Don’t Be Scammed – Working with a “Notario” Could Have Serious Consequences
On June 28, 2024, the United States Government announced the redesignation of Haiti for Temporary Protected Status for people in the country before June 3, 2024. This is great news, and many people are very excited to apply. Unfortunately, there are many...
Wishing Everyone a Safe and Happy 4th of July!
Looking for ways to celebrate the 4th of July holiday? Follow the links for information about upcoming events and tips for enjoying a safe holiday: These MetroWest communities have fireworks events planned ahead of the Fourth of July (MWDN) Greater Boston Fourth of...
SAVE THE DATE: 13th Annual JFS Build-a-Backpack Event (8/25-8/27)
Dear Friends and Supporters of JFS, Kick off the 2024-2025 school year on a positive note by extending your support to the children in the Metrowest area. Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Metrowest warmly invites you to participate in our 13th Annual Build-A-Backpack...
A Day in the Life of a JFS Patient Navigator!
One component of JFS' work within the community is our Patient Navigator Program! Medical appointments can be anxiety-inducing for older adults—but that doesn’t have to be the case. Our Patient Navigators are trained volunteers who accompany older adults to their...
Welcoming New Staff Members to JFS!
Clarisa Mildred Lopez Job Title: Personal Care Homemaker From: Guatemala City Languages: Spanish With JFS since: May 2024 I was born in Guatemala City and graduated from Mariano Galvez University. I am a mother to three children and came to the United States...
JFS Receives Organization of the Year Award from Rotary International Framingham
Former JFS Board Member and Rotarian Javier Cevallos with JFS Board President Allison Kates and JFS CEO Lino Covarrubias JFS was honored to receive the Organization of the Year Award from Rotary International Framingham for our work making an impact in the community,...