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Grief can be incredibly lonely. But something powerful happens when you’re in a room with others who truly get it. That’s what I’ve seen during my time as an intern at JCFS Chicago: the power of connection in grief support groups.

The Jewish community has come a long way in acknowledging addiction, supporting those who have struggled and uplifting those in recovery. JCFS Chicago and the Chicago Board of Rabbis invite you to continue this forward momentum during a special Shabbat.

JCFS Chicago received an AARP Foundation grant in February to help fund job training for individuals over 50 through Project EM.

When I first started teaching health education to young people I thought I was simply stepping into a classroom to inform and empower. What I didn’t expect was how deeply this experience would transform me, both professionally and personally.

Weekly interactions with a new furry friend have brought comfort, emotional support and motivation to elementary-aged students at Knapp School & Yeshiva.

When HIAS Immigration & Citizenship Director Shannon Ericson wanted to provide her staff with specific training, she turned to her JCFS Chicago colleagues in the Jewish Community Services program.

During Mental Health Awareness Month in May, we reflect on the impact that open, honest conversations can have on breaking down barriers and bridging the gap of understanding mental health for those in our community.

One of the most impactful school partnerships at Response for Teens is with Rochelle Zell Jewish High School (RZJHS). Volunteers from Paws for Patrick visited RZJHS on March 31, bringing two emotional support dogs to the Wellness Club.

Residents of the integrated community living homes supported by JCFS have benefited from some four-legged visitors in recent weeks.

Being an askable parent means creating a safe space where your child feels comfortable asking any question, knowing they’ll be met with honesty and understanding. Just as we tailor our responses at the Passover Seder, we must also adapt how we talk to our children — especially about important topics like body safety, boundaries, and growing up.