counseling – JFS of NEPA

Margolies Charitable Trust – JFS Donor Spotlight

13April2020jfsoflackNewscharitable, community, Community Matters, counseling, Jewish, JFS NEPA, JFSNEPA, Margolies, Mental Health, NEPA, trust

Albert and Ann Margolies were life long residents of Scranton and outstanding humanitarians. Often described as giants in the realm of kindness and understanding, their work touched many lives each day. Al was a Board member and President of Jewish Family Services from 1951-1954. As well as being a prominent man in the insurance industry Al was largely

JFSNEPA Receives Grant from Robert H. Spitz Foundation

27January2020Arthur E LevandoskiAnnouncementscommunity, counseling, funding, Jewish, Jewish Family Service, JFSNEPA, Mental Health, Robert H. Spitz Foundation, Scranton, Scranton Area Foundation, Sheila Nudelman Abdo

Jewish Family Service of Northeastern Pennsylvania was one of the recent recipients of a grant from the Robert H. Spitz Foundation for the 2019 grant cycle. The grant in the amount of $15,000 will assist with General Operating Support for the organization. Grants from the Robert H. Spitz Foundation are administered by the Scranton Area

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

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

My Hero

2February2018jfsoflackNewsadolescents, community, counseling, Don Minkoff, JFSNEPA, Mental Health, Scranton

My hero is my counselor, Don Minkoff. He’s kind, helpful, and really cares about his clients. Everybody he helps is thankful for him. He never forgets what to do to help them, and if he makes a mistake, he’ll admit it very clearly and honestly. He gets me. Don is one of the many counselors

Villa Capri Car Cruisers Present Check for Jewish Family Service Food Pantry

18August2017Arthur E LevandoskiAnnouncementscar club, charity, community, counseling, donation, Jewish, JFS, JFS NEPA, JFSNEPA, Mental Health, Scranton, villa capri

On August 17, 2017 Jewish Family Service of Northeastern Pennsylvania (JFS) received a check from the Villa Capri Car Cruisers for $500.00 in support of the Mae S. Gelb Kosher Food Pantry. Established in 2001 by Mae Gelb’s daughters Bev Klein and Sondra Myers the pantry provides assistance with food and other necessary household items

JFSNEPA Honors Staff and Installs New Officers at Annual Meeting

6July2017Arthur E LevandoskiAnnouncementsAnnual Meeting, community, counseling, family, Jewish, JFS, JFS NEPA, JFSNEPA, Mental Health, NEPA, Scranton, social worker

JFSNEPA prides itself on the continuity and longevity of our staff. Through the experience and knowledge they bring to the job each day it has allowed the agency to thrive and grow throughout the years. Although their years at JFS vary one thing that Anne Boland, Don Minkoff, Maggy Bushwick and Peter Dunford all have

Myers honored at Second Annual Community Matters Event

26May2017Arthur E LevandoskiNews2nd annual, community, counseling, fundraiser, Geisinger, Jewish, JFS, JFS NEPA, Mental Health, Scranton

The Second Annual Community Matters Recognition Event was attended by over 130 people on May 24, 2017 and raised over $36,000 for JFS! The event honored Morey and Sondra Myers for their dedication to the community both locally and globally as well as their contributions to JFS. Former Chief to US Senator Robert P. Casey,

6 Tips for Safe Driving for Seniors

18January2016jfsoflackNewscommunity, counseling, driving, eldercare, family, Jewish, JFS NEPA, JFSNEPA, Older Adult Services, Scranton, senior years, Seniors, social worker, tips

In winter months, driving conditions tend to be more dangerous due to rainy or snowy roads. For seniors, age-related declines in vision, mobility and reaction time can limit driving abilities, making it even more difficult to drive safely on slippery roads. To this end, we have put together 6 tips for safe driving that are

Villa Capri Cruisers Support JFS Food Pantry

13January2016Arthur E LevandoskiAnnouncementscar club, community, counseling, cruisers, JFS NEPA, JFSNEPA, Mental Health, Scranton, villa capri

On January 12, 2015 JFS received a check from the Villa Capri Car Cruisers for $500.00 in support of the Mae S. Gelb Kosher Food Pantry. Established in 2001 by Mae Gelb’s daughters Bev Klein and Sondra Myers the pantry provides assistance with food and other necessary household items to family and individuals during times of