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December 30, 2022
Sam Perlman, 2023 Big PAL of the Year
Congratulations to the 2023 Big PAL of The Year, Sam Perlman! Sam was matched with Asher Fleshel, who was 11 years old at the time. The two quickly became friends, and over the years became more like family. Read More
December 13, 2022
How can an Executive Functioning Coach help my child?
There is a lot of buzz these days about Executive Functioning and how coaching can help kids, teens and adults. But what exactly are Executive Functioning Skills, and why should parents care? Read More
December 06, 2022
Need a Mitzvah Project? We've got you covered!
Do you have a child with a Bar or Bat Mitzvah coming up? JF&CS has lots of options for kids to create a mitzvah project. Read More
November 08, 2022
Richard's Journey
Richard, 22, a college student at a local university, started therapy to help manage his anxiety, depression and binge eating. Medication helped, but it was clear he needed counseling. Richard contacted JF&CS through the Be Well With Hillel program,… Read More
November 07, 2022
High Holidays Food Drive Fills Barrels, Bellies, and Hearts
In August, when reviewing the Kosher Food Pantry's increasing needs and current food supply, JF&CS planned a food drive for the High Holidays with hope that the community would support us. We are so thankful to our incredible community and more… Read More
November 07, 2022
Brighten The Holidays for JF&CS Clients
For 27 years, volunteer Jody Reichel has spearheaded the Holiday Gift Fund to help brighten the holiday season for Atlanta families who cannot afford gifts for their children. The program has helped hundreds of families through the years. Read More
October 19, 2022
Focusing on Lack of Focus
It’s Parent-Teacher Conference season again, and you are not alone if your child’s teacher told you some version of “[Your child] walks around the room while everyone else is on the rug.”Cari Newman, Parent Coach, offers advice for parents of… Read More
October 03, 2022
"Accepting help is not easy. Do it anyway."
"The gratitude I feel for the opportunities this journey is affording me is huge. I tell this story not only in tribute to my therapist, psychiatrist, the Kosher Food Pantry and JFCS but most importantly in tribute to all those suffering with… Read More