding is provided by The Camden County Board of Freeholders. Cafe Connection is a collaboration of JFCS, JSHHS, and the Katz JCC.

New Year's Day
2020-01-01 | NJ
JFCS offices closed for New Year’s Day.

LGBT Aging with Pride
2019-12-13 13:00 - 14:30, 2019-11-08 13:00 - 14:30 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
This program offers a welcoming atmosphere to share resources, build relationships, learn about JFCS services, and discuss unique LGBT issues faced by older adults, such as social isolation and discrimination. For more information, please contact Reva Farenback-Brateman, MSW, CDP at 856-424-1333, Ext. 1184 or rfbrateman@jfedsnj.org.
Sponsored by the Timothy Rice Estate and Elder Law Firm.

Seeing It Through Together
2019-12-12 13:00 - 14:30, 2019-11-14 13:00 - 14:30, 2019-10-17 13:00 - 14:30 | JFCS Main Office, 1301 Springdale Rd Ste 150, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
JFCS presents a Low Vision Education & Support Group

Speak with others living with low vision
Hear from experts in the field
Share common concerns and stories
Find solutions to your vision-related difficulties

Held at the JFCS Main Office: 1301 Springdale Road, Suite 150
For more information or to register, please contact Mindy Elkins, MSW, LSW at (856) 424-1333 or melkins@jfedsnj.org.
Sponsored by Bratton Estate and Elder Care Attorneys

Café Connection – A Memory Café
2019-12-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States

Thanksgiving
2019-11-28 | NJ
JFCS offices closed in honor of Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving Meal Delivery
2019-11-26 09:30 - 11:30 | Temple Beth Sholom, 1901 Kresson Rd,, Cherry Hill , NJ, 08003, United States
Volunteers are needed to pick up Thanksgiving meals at Temple Beth Sholom and deliver them to seniors and home bound JFCS clients.
Advance registration required. Questions? Contact Randi Brown at 856-424-1333 ext. 1541 or rbrown@jfedsnj.org.

Rainbow Table
2019-11-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
Join JFCS for our first-ever Rainbow Table, an inter-generational program of LGBTQ folks coming together to share food, stories, hopes, and challenges — and to build and strengthen relationships among adults of all ages. For more information, contact Reva Farenback-Brateman at 856-424-1333 ext. 1184 or rfbrateman@jfedsnj.org. Registration for this event is now closed.
Grant funding provided by The Jewish Community Foundation and Gail Donner.

14th Annual Dubrow Vocational Celebration Breakfast
2019-11-22 08:00 - 10:00 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
JFCS invites you to our
14th Annual Dubrow Vocational Celebration Breakfast
celebrating the empowerment, independence, and potential of our special needs clients
Breakfast will be prepared by the Soups and Sweets Special Needs Culinary Training Program. There is no charge to attend but advance registration is required at jfcssnj.org/vocbreakfast. Registration for this event is now closed.
This event is sponsored by the Dubrow and Gelman families in loving memory of Ellen and Ron Dubrow.

Thanksgiving Community Cooking Project
2019-11-20 16:30 - 20:30 | Congregation Beth El, 8000 Main Street, Voorhees, NJ, 08043, United States
A collaborative effort to provide Thanksgiving meals to home bound or isolated individuals. Volunteers (ages 12+) are needed for the following shifts:
4:30pm – 6pm: Food Preparation
5:30pm – 7pm: Cooking
6pm – 7:30pm: Meal Setup & Assembly
7pm – 8:30pm: Meal Assembly
8pm – 8:30pm: Transport Meals to Temple Beth Sholom
Advance registration required. Questions? Contact Randi Brown at 856-424-1333 ext. 1541 or rbrown@jfedsnj.org.

Caregiver Bootcamp Series: Coping with Caregiving Over the Holidays
2019-11-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
Coping with Caregiving Over the Holidays
Presented by JFCS in association with Rothkoff Law Group
Addressing both caregiver and family concerns for aging loved ones.
RSVP for all Events or Request a Link to Watch Online: www.rothkofflaw.com/jfcs
Questions? Call (856) 616-2923

Café Connection – A Memory Café
2019-11-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
Café Connection – A Memory Café is a social gathering for individuals affected with memory challenges an their care partners. Please join us to enjoy coffee, conversation, a creative experience with a guest artist, and learn about community resources. A lunch and passes to the Movement and Motivation wellness class at Katz JCC will also be offered to attendees for later that day. For more information or to register, contact Reva Farenback-Brateman at 856-424-1333 ext. 1184 or rfbrateman@jfedsnj.org.
Grant funding is provided by Camden County Board of Freeholders. This program is brought to the community through a collaboration of JFCS, JSHHS, and the Katz JCC.

An Evening with Author Lockey Maisonneuve
2019-10-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
The JFCS Project SARAH (Stop Abusive Relationships at Home) Program is proud to present
An Evening with Author Lockey Maisonneuve
in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Neglected, abused, and sold into sex trafficking by her father, Lockey Maisonneuve was made to feel worthless and invisible by the very people who brought her into this world. Today, the author of A Girl Raised By Wolves is a certified yoga and meditation guide who teaches mindfulness skills to incarcerated men and women, folks in recovery, gang members, and at-risk youth. Lockey now advocates for victims of rape, abuse, and sex trafficking—sharing her hard-won insight, humor, and “Jersey girl” sarcasm with others on their healing journeys. Online registration is now closed but walk-ins are welcome!

Sponsored by Marshal Monuments (a division of Platt Memorial Chapels) and Kang Haggerty & Fetbroyt LLC

Simchat Torah
2019-10-22 08:00 - 17:00 | NJ
JFCS offices closed in honor of Simchat Torah.

Shmini Atzeret
2019-10-21 | NJ
JFCS offices closed in honor of Shmini Atzeret.

Caregiver Bootcamp Series: Navigating the Maze of Age-Related Resources
2019-10-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
Navigating the Maze of Age-Related Resources: Right Care, Right Place, Right Time
Presented by JFCS in association with Rothkoff Law Group
Addressing both caregiver and family concerns for aging loved ones.
RSVP for all Events or Request a Link to Watch Online: www.rothkofflaw.com/jfcs
Questions? Call (856) 616-2923
