JF&CS News

Greetings!

JF&CS is a trusted source of support for the most fragile members of our community. Our reputation and strength come from our ability to provide this support, year after year.

Now more than ever people turn to JF&CS for help with life's many challenges - caring for aging parents, looking for financial assistance, raising a child with a disability, and so much more.

Seymour J. Friedland, PhD
Chief Executive Officer

Ongoing Support for Adoptive Families

For some couples hoping to build families, adoption offers a wonderful answer to their prayers. Yet adoption can be a challenging process, both for the child and the parents, with unique short- and long-term issues.

TRAINING CENTER Helping Parents & Infants Connect Michelle Homer is an Early Intervention nurse, mother of five children, and former Peace Corps member who spent two years in Kenya. She's also a fellow at the JF&CS Infant-Parent Training Institute.	PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT Bringing Joy to Kids in Need The annual JF&CS Toy Drive was a huge success, distributing over $15,000 from 152 donors to 300 children of families in need. This year more than ever many families turned to JF&CS to help make their holidays joyful.	EVENT PREVIEW JF&CS Benefit: A Night to Celebrate On Saturday, March 6, JF&CS supporters will gather at the Westin Boston Waterfront to celebrate the agency's continued success and to recognize leaders in the community at its annual Benefit.

"JF&CS helped me a lot and took the weight off my shoulders. I know that if it
wasn't for JF&CS I wouldn't be where I am today."

~ A grateful client

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.