Parenting Post #1
In these uncertain times, when everyone was quickly forced to juggle work from home roles, remote learning responsibilities, heightened anxiety about keeping your family nourished and healthy, on top of personal fear of the unknown landscape of life during coronavirus, parenting challenges have been augmented. We are introducing weekly Parenting Posts which will provide helpful information, skills and support for those in parenting roles – during the global health crisis and beyond. The obstacles faced by someone in the parental role did not begin during coronavirus and will not end with the outbreak, and this weekly blog will provide long lasting skills.
Handling the Holidays in Time of Crisis When You Are Grieving
We are all dealing with grief now—loss of normalcy; loss of connection; fear of economic toll, nervous anticipation of the future. For those in our community who are mourning the loss of a loved one, the grief is intense and even more isolating because we do not have the traditional community supports to provide some sense of stability. What are some tools that can give you the support you need?
Daily Webinar Alert: Impact of COVID-19 on Medical Decision Making
JFCS continues to gather important resources for dealing with the impact of COVID-19. We are...
In-Home Activities for Kids
Looking for inspiration for new activities to share with your family over the coming days? We’re sharing some of our favorites out there!
Practicing Self Care
Right now many of us are feeling overwhelmed, worried and concerned about the uncertainty of the global health scare, and that makes a lot of sense. To help us all navigate though these confusing times, we’re sharing helpful hints to help manage our fears and to remember our hopes.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak and the Fear of the Unknown
Every day we learn more about this virus and its effects and we wonder when it will end. When will life get back to normal, back to our regular routine? The uncertainty will eventually end, but until then, we must learn how to navigate this journey and the stress that it generates.
Have you searched for mindfulness skills to manage anxiety or depression?
Mindfulness can sound like a good idea, in theory, but without knowing a few simple tools, it can be harder to put into practice. We break down the steps to mindfulness practice and habits.
What is a Social Worker? Celebrating Our Staff during Social Work Month
March is Social Worker Month! At JFCS we are lucky to have social workers helping clients across all programs.
JFCS Mobile Food Pantry Delivers to Seniors, Children & Families – Reaches Almost 350 Individuals in First Month
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Greater Mercer County [JFCS] has been out on the road for a full month and served its first clients through the JFCS Mobile Food Pantry and has reached almost 350 individuals through three distribution points. This initiative is gaining local and national recognition for its innovative approach to feeding the hungry.