Monthly news & updates
April 2021
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS!
Mensch Awards - Accepting Applications!

This is a merit-based award for deserving Jewish eighth-grade and high school senior students living in Greater Mercer County. Candidates should exemplify what it means to be a mensch – a person of integrity and honor, a doer of good deeds, and an all-around good person. Students must be nominated by a member of the community such as a Rabbi, educator, youth group advisor, secular school guidance counselor, teacher, parent, etc.

Eighth-grade Mensch-In-Training award is $300 and high school senior Mensch Award winners will receive $1,500. This is not a need-based scholarship.
 
Applications are due by April 30, 2021.

Cheers to the Volunteers Success!

JFCS’ first ever virtual annual fundraiser was an incredible success, bringing together over 370 supporters from across NJ - and the country - all in support of JFCS programs! We were so proud to say Cheers to the Volunteers as we toasted with wine and coffee over Zoom.

JFCS has successfully navigated the past year of challenges thanks to the generosity of supporters like you. We have learned that in order to be prepared for anything our agency needs to remain adaptable to any challenge, and to do so, we will continue to rely on the incredible support of this community.

PROGRAM & EVENTS...
>>J-Serve International Day of Jewish Youth Service

Sunday, April 11 | Join us on Zoom!
1:00 PM for Grades 6 - 9
2:00 PM for Grades 10 - 12

**VIRTUAL SERVICE EVENT**

For Jewish youth grades 6 - 12
Connect with personal and local heritage with Project Roots. Help yourself and others by learning self-care techniques. Learn about making a difference.
>>Spring Into Action

Sunday, April 18
@ 10:30 AM
JFCS Offices (Outdoor Event)

For Youth & Families
Learn about hunger in Mercer County and how YOU can help others in need. You're invited to this service event...bring an old t-shirt, scissors and a ruler to upcycle a shirt into a reusable grocery bag.
Participants also encouraged to bring donation of paper goods or personal hygiene products.
 
SPACE IS LIMITED. MASK WEARING REQUIRED DURING EVENT (outdoors)
 
Rain date Sunday, April 25
>>Social Support Group
For Older Adults/Seniors
 
Thursdays (weekly)
9:30 AM via Zoom

This virtual Drop-In Group continues to welcome new members. You're invited to join each week to connect and share with others who are feeling the emotional and psychological impacts of isolation during COVID-19 restrictions.
Here for When You Need Support...
We understand that each phase of the pandemic has brought new challenges, and JFCS remains here for the community now and into the future. If you need support, reach out to us.
Our Secure@Home geriatric care managers have been a constant in the lives of the seniors in the program, especially during the past year of constant change and uncertainty. Our program members know they can turn to our team with questions, any time, through 24/7 phone support. If you or a senior you know in the Greater Mercer County area could benefit from support of a care manager, connect with us to learn more about Secure@Home: 609-987-8121.
While we find hope in the ongoing roll out of the COVID-19 vaccine, this phase brings its own challenges as we navigate what feels safe and comfortable for us individually moving forward.
If you're looking for a safe space to discuss your worries, stress, uncertainty, or are simply seeking an understanding ear, connect with our drop-in hours Monday through Friday.
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU
Learn More About Food Services.
Learn More About Counseling Services.
Learn More About Senior Services.