Posted 7 days ago
By Mindy Teele • JFCS Engagement Coordinator
Passover reminds us of the power of community, and through the JFCS Hag Sameach program, we see that power come to life in meaningful ways across the Twin Cities.[...] Posted 7 days ago
Every spring, we take a moment to pause and celebrate our amazing volunteers. April is Global Volunteer Month and next week (April 19-25) is National Volunteer Week, we want to give a special thanks to our volunt[...] Posted 7 days ago
By Angela Cowan • Counseling Program Manager
Over the past six months, the Counseling team at Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minnesota has added some new faces to the team. In September, we welcom[...] Posted 1 week ago
By Tara Burns, LPCC • JFCS Therapist
Nature-based Therapy is an approach to counseling that brings therapy outdoors, combining conversation, gentle movement, and time in nature. Rather than meeting only in a[...] Posted 1 week ago
No one wants to reinforce their child’s fear of monsters under the bed, but we do want them to feel heard and supported. How do we thread that needle? This month’s question tackles how parents can support the[...] Posted 2 weeks ago
What can you tell us about yourself and your background?
I grew up in Edina – very close to a golf course, which is a big reason why that’s my favorite sport. I went to the University of Minnesota and then[...] Posted 4 weeks ago
By Jill Kozberg • JFCS Mental Health and Senior Services Director
For over 100 years, we’ve been very fortunate to have many social workers on our staff at JFCS. We are honored every day to work side-by-si[...] Posted 1 month ago
Summer camp can be an exciting experience, full of new opportunities, new friendships, and new skills. Parents sending their child to summer camp for the first time may find themselves wonderi[...] Posted 1 month ago
As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, more people are getting outside—walking, reconnecting with neighbors they haven’t seen all winter, and rediscovering the power of connection.
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By Kelsey Slovut-Einertson • Food Security Coordinator
In 2025, 20% of households in Minnesota relied on the emergency food system to access the food they need. Food shelf usage in Minnesota has been increas[...] 