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September 2009 Volunteer Newsletter 
 
Greetings!
 
Welcome to our first volunteer newsletter! It's dedicated to you - our wonderful volunteers. Twice a year we'll bring you news, program updates, and stories about the many ways volunteers make a difference. You help us serve the most vulnerable among us and should feel proud to be part of JF&CS, the leading provider of comprehensive human services.

Without the hands and hearts of our 1,600 volunteers, we wouldn't be able to serve over 30,000 people each year throughout Greater Boston. You are critical to our success. Whether you volunteer once a week, once a month, or once a year, each of you shares your valuable time, energy, and compassion. We appreciate your generosity.

Sincerely,
Sy Friedland



Seymour J. Friedland, PhD
Chief Executive Officer

 
Louis and Leo


New Friends 

Leo Gerechter and Louis Zand have been friends for nine years and for most of that time they've been talking - and arguing - about life. Both men are interested in politics, Israel, and in what it means to be Jewish. Louis laughs, "We talk about everything, but we don't always agree."
 
This special friendship started when Louis decided to volunteer for the JF&CS Friendly Visitor program and was matched with Leo. Louis said, "I don't view this as volunteer work. I view JF&CS as an unexpected way of making a very dear friend."
 
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AWARD RECIPIENT Judy Spivak

Honoring our  Volunteers
 
The 2009 recipient of the Simone Lottor Exceptional Service Award is Judy Spivak. Judy has been helping women and their
infants thrive for 19 years as a Visiting Moms volunteer.

CLIENT STORYSunday Arts and Swim

Respite for
Families
 
The JF&CS Sunday Swim and Arts program offers young people with disabilities a unique way
to enjoy a safe, structured activity on a day when many of them might otherwise be home.

  

VOLUNTEER OPPVisiting Moms client

Visiting Moms     Needs Volunteers
 
If you are a mom and have a few hours a week to spare, you can offer a mother support, encouragement, and reassurance.
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                       "There is no better exercise for your heart,
                            than reaching down and helping to lift someone up." 
                                                        
                                                        ~Bernard Meltzer
 
 
 
Stay Connected
 
JF&CS brings healthcare to your home. Learn more about our Visiting Nurse Association.
 
Are you managing the demands of a busy family and caring for an aging relative? Let the experts at JF&CS help you.
 
Parenting is on the job training and there is no preparation. The JF&CS Center for Early Relationship Support offers Parent Consultations to support you and help you become the parent you want to be.
 
Volunteers are a vital part of Jewish Family & Children's Service. To find a satisfying and rewarding volunteer experience, or for additional information, please call us at 781-647-JFCS (5327) or send us an email
 
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