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Family Life Education

Strengthening families and community.

FAMILY is ouHappiness grandmother and grandchild in the park. Seriesr middle name. Our programs strengthen families and support individuals throughout all of life’s ages and stages. Whether you’re a new parent, teen, or an adult child of an aging parent, we are here to support you on your journey.

Our programs serve:

Children and Families

JFS provides counseling, educational workshops, and parent education to help families succeed. JFS staff work with children, parents, caregivers, educators and school faculty. Learn more.

Teens

Teen programming provides useful, relevant and current information on the big topics youth face today. We employ preventive education, individual counseling, and peer support groups to reach teens. Learn more.

Older Adults

Older Adult programs are aimed at helping our seniors navigate the later years in life with dignity and as much independence as possible. An important aspect of support is the individualized guidance, resources and referrals tailored to you and your family. Learn more.

Counseling

Professional, licensed social workers and therapists provide confidential counseling for children, families, couples and adults. In-home counseling is available for homebound seniors. Learn more.

who attends our Programs?

Many FLE programs are open to the entire community and appropriate for all faith and cultural backgrounds. Others are have a uniquely Jewish perspective with ties to Jewish values, culture and religion, and will be noted as such.

Family Life Upcoming Events

Jan
21
Thu
1:00 pm JFS Virtual LL&L – Brain Fitness
JFS Virtual LL&L – Brain Fitness
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[...]
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[...]
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Recently in Family Life Education

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.

Learn Laugh & Love Brain Fitness

This joint program on Thursday, Jan. 21, with The J KC will discuss ways to keep your brain in tiptop shape as you age!

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