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May 02, 2022

Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Jill and Sylvia, Two Matzah Ball-Making Friends

Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Jill and Sylvia, Two Matzah Ball-Making Friends

Jill Frances and Sylvia Andrews became friends in October 2021 thanks to One Good Deed. Since then, they've made matzah balls, shared many discussions about the meaning of life, and Jill has even learned some Yiddish! Read More

May 02, 2022

Brain Health Bootcamp at JF&CS Strengthens Minds and Mental Health

Brain Health Bootcamp at JF&CS Strengthens Minds and Mental Health

JF&CS offers two brain health support programs: Brain Health Bootcamp, and Music and Memory. Each program is unique, and uses techniques that are both fun and scientific to help manage and maintain memories and brain health. Read More

April 26, 2022

The Kosher Food Pantry Needs Continue to Grow

The Kosher Food Pantry Needs Continue to Grow

The Kosher Food Pantry at JF&CS provides thousands of pounds to hundreds of families and individuals weekly that suffer from food insecurity. Learn more about who it serves and how you can help. Read More

April 26, 2022

Lila’s Story: JF&CS Secures Crucial Homecare After Near-Death Experience

Lila’s Story: JF&CS Secures Crucial Homecare After Near-Death Experience

Lila, a Holocaust Survivor from Ukraine, found herself in an extremely dangerous medical situation, and doctors were unsure if she would even survive. Despite all odds, she survived, but needed more assistance to be safe alone at home. JF&CS stepped… Read More

April 26, 2022

Mark’s Story: JF&CS Steps in with Homecare and Home Safety Modifications

Mark’s Story: JF&CS Steps in with Homecare and Home Safety Modifications

Holocaust Survivor Mark moved to Georgia with no assets and low income. He applied for the Medicare that he desperately needs, but a decision could take months. What was he to do in the meantime? JF&CS was there to help. Read More

April 26, 2022

Adeliya’s Story: A Lifeline from the Georgia Heat

Adeliya’s Story: A Lifeline from the Georgia Heat

Holocaust Survivor Adeliya moved to Atlanta in 1976, and encountered some financial struggles. When her A/C broke in the middle of the sweltering Georgia summer, and it seemed like there was nowhere she could turn for financial help to repair it,… Read More

April 26, 2022

Boris’ Story: Connection and Care Where He Needed It

Boris’ Story: Connection and Care Where He Needed It

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