Dec 31, 2024 | Community Partners, Elder Care Management, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, Memory Cafés, Older Adults, We are JFS!
The JFS Memory Cafés provide a welcoming, judgement free opportunity for people living with dementia and their caregivers to enjoy some fun and entertainment and socialize with others in the community facing the same challenges. Recently featured on WGBH.org in an...
Nov 8, 2024 | Featured, JFS of Metrowest, Older Adults, We are JFS!
The JFS Homecare Team is growing, and we are excited to introduce its newest member! Name: Paola Matias Country of Origin: Honduras Languages: Spanish, Portuguese and English Training: Certified Home Health Aide and Certified Nurses Assistant. Position: Homemaker and...
Oct 23, 2024 | Community Partners, Family Assistance Network, Featured, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, Older Adults, Volunteer Opportunities, We are JFS!
At 62, Samantha was at a crossroads when she came to Jewish Family Service of Metrowest (JFS) last November. She was unemployed, not receiving unemployment benefits, and struggling to pay rent. Her situation was made even more dire by her inability to pay her Verizon...
Oct 22, 2024 | Community Partners, Healthy Aging, JFS of Metrowest, Older Adults, We are JFS!
JFS was once again proud to participate in Senate President Karen Spilka’s annual 55+ fall health and wellness fair at Keefe Regional Technical School in Framingham. This fair has taken place each year for over a decade and offers resources, workshops, and...
Sep 26, 2024 | Elder Care Management, Featured, Healthy Aging, JFS of Metrowest, Older Adults, We are JFS!
If you are worried about an aging parent, read Ask Ally Series: Safeguarding Aging Parents from Future Falls from expert Geriatric Care Managers Malka Young and Laila Vehvilainen for tips that can help you ensure the safety of your loved ones.
Sep 12, 2024 | Business, Community Partners, Community Programs, Featured, Healthy Aging, JFS of Metrowest, Memory Cafés, Older Adults, Upcoming Events, We are JFS!
JFS is pleased to announce that it has received a grant from the Mass Cultural Council to support the monthly JFS Memory Cafés which currently take place at Temple Beth Am in Framingham. JFS Memory Cafés are free to all and feature local musicians, artists, and...
