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This Month
May 2010

The Annual Marjorie B. Cohen Foundation Golf Classic
Monday, May 10th
Funds raised by the Marjorie B. Cohen Foundation have been supporting research by the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania to develop the best ways to provide genetic testing, counseling, and education to high-risk individuals and families with a genetic history of cancer.  With the continued support from businesses and individuals, the Marjorie B. Cohen Foundation Golf Classic will continue to raise funds to support the fight against Cancer Genetics.  Click here for more info. 

Jewish Family & Friends of Addicts Support Group
Mondays, May 10th, 17th, & 24th
Confidential peer support for Jewish family and friends of individuals struggling with addiction issues.  No charge to attend.  Click here for more info.

JFCS Annual Meeting and
Recognition of Volunteers

Tuesday, May 11th
Join us for our 66th Annual Meeting and Recognition of our Volunteers.  Special tribute to Michele Ettinger, outgoing Board President, and Bob Feist, Past President.  Installation of Andi Levin, President-elect, and the Board of Trustees.  Honoring our Volunteer of the Year, Paul Stolpen, outgoing Board Members, incoming Board Members, and incoming Advisory Council Members.  Click here for more info.

New Beginnings: 
Coffee and Conversation

Wednesday, May 12th
New Beginnings is an ongoing social/support group for widows and widowers.  Join us for an evening of conversation with fancy desserts and coffee.  Meet new people and catch up on old acquaintances.  Click here for more info.

The Jewish Friends of Bill W. Meeting
Monday, May 17th
Addicted? Looking for Jewish support?  If you identify yourself as an addict and would like to network and build community with other Jewish addicts in South Jersey, please join us for this support group.  Click here for more info.

Offices Closed for Shavuot
(Feast of Weeks)

Tuesday, May 18th, early closing at 6:00 PM
Wednesday & Thursday, May 19th & 20th

Click here for after-hours resources.

Offices Closed for Memorial Day
Friday & Monday, May 28th & 31st
Click here for after-hours resources.

SAIL Calendar (PDF)
A program of the Special Needs Department

NORC Calendar (PDF)
A program of the Senior Services Department

Next Month
June 2010

Job Support Networking Group
Tuesday, June 8th
Provides ongoing support for unemployed or underemployed individuals, encouraging them to help on another by sharing job leads and contacts for potential employment.  Click here for more info.

Support Group for Family & Friends of Jewish Prisoners
Tuesday, June 8th
Peer-led support group that provides an opportunity to share experiences and feelings.  Click here for more info. 

The Jewish Friends of Bill W. Meeting
Monday, June 21st
Addicted? Looking for Jewish support?  If you identify yourself as an addict and would like to network and build community with other Jewish addicts in South Jersey, please join us for this support group.  Click here for more info.

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1301 Springdale Road,
Suite 150
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Phone:  856-424-1333


Mount Laurel Office:
Suite 702 Birchfield Drive
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Phone:  856-778-7775


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www.jfcssnj.org

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Long-Term Care Insurance

JFCS announces the offering of a long-term care insurance policy now available to the community at a special discounted rate.  This is made possible through a partnership with the Association of Jewish Family and Children's Agencies (AJFCA) and one of the nation's largest and most respected insurance and long-term care carriers. 

Click here for more information, or call Jen at 856-424-1333. 
 
Just in time for Mother's Day!

Caring for You gift cards are available for delicious kosher-certified Meals-on-Wheels delivered to the person of your choice, as well as a variety of in-home services from the JFCS Senior Services Program. 

For more information about Caring For You gift cards and how to purchase them, call Gail at 856-424-1333, or email seniorservices@jfedsnj.org.