JFCS is here for the health of our community. In line with directives from the  Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)  and the  World Health Organization (WHO)  as well as local leadership for the  state of New Jersey  and  County of Mercer , we are moving our programs and staff to remote schedules  effective March 16 – 27 . We understand this situation is evolving day by day and will continue to assess our remote service delivery during these two weeks and beyond as prudent and safe for our staff, our clients, and all constituents. 

Please note the following changes to programs & services:  
  • No clients or visitors will be allowed inside JFCS offices through March 27. 
  • Counseling services will be provided through tele-therapy. We are continuing to take new calls for clients interested in services. If interested in counseling or your need support during these challenging times, call us at 609-987-8100 Ext 102.
  • Seniors enrolled in our programs will receive regular check-ins and phone support to connect them with needed resources. There will be no in-home visits and/or geriatric assessments provided by Senior Services. 
  • Food delivery programs will continue to the extent our resources are available.
  • Gesher LeKesher and Jewish Community Youth Foundation (JCYF) recruitment and programmatic gatherings are canceled through April 1.
  • J-Serve, International Day of Jewish Youth Service is canceled
  • All community events and days of service are canceled through April 1.
  • All volunteer activities are canceled through April 1 including Shop & Stocks, Chore Corps, Cooking Companions, Friendly Visitors and all individual and group opportunities
  • All on and off-site support and therapeutic groups are canceled through April 1 including Bereavement groups, Caregiver Support group, and Youth Mindfulness group.

Administrative staff will be available by phone to answer any questions Monday – Thursday 9 AM – 5 PM and Friday 9 AM – 4 PM.