Lillian O. Seligman’s Legacy
Impacting those she never met “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” […]
L’ Shanah Tovah – to a good and sweet year ahead!
A special message from JFCS C.E.O. Dr. David Finke Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the Jewish High Holy Days, a period of self-examination and spiritual growth. It is a […]
JFCS helps clients ‘Navigate’ new careers
This article appeared in El Kentubano and the Jewish Louisville Community newspapers It’s 10:05 a.m. on a Tuesday and Lok Chhetri is sitting down with his first client of the day. The client, an […]
Addictions Program Reflects our Dedication to the Evolving Needs of the Community
Addiction is a widespread problem affecting millions of people across the country. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, approximately 40.3 million Americans aged 12 and older […]
Serving seniors is a moral obligation
We find ourselves in a unique era in the ever-evolving human experience. The world’s aging population is now larger and more vibrant than ever before. Over the past 100 years, […]
Mental Health Awareness Happens Every Day at JFCS
May is widely recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to creating a more open dialogue about the importance of mental well-being and eradicating the stigma associated with […]
Supporting Transgender Youth: Support Group for Parents and Caregivers of Transgender Youth
You are welcome here. Your family is loved here. At Jewish Family and Career Services one of our core values is Kehilah (Community) which means connections that strengthen individuals and […]
A Time of Reflection-Valecia Quinn, JFCS Navigate Director
This week we are highlighting JFCS Staff and Board of Directors and what Black History Month means to them. See below for our first highlight. For myself, Black History Month […]
Celebrating Black History Month at JFCS
JFCS CEO, David Finke, Ph.D. talks about what Black History Month means to him: Black History Month, to me, is the opportunity it provides me personally and professionally as the […]
“Home and Belonging”-Holocaust Remembrance Day 2023
“First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a socialist.Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out—because I […]
JFCS & NCJW: Partnering to Serve Our Community
JFCS provides social services to all in Greater Louisville and what really sets us apart is our holistic approach to meeting the needs of everyone we serve. Everyone faces their […]
Remembering the life of Henry Berg-Brousseau
JFCS sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Henry Spilman Berg-Brousseau. As Henry’s mother, Karen Berg, said in her statement, “The vitriol against trans people is not […]
Holiday Stress and How to Cope
Rising Stress Levels This is the time of year for giving, gatherings, holiday celebrations, and – inevitably – stress. Americans report anticipating more stress this holiday season than last year, […]
Announcing the 2023 JFCS MOSAIC Awards Honorees
Jewish Family & Career Services proudly announces the five outstanding individuals who will be honored at the 2023 JFCS MOSAIC Awards. “The JFCS MOSAIC Awards are all about honoring Louisville’s […]
New JFCS Program Helps Senior Crime Victims
JFCS Crime Victim Services One of the Jewish values that guide our work at JFCS is Kavod: respect for the undeniable humanity of each person. We serve individuals of all […]
Q&A with Mike Fine
It’s telling that when approaching Mike Fine, President of the JFCS Board of Directors, for an interview, his response was, “Anything for JFCS.” Mike’s dedication to our organization is palpable […]