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We're Here to Help

JFS is here to ensure individuals and families can safely access resources and services needed during time of crisis and to help meet the challenges of daily life. We assist people from all walks of life, regardless of religion.

 If you need assistance, call JFS Navigator at 913-327-8250 or email navigator@jfskc.org. All services are by appointment.


 

Feeling Anxious and Stressed?

Learn concrete ways to manage.

 During times of anxiety, it's common for our minds to start racing. Here are a few ways to train your brain back to the "hear and now" using your five senses.

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News & Events

Career, Skills, & Connections Can Help Your Job Search

With thousands of individuals unemployed in KC, JFS and JVS have enhanced Career, Skills, & Connections—a program offering executive coaching and employment assistance for all individuals in our community.

New Year, New Habits!

While exploring self-care tools and techniques, on Wednesday, Jan. 27, facilitators: Lauren Glass, LCSW and Kathleen Halling, LPC will examine the importance of creating a supportive relationship with yourself.

Jan. Calling Connections Volunteer – Max

JFS Calling Connections Volunteer, Max, shares her story, “Besides my regular calls, I call Saundra when the Chiefs are playing because we are both fans. It just feels right helping people feel connected.”

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Virtual Happiness Habits in a New Year

Start the new year with a weekly habit that brings happiness! This wellness Series is a free and ongoing half-hour program that is available Mondays at 3 p.m.

What is Your One WORD for 2021?

The concept of “Just One WORD that will change your life” has been around for many years. What is your theme for the upcoming year?

Website Provides Teen Mental Health & Wellness Resources

YouBeYou.us seeks to encourage youth to ​embrace a focus on progress rather than perfection in their daily life by integrating their mind, body, and soul through hope, help, and strength.

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Upcoming Events

Jan
27
Wed
1:00 pm JFS “New Year Habits” Virtual Wo...
JFS “New Year Habits” Virtual Wo...
Jan 27 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Title: New Year, NewHabits: Exploring Self-Care Tools and TechniquesFacilitators: JFS Therapists, Lauren Glass & KathleenHallingJoin us in this interactive session to learn the benefits ofself-care and how to develop a more compassionate and supportive relationshipwith[...]
Feb
1
Mon
3:00 pm JFS Virtual Happiness Habits
JFS Virtual Happiness Habits
Feb 1 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Start the new year with a weekly habit that brings happiness! This Happiness Habits Wellness Series is a free and ongoing half-hour program in partnership between JFS, the Kansas City Public Library, and the Greater Kansas[...]
Feb
3
Wed
11:30 am JFS Grief and Loss Group
JFS Grief and Loss Group
Feb 3 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Meets first and third WednesdayThe ongoing support group is for individuals grieving fromthe death of a loved one. The group provides an opportunityto address issues of loss and grief within a Jewish spiritualcontext in a[...]
Feb
8
Mon
3:00 pm JFS Virtual Happiness Habits
JFS Virtual Happiness Habits
Feb 8 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Start the new year with a weekly habit that brings happiness! This Happiness Habits Wellness Series is a free and ongoing half-hour program in partnership between JFS, the Kansas City Public Library, and the Greater Kansas[...]
7:00 pm JFS Board Meeting
JFS Board Meeting
Feb 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
 
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