Monthly news & updates
August 2020
UPCOMING EVENTS...
>>Pandemic Pickling (Easy Summer Pickling)

Tuesday, Aug 4 @ 3 PM
Andrea Gaynor will show you how easy it is to pickle your favorite summer vegetables.
>>Social Support Group
For Older Adults/Seniors

Thursdays (weekly) @ 9:30 AM
Drop in to connect and share with others who are feeling the emotional and psychological impacts of isolation during COVID-19 restrictions.
>>Pandemic Parenting Support Group

Wednesday, Aug 12 @ 12 PM
This group will offer parents a chance to share their struggles, challenges, and successes during the pandemic. 
>> Handling the Holidays

Together, Yet Apart: High Holidays in the Time of COVID-19 for Those Who are Bereaved
Wednesday, Sept 2 @ 10:30 AM
Wednesday, Sept 9 @ 6 PM
single-session event, register for date of choice

When so many traditions and observances are focused around the gathering of family and friends, it can be especially hard to celebrate when grieving the loss of a loved one.
>>Caregiver Support Group

Tuesday (6 Sessions)
Beginning Sept 15 @ 2:30 PM
Are you a caregiver for your loved one with Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s or another chronic disease or illness? Our non-sectarian group provides tips, techniques and resources to help you live your life while supporting your loved one.
$50 for 6 sessions, every other week
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS!
BACK-TO-SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE

NOW THROUGH AUGUST 14th!
Whether in school or at home, let’s continue to help children in need start the school year off right!

Our goal is to supply 150+ children with the supplies they need to look forward to beginning a successful school year. Items donated benefit the children of JFCS pantry and partner agency clients in the Greater Mercer community.

*PARTNER HIGHLIGHT*
Our thanks to...

Jewish Federation of Princeton Mercer Bucks for additional funding to continue our expanded Kosher Meals on Wheels Service.

Novo Nordisk and Sodexo for their partnership with weekly donations of fresh, frozen and shelf-stable food items (by the pallet!). They are providing this welcome resource for 6 consecutive weeks.
JFCS Mobile Food Pantry

Celebrating 6 months on the road...
FOR TEENS
TEEN SUMMER SERIES

College & Career: For Grades 11+
Promoting Yourself & Your Skill Set
Monday Aug 3, 7 PM
An interactive workshop to build your resume and develop talking points.

Summer Serve: For Grades 6-12
Challah Bake
Sunday Aug 9, 1 PM
Create your own challah at home with Challah for Hunger.

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
JCYF & GESHER LEKESHER GOING VIRTUAL FOR 2020
A project for teens in grades 8 through 12. Participants research Jewish nonprofit organizations and learn about philanthropic giving by pooling monetary contributions and distributing donations as they choose.
For ALL 8th, 9th & 10th graders
For RETURNING 11th & 12th graders

Early bird rate ends August 2nd! 
Explore trending topics from a Jewish perspective.
An opportunity to develop leadership skills, mentor other teens and give back to the community.
Rising 11th & 12th Grade teens!

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU
Learn More About Food Services.
Learn More About Counseling Services.
Learn More About Senior Services.