Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can leave family members feeling overwhelmed, isolated and unsure where to turn. JFS Richmond’s F.A.M.I.L.I.E.S. program is designed to make sure caregivers don’t have to navigate that journey alone. Chris Nufer, a Licensed Professional Counselor with JFS Richmond, has delivered the F.A.M.I.L.I.E.S. program for 10 […]

When an aging loved one begins to need more support, families often find themselves navigating medical care, finances, home needs and difficult decisions all at once. But families do not have to wait until a crisis happens to ask for help. JFS Richmond’s Care Management team can help families plan ahead and put support in […]

For Matt Adkins, becoming a counselor was a career change rooted in a desire to help people and create meaningful connections. Now, as the newest counselor at JFS Richmond, Matt is bringing a unique background and perspective to his work with clients. Originally from Kentucky, Matt has called Richmond home for the past 25 years. […]

For Andrew Talkov and his wife Sara, the choice to move his elderly parents from Massachusetts to Richmond in 2020 was a decision born out of deep love and mutual necessity. Andrew’s parents were facing a shifting reality. Andrew’s mother Joan was diagnosed with kidney disease in 2019 and put on home dialysis, and soon […]

At almost 86 years old, Elisabeth Wray has no intention of slowing down. Whether she is teaching history part-time at the University of Richmond or writing her latest children’s history book, Elisabeth’s life is active, purposeful and deeply rooted in her own home. To help her maintain this cherished independence, Elisabeth relies on JFS Home […]

Caring for an aging parent or loved one is never easy, and it can be even more challenging when you live hours away. Many families find themselves balancing careers, children and their own responsibilities while trying to ensure a loved one in the Richmond area is safe, healthy and supported. Long-distance caregiving often involves coordinating […]

When Daylon McCarty and her husband, Bill McCarty, arrived at Hermitage Richmond six years ago, the transition was not easy. Bill’s changing health needs meant they needed more support, and Daylon came because, as her family gently put it, he would not come without her. At first, she remembers feeling as if she had been […]

When Liudmyla and her two children fled Kiev, they never thought the war in Ukraine would last this long. What began as an urgent search for safety has turned into a long-term relocation to the United States, bringing with it the daunting task of building a new life from scratch. Fortunately, for Liudmyla and her […]

A new accessible ramp, a shower chair and even a crockpot may seem like simple solutions, but for 91-year-old Doris Ellis, they have made all the difference in helping her remain independent at home. Doris recently graduated from the CAPABLE program, a partnership between JFS Richmond and Beth Sholom, that helps older adults age safely […]

As summer arrives, many people look forward to vacations, family gatherings and outdoor activities. Yet for many older adults, the season can bring an unexpected challenge: increased loneliness and isolation. While loneliness can affect seniors throughout the year, summer often presents unique challenges that can leave some older adults feeling disconnected from family, friends and […]