Jewish Family Services Richmond
Care. Counseling. Adoption.
For more than 167 years, JFS Richmond has provided exceptional guidance and support to individuals and families of all ages, faiths and income levels, taking great pride in helping to change lives in productive and positive ways. JFS believes everyone is entitled to services that enrich their life and help their overall well-being. JFS is […]
JFS Richmond is pleased to announce Dr. Jay White has joined the organization as Director of Advancement. “Jay brings a wealth of experience in fundraising, marketing and community development. He is a passionate advocate for the aging population and a respected educator, publisher and presenter on the topic in Richmond. We are excited he is […]
For more than 165 years, JFS Richmond (Jewish Family Services) has provided exceptional guidance and support to individuals and families of all ages, faiths and income levels. Despite this longevity,many are unaware of the full range of quality services this respected nonprofit organization provides. “That’s precisely why a rebrand was in order,” said newly-appointed Chief […]
Through the years, 165 to be exact, JFS has transformed the lives of individuals and families and strengthened the Richmond community by providing the best options in care, counseling and adoption. The Home Care program, encompassed under JFS Care Services, enables impoverished seniors to remain living safely, independently, and comfortably in their own homes, not […]
From ConnectVA: Tell us about yourself. My name is Wendy Kreuter, and I joined Jewish Family Services (JFS) as the Chief Executive Officer in September 2016. I have twenty years of experience in management at Schwarzschild Jewelers and served for thirteen years at The Faison Center as Vice President of Operations and Finance. What’s the […]
Draw Back the Curtain is a project that has taken a journey of its own, in preserving the history of the brave Jewish families who emigrated from the Former Soviet Union to Richmond in the 1990’s. The film was a collaborative effort between University of Richmond Hillel students and JFS. The feature-length film is a […]
August 1, 2016 – EnRich for Life @ The Weinstein JCC The Weinstein JCC and Jewish Family Services have teamed up to create two new and innovative programs designed to provide older adults with a monthly activity that enlightens and engages. After the educational Food for Thought speaker series, seniors can spend an afternoon at […]
“Making Mealtime Pleasant: Creating a Pleasant Atmosphere” By Lisa Davey, RN, MS Enjoying a meal is more than the taste of the food we eat. Historically humans worked together to gather and hunt for food. They relied on each other to get the food and then shared their meal. While we may not have to […]
Meal planning should include the types and amounts of food to meet the nutritional needs of the client. How many calories do older adults need? A woman over 50 who is: Not physically active needs about 1600 calories a day A man over 50 who is: Not physically active needs about 2000 calories a day […]
10 Reasons for Loss of Appetite Lack of Exercise: Regular activity can boost a person’s appetite. Dehydration: This can be brought on by age related changes, medications or lack of interest, but dehydration can lead to dangerous conditions impeding a person’s ability to function appropriately. Lack of Routine: Eating around the same time each day helps […]
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Jewish Family Services • 6718 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23226
Phone 804.282.5644 • Main Fax 804.285.0006 • Counseling Fax 804.673.2061 • information@jfsrichmond.org
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JFS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. © JFS Richmond. All Rights Reserved.
