Senior Director Lucia Panichella joins CJP’s Women in Philanthropy Mission to San Diego to bear witness
to the humanitarian crisis at the border and support those who are working with incoming families
(Photo: Craig Byer/CJP)
Mobilizing Social Justice Action
JFS is bringing resources and capacity to a variety of initiatives that offer opportunities for Jews and community members of all ages to engage in social justice action that has meaningful impact in our community and beyond, including:
- Brothers for Life – honoring veterans who have sacrificed in service to their country
- JFS/Multifaith Alliance Mobilize Boston Container Project – sending desperately needed supplies to refugee camps in war-torn Syria
- CJP Humanitarian Missions – working with partners to broaden impacts and strengthen the call for social justice
- Jewish Emergency Management System – providing security and emergency response coordination and expertise
- Jewish Education Collaborative – facilitating conversations that build bridges to inclusion and understanding
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah and Day of Service Projects – empowering volunteers to help those in need
- Jewish Day School Projects – teaching lessons in service, compassion and gratitude
Former CJP Board President Neil Wallack, CEO Marc Jacobs join the Kraft family, US Wounded Warriors and Brothers For Life (Israeli Wounded Warriors) at the annual Gillette Stadium event COO Lino Covarrubias helps coordinate
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Program News
Attend a Workshop on Elder Healthcare January 26th in Acton
Join elder expert Malka Young on January 26th at Congregation Beth Elohim when she will share practical information that will help you help your parents or prepare for your own later years.
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JFS Healthy Aging Celebrates the New Year with Local Partner Beacon Communities!
In welcoming the new year, JFS hosted a celebration at Edmands House in Framingham. Open to older adult residents, JFS invited these residents to learn more about the services JFS brings to Edmands House and how they can improve their health and well-being through various classes and workshops offered there.
read moreJoin Our Team of JFS Patient Navigators –Upcoming Trainings 1/27 and 3/9!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Interested in making a difference in the lives of older adults in your community? Become a JFS Patient Navigator! Volunteer in your free time and help frail older adults get the medical care and information they need to maintain their independence and health! Upcoming training dates: 1/27/2020 and 3/9/2020. Click the link to learn more!
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