Aviv Stories

Boris, a Holocaust Survivor, moved to the United States four years ago, and faced a myriad of physical health problems. He also felt very lonely and isolated socially. JF&CS helped ensure his mental and physical health was taken care of. Read More

Alexander, a 90-year-old Survivor from Ukraine, received crucial homecare hours with assistance from JF&CS, which allowed him to feel safe in his own home. Read More

Partnership Enhances Overall Wellness of Aging Adults at active retirement communities in Atlanta. Read More

The ‘Atlanta Gravestone Project’: Behind the push to mark every Jewish grave - from the Atlanta Journal Constitution Read More

The Holocaust Survivor Services at JF&CS stepped up for Miriam, a Holocaust Survivor who beat cancer, when she encountered unexpected circumstances and needed help. Read More

Many Atlanta Jews who can trace their family history to Ukraine are paying extra attention to Russia’s military invasion. Read More

As one Jewish Atlantan said, “Their blood is in my veins and my heart is hurting for the Ukrainian people.” Read More

As we all try to absorb the barrage of heartbreaking news coming out of Ukraine, there is one group that has been deeply impacted. JF&CS provides support for Holocaust Survivors in Atlanta, and 10 states in the Southeast region. We talked to our… Read More

After being matched through One Good Deed, our friendly visitor program from Aviv Older Adult Services, Miriam and Sophia became good friends and discovered they share a world of incredible coincidences and connections. Read More

Our HomeShareATL Program experts share four of the best tips to follow when looking for a new living space. Read More

Brain Health Bootcamp is helping seniors keep their minds sharp through fun and sociable activities led by professionals. Read More

A special at-home robot care companion is changing the lives of seniors by offering companionship, comfort, and fun, and empowering older citizens to take more hand-on control of their health. Read More

Hanukkah is now a time of giving. Many families continue the tradition of giving tips, presents and gelt, but also a tradition of giving tzedakah. So, in honor of our eight days of Hanukkah, JF&CS would like to present eight ways our community can… Read More

ATLANTA (August 2, 2021) – Jewish Family & Career Services (JF&CS) of Atlanta launched HomeShare ATL, a matching service for older adults and home sharers in Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, and Gwinnett counties.   Read More

ATLANTA –July 2021 – As the pandemic passes its year mark, Holocaust survivors across the U.S. continue to face new and renewed daily struggles. Covid-19 has only further exacerbated and enhanced the challenges that this vulnerable population faces.… Read More

How do you know when it's time to look for Geriatric Care Management Assistance for older adults? If any of the following scenarios sound like your situation, consider calling 1-866-AGE-WELL to learn more about Geriatric Care Management. Read More

Have you ever been driving along, an old song comes on the radio, and you are immediately taken back to a memory of your past? Maybe you were listening to Britney Spears when you first found out you were pregnant with your first child. Or maybe you… Read More

One Good Deed, a program of Aviv Older Adult Service, matches volunteers with older adults for friendship and companionship. Since 2006, more than 500 matches have been made. Here is an example of such a match that was recently highlighted in The… Read More

In the age of COVID-19, it can be difficult to find ways to connect with our older adult friends without breaking social distance guidelines. One pandemic-safe option, however, is to read and discuss a book with your friend! Read More

COVID-19 has been especially hard for the Sandwich Generation - three generation families. According to JF&CS Geriatric Care Management Manager Debbi Dooley, parents of school-aged children who have also been caring for their aging parents have been… Read More