Three-part parenting workshop: proven strategies and insight on how to motivate children to cooperate and connect without drama, meltdowns and power struggles. Read more.
Featured Blog
Agency News
Harvesters’ Agency of the Year Award
We are proud to share JFS has been selected as the 2018 Agency of the Year by Harvesters. The award recognizes just one of Harvesters’ 650+ affiliates for exceptional effort to end hunger!
NAMI Basics Course
NAMI Basics is a free, six-session program for parents and family caregivers of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral difficulties. Thursdays, Sept. 13 – Oct. 18 at Church of the Resurrection. Read more.
Career Skills and Connections
Workplace Culture
Make a culture fit assessment by clarifying your purpose & principles, understand the core culture of each prospective workplace, then, decide whether the workplace is right for you.
CSC Free Resume Review!
This summer, CSC will schedule free 30-minute resume review sessions for new clients. Schedule your free consultation by contacting Cari Boasberg, CSC Program Manager: cboasberg@jfskc.org, Read More.
CSC Job Search Strategies
In this class, along with many of the other classes offered weekly at CSC, you can learn valuable skills to help you find the job of your dreams.
Chaplaincy
Gathering for Spiritual Peace and Wholeness
Join this expressive and supportive gathering of song, prayer, and personal reflection. Start the new year with hope and renewed purpose. August 23 at The Heritage Center. Read more.
Gathering for Spiritual Peace and Wholeness
A service of spiritual self-care to anchor you in community and tradition as you prepare for Passover. March 8, 6:30pm at Village Shalom. More information here.
Giving the Gift of Oneself
“Thanks to each of these volunteers, the care and support of our Jewish community is felt by numerous people on a weekly basis,” Rabbi Jonathan Rudnick.
Counseling & Mental Health
NAMI Basics Course
NAMI Basics is a free, six-session program for parents and family caregivers of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral difficulties. Thursdays, Sept. 13 – Oct. 18 at Church of the Resurrection. Read more.
Intergenerational Learning
Unfortunately, our fast-paced world does not always promote meaningful relationships between older adults and children, but the benefits are real.
People who need People
“I was touched by Brene Brown’s article – in our work as care managers, we keep the idea that each and every person has a story close to our hearts.”
Family Life Education
Listen Up! How to be a Positive Parent
Three-part parenting workshop: proven strategies and insight on how to motivate children to cooperate and connect without drama, meltdowns and power struggles. Read more.
NAMI Basics Course
NAMI Basics is a free, six-session program for parents and family caregivers of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral difficulties. Thursdays, Sept. 13 – Oct. 18 at Church of the Resurrection. Read more.
Intergenerational Learning
Unfortunately, our fast-paced world does not always promote meaningful relationships between older adults and children, but the benefits are real.
Food, Shelter, and Employment
Harvesters’ Agency of the Year Award
We are proud to share JFS has been selected as the 2018 Agency of the Year by Harvesters. The award recognizes just one of Harvesters’ 650+ affiliates for exceptional effort to end hunger!
Master Gardeners Indeed!
They have shared over 600 pounds of fresh produce which include: zucchini, beets, onions, potatoes, okra, kale, cucumbers, tomatoes, tomatillos, and a variety of herbs.
AmeriCorps Vista
Having a dedicated AmeriCorps Vista volunteer means that we are able to make a bigger impact for the community.
Older Adult Services
Kosher Joking – What does the Torah have to say about humor?
Join Rabbi Katz to explore the great tradition of joking in Judaism’s earliest texts. Find out – and maybe laugh a little along the way! July 19, 1pm at The J. Learn more.
Seniors and Hunger
Food insecurity, one part of the hunger picture, is when people do not have access to either any food or to high quality nutritious food.
Meet Our Care Management Interns
“JFS is positioning me beautifully for the future, with the broad experience I am getting here, and I am greatly appreciative of the opportunity provided.”
Volunteer Spotlight Stories
AmeriCorps Vista
Having a dedicated AmeriCorps Vista volunteer means that we are able to make a bigger impact for the community.
Expanding Our Role in the JFS Food Pantry
VISTA members bring their passion and perseverance where the need is greatest: to organizations that help eradicate poverty.
Making a Difference with JET Express
“Volunteering has been one of the most gratifying things I have ever done.”
