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Helping Seniors During the Holiday Season

9December2019jfsoflackNews

In my line of work I am always helping seniors, it’s why I know that it is often this joyous time of year that is the hardest for many. In the coming months many religions and cultures celebrate holidays. Magazines, social media and TV advertisements start their yearly campaigns of announcing the upcoming holidays showing

JFSNEPA Receives $22,660 Check from Glen Oak Ladies Golf Association

3October2019Arthur E LevandoskiAnnouncements

The Glen Oak Ladies Golf Association presented JFS with a check for $22,660 from their Annual Golf Tournament held at Glen Oak Country Club on August 13, 2019. Each year the ladies choose a local non-profit organization to receive the proceeds of the event which includes a round of golf and a luncheon at Glen

Mental Health in the Workplace, it’s Time to Make it a Priority.

27September2019jfsoflackNews

Mental Health in the workplace is a real thing, the question is how will you handle it? Mental health disorders are among the most burdensome health concerns in the United States. Many people with mental health disorders also need care for other physical health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, respiratory illness, and disorders that affect muscles,

Why I’m including JFS in my Will, and Why You Should Too.

26September2019jfsoflackNewscommunity, counseling, donation, gift, Jewish, JFS NEPA, JFSNEPA, legacy, NEPA, planned giving, Scranton, will

By James Ellenbogen As someone who has donated to organizations like Jewish Family Service for as long as I can remember I have always been proud to support the good work they do. Each year I’m investing in the people and the programs that support the community I live in. My history with JFS started

Mae S Gelb Kosher Food Pantry: Community Providing for Community

19July2019jfsoflackNews

The Mae S Gelb Kosher Food Pantry, established in January 2001, was developed to assist families and/or individuals who are suffering financial setbacks, many due to physical, emotional or other limitations. This may also include the elderly who may be isolated and living on a limited income, unemployed adults in need of interim assistance and

Robert H. Spitz Foundation Grant Awarded to JFSNEPA

24June2019Arthur E LevandoskiAnnouncementscommunity, counseling, Jewish, JFS, JFS NEPA, JFSNEPA, NEPA, Robert H. Spitz Foundation

Jewish Family Service of Northeastern Pennsylvania was one of the recent recipients of a grant from the Robert H. Spitz Foundation for the 2018 grant cycle. The grant in the amount of $10,000 will assist with General Operating Support for the organization. Grants from the Robert H. Spitz Foundation are administered by the Scranton Area

New Year, New You, No Way!

16January2019jfsoflackNews

Happy New Year! The calendar has once again turned over to a brand new year and that has everyone thinking, new ME! New Year, New You, Right? January is that special time of year when product advertising reminds us that another year has passed and you’re still imperfect. You’re too fat, you’re too poor and

What Does it Mean to be Emotionally Strong?

7August2018jfsoflackNews

I have heard it said many times when people discuss being emotionally strong, “I can’t cry”, “I have to be strong”, “I have to do this by myself” Or “I have to “man-up.” While reflecting on the idea of being “strong”. In the movie the Wizard of Oz the Lion was called cowardly due to

Volunteering and How Doing Good is Good for You

2July2018jfsoflackNews

Volunteering and Community Impact One of the better known benefits of volunteering is the impact on the community. Unpaid volunteers are often the glue that holds a community together. According to the Cooperation for National and Community Service about 64.5 million Americans, or 26.5 percent of the adult population gave 7.9 billion hours of volunteer

Enjoying Change

2April2018jfsoflackNews

“Anything that involves a change creates a transition.” Life changes, or transitions, are a natural part of life and can occur with or without our knowledge. Changes can be planned such as getting married, having children, buying or selling a home, and divorce or retirement. Life changes can occur with out being expected such as