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December 15, 2021

PAL of the Year 2022: Jason and Austin’s Story

PAL of the Year 2022: Jason and Austin’s Story

When Jason Zutty decided to start searching for a Jewish mentorship program years ago, he had no way of knowing that it would lead to such a meaningful and long-lasting friendship. Read More

December 15, 2021

ElliQ: Offering At-Home Health, Companionship, and Empowerment to Older Adults

ElliQ: Offering At-Home Health, Companionship, and Empowerment to Older Adults

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

December 15, 2021

Support When Dealing with Divorce

Support When Dealing with Divorce

Going through a separation or divorce can be very difficult, no matter the reason for it. It can feel like your world is being turned upside down. It can distract from work, family, and friends. People’s emotions can range from guilt, to relief, to… Read More

November 30, 2021

Eight Tzedakah Ideas for Hanukkah Time

Eight Tzedakah Ideas for Hanukkah Time

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

November 22, 2021

Hanukkah: Lighting Up The Dark

Hanukkah: Lighting Up The Dark

While our practices and beliefs differ, "lighting up the darkness” is common to all of our winter celebrations. Read More

November 17, 2021

JF&CS Career Services: Helping Community Members Achieve Their Dream Careers

JF&CS Career Services: Helping Community Members Achieve Their Dream Careers

When the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the country in March 2021, many in metro Atlanta found themselves losing careers they had spent years building in just the blink of an eye. Others had to try and make the best of the usual life challenges in… Read More

November 17, 2021

Inspired Giving: Sheryl Blechner

Inspired Giving: Sheryl Blechner

“When you are fortunate, you have a responsibility to give back,” Sheryl Blechner recalled being taught this by her mother, Rita Speer. "It is something my sisters and I have tried to pass on to our children as well," she said. Read More

November 16, 2021

The Benefits of JF&CS’ Estrangement Group 

The Benefits of JF&CS’ Estrangement Group

For most, family is a source of stability and love, and a relationship that can always be depended on. However, for some, family relationships can be complex and even difficult. And for a rare few, family relationships can become so strained that… Read More