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Unless otherwise noted, all events are held at the Jewish Community Campus, 5801 W. 115th Street, Overland Park, KS. Some events require an RSVP or enrollment in our programs, so please confirm your spot in advance. Please check directly with JFS on program dates, as dates may change.

 

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December 2020 – January 2021 Dec 2020 – Jan 2021
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Dec
24
Thu
JFS Offices Close 1 pm – Christmas
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Dec 24 all-day
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Categories: Food Pantry
Dec
25
Fri
JFS Offices Closed – Christmas
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Dec 25 all-day
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Categories: Food Pantry
Dec
31
Thu
JFS Offices Close @ 1 PM New Year’s Eve
Tickets
Dec 31 all-day
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Categories: Food Pantry
Jan
1
Fri
JFS Offices Close New Year’s
Tickets
Jan 1 all-day
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Categories: Food Pantry
Jan
6
Wed
JFS Grief and Loss Group
Tickets
Jan 6 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Meets first and third Wednesday

The ongoing support group is for individuals grieving from
the death of a loved one. The group provides an opportunity
to address issues of loss and grief within a Jewish spiritual
context in a warm and confidential environment.

The program is co-facilitated by
Lauren Glass, LCSW and Rabbi Mark Levin

To register for this Support Group contact
Molly McGurk, LCSW – JFS Director of Mental Health Services
phone: 913-327-8298 email: mmcgurk@jfskc.org

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Categories: Counseling and Mental Health
Jan
17
Sun
JFS Monthly Curbside Food Pantry Collection @ The J KC
Tickets
Jan 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Help Feed Hungry Families in KC  

JFS, in partnership with the RabbinicalAssociation of Greater Kansas City and area congregations will hold itsmonthly curbside collection for the Food Pantry from 10 a.m. to noon Sunday,Jan. 17.
 
JFS staff and volunteers will be on hand for curbside drop-off of donations inthe main circle drive of the Jewish Community Campus. COVID-19 safety protocolswill be followed. Nonperishable food and household items are needed,particularly soup, crackers, disinfectant wipes, and facial tissue. 

Our pantry is currently providing food, pet food, and householdsupplies for 900-plus families a month. For moreinformation about the Food Pantry including our COVID-19 relief efforts or togive a monetary donation, visit www.jfskc.org    

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Categories: Food Pantry
Jan
18
Mon
JFS Offices Closed – MLK Day
Tickets
Jan 18 all-day
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Categories: Food Pantry
Jan
20
Wed
JFS Grief and Loss Support
Tickets
Jan 20 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Meets first and third Wednesday

The ongoing support group is for individuals grieving from
the death of a loved one. The group provides an opportunity
to address issues of loss and grief within a Jewish spiritual
context in a warm and confidential environment.

The program is co-facilitated by
Lauren Glass, LCSW and Rabbi Mark Levin

To register for this Support Group contact
Molly McGurk, LCSW – JFS Director of Mental Health Services
phone: 913-327-8298 email: mmcgurk@jfskc.org

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Categories: Counseling and Mental Health
Jan
21
Thu
JFS Virtual LL&L – Brain Fitness
Tickets
Jan 21 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Learn Laugh & Love January 21, 2021 Zoom 1:00-2:00

***Register in advance for this program:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUodeqorj0vE9Z32U2J9TXetAt4DLES_dCk

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Brain Fitness – Keep your brain in tiptop shape as you age!

Be proactive in maintaining and enhancing your cognitive function.
Learn how memory works, specific strategies for remembering, and why it is essential to exercise the body and mind.

Join the Brain fitness workshop and participate in a variety of stimulating activities and brain games throughout the class.

Facilitated by Denise Dias, Family & Consumer Sciences Agent, JOCO K-State Extension
Denise Dias has a BS degree in Home Economics, a MS in Apparel Marketing and a MS of International Business and Leadership. She has been with Kansas Extension since 1996 specializing in housing and indoor environment in addition to nutrition and health. She is passionate about teaching and learning and enjoys sharing her expertise with Johnson County residents.

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Jan
25
Mon
JFS Virtual Happiness Habits
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Jan 25 @ 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 City Mental Health Coalition.

Register Here: 
https://kclibrary.org/library-locations/adults-event/happiness-habits-5? 

Jewish Family Services Mental Health team can provide needed support through its broad-reaching, holistic approach to mental health with the goal of enhancing the well-being of individuals, families, and communities.

JFS provides services to all regardless of faith, age, culture, or lifestyle.
One current effort is Happiness Habits Wellness Series, a free and ongoing program in partnership between JFS, the Kansas City Public Library, and The Greater Kansas City Mental Health Coalition. (Note: The coalition has more than 35 members from across the metro.)

Happiness Habits is a half-hour program taking place at 3 p.m. Mondays via Zoom.
The focus is on how to manage the uncertainty of our daily lives with simple habits fostering happiness regardless of our circumstances. Each half-hour interactive program has a theme; the Nov. 2 pre-election session will focus on compassion, and the Nov. 9 theme will be Happiness and Kindness.

Happiness Habits Topics
Jan. 11: Happiness through Generosity
Jan. 18: MLK: OFFICES CLOSED
Jan. 25: Organization & Happiness
Feb. 1: Happiness through Relationships & Mentoring
Feb. 8: Self-Acceptance for Happiness Habits
Feb. 15: PRESIDENT’S DAY OFFICES CLOSED
Feb. 22: Joyful Movements that bring Happiness
March 1: Happiness & Boundaries
March 8: Traditions that create Happiness
March 15: Media Intakes impact on Happiness
March 22: How Games can create Happiness
March 29: Finding Happiness Outside

The program is open to anyone, but registration is required through the library’s web site.
In addition, JFS has a team of trained therapists and clinicians who can work with all ages and helping guide people through mental health conditions, behavioral health problems, relationship challenges, and aging issues. With the current COVID-19 situation, counselors are able to meet with clients via phone or Zoom. JFS offers a sliding scale with confidential financial assistance available. Whether it is a one-time visit or a need for ongoing support, JFS can help.

For more information, please email navigator@jfskc.org or call (913) 327-8250.  

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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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