Denver7: Pet and human food pantries open their doors to federal furloughed employees
Denver7 ran a story on January 8, 2019 about the JFS Weinberg Food Pantry offering food to furloughed government workers and Colorado Pet Pantry doing the same for pet food.
Thank You for Your Bright Holidays Generosity!
Last month, many generous individuals, organizations, and corporations collected holiday gifts for JFS clients through our Bright Holidays program.
Winter 2019 Family Matters
The Winter 2019 issue of Family Matters is online now and focuses on inclusion.
Client Spotlight: Recognizing the Strengths of a Diverse Work Team
Learn more about how Eric Baylor's partnership with Ekus Parts successfully matched a job-seeker with a developmental disability with a company that needed help.
From the CEO: Linda Foster
Jewish Family Service of Colorado's new president and CEO, Linda Foster, introduces herself to the community and shares her excitement for this new role.
Mental Health Matters: Helping Refugees Adjust to Their New Home
Learn how Jewish Family Service is helping refugees adjust to life in their new home through its Refugee Mental Health program.
Seniors Matter: Addressing the Issue of Invisibility Among Older Adults
Sarah Lukosi, Jewish Family Service Senior Solutions intern, describes how care managers and interns strive to create meaningful changes in the lives of older adults.
Ruth Leland and Janet Johnstone: Giving Back Through Volunteer Service
Ruth Leland and Janet Johnstone are dedicated volunteers who are quick to roll up their sleeves and do whatever needs to be done to serve the hundreds of people.
JFS’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee: Ensuring Everyone Feels Welcome and Included
The JFS Diversity and Inclusion Committee is charged with creating a culture of inclusion by promoting the acceptance and appreciation of all people.
BACK TO WORK 50+ at Jewish Family Service Hosts Free Smart Strategies Workshop for Jobseekers
Jewish Family Service of Colorado (JFS) will host a workshop for 50+ jobseekers. It's open to mature jobseekers 50 years and older seeking new or better employment.
325 Guests Celebrated the Many Faces of JFS
Faces of JFS 2018 Winter Soirée raised more than $450,000 to benefit Jewish Family Service's life-transforming work. View a full event recap and photos.
Jewish Family Service Appoints Linda Foster as President and CEO
Linda P. Foster was selected as Jewish Family Service of Colorado’s (JFS) new president and CEO.
Bob Perlow Warmed Up the Reel Hope Boulder Crowd
Boulder JFS 6th annual Reel Hope Boulder fundraiser with Bob Perlow raised nearly $90,000 to support the life-transforming work for people in need in Boulder County.
Girls Friendship Group Helps Prevent Bullying
Jewish Family Service's KidSuccess school-based mental health therapist led a Friendship Group for fifth-grade girls that helped enhance social skills and reduce bullying.
JFS at the JCC: Fighting Hunger and Food Insecurity for Older Adults
In the United States, one in six adults over 60 faces food insecurity, meaning they don’t have reliable access to affordable, nutritious food.
High Holy Day Reflections: Leave a Legacy
Remembering JFS in your will, trust, or retirement plan is the most personal of gifts and one that will continue to deliver the values long after you’re gone.
Bullying in the Schools
Jewish Family Service's KidSuccess school-based therapists provide helpful information about how bullying can affect students.
Fall 2018 Family Matters
The Fall 2018 issue of Family Matters is online now. This issue includes information about the Weinberg Food Pantry and the work it is doing to fight hunger and food insecurity in our community, upcoming events, an inspirational client story, an article about nutrition and its impact on mental health, and much more!
Raad Altaee: A Picture of Happiness
Raad is an Iraqi refugee who came to Colorado in 2014 with his family following years of trauma and uncertainty in his native country. See how Jewish Family Service helped him sustain his family while they adjusted to life in the U.S.
Nutrition and Its Impact on Mental Health in Children
Jewish Family Service school-based therapists talk about the undeniable connection between a well-balanced meal and mental health, especially for children and teens.