JFCS - The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services

https://lnkd.in/dS_JwyNC The extension of the Jacksonville Eviction Diversion Program is a HUGE WIN for Duval county dwellers! Through this program, our JFCS Court Eviction case managers help families navigate the complex eviction court process. We provide efficient, affordable ways to avoid eviction and access critical JFCS and community resources. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/dmAbNpQ2. #904 #904jax #duval #jfcsjax #homeless #homelesslivesmatter #unhoused #communitysupport #eviction #jaxhomes

We would like to thank the Red Coats, a dedicated group of volunteers from THE PLAYERS Championship, who came out to our Backpack Bonanza last week. They prepared 365 backpacks full of school supplies for the children we serve and, along with their generous donation which purchased the supplies, they made this year's effort the largest and most successful yet! Pictured (L to R): Donna O'Steen (JFCS), Luke Pritchett (PLAYERS), Susie Menaged (JFCS), Hamilton Neal (PLAYERS), Marjori,e Dennis (PLAYERS), Colleen Rodriguez (JFCS), Lee Smith (PLAYERS), Adam Campbell (PLAYERS), Lad Daniels (PLAYERS), Brittany Palmer, (PLAYERS), Chelsea Walter (PLAYERS), and Sarah Gordon (JFCS)

Tune in this Sunday at 9 a.m. on WJXT- News4Jax for an insightful look at the state of mental health in Northeast Florida, featuring JFCS CEO Colleen Rodriguez. In 2014, a comprehensive report identified issues in our community's approach to mental health care, highlighting stigma, lack of professionals, and underfunding. Now, on the 10th anniversary of the report, join us on WJXT TV-4’s This Week in Jacksonville with Kent Justice to explore what's changed. Featuring Dr. Christine Cauffield from LSF Health Systems, Lynn Sherman from The City of Jacksonville, and Colleen Rodriguez of The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services.

Check out this spotlight on our Achievers For Life (AFL) program on WJXT- News4Jax's Morning Show! Matt Birt, Director of AFL, discusses test-taking tips and how we provide students with specialized support services, so they have the resources needed to tackle exam season and thrive academically.

We are excited to announce the Jacksonville Eviction Diversion Collaborative: a game-changing partnership between the City of Jacksonville, United Way of Northeast Florida, Duval County Court System, Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc., and JFCS - The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services. This program offers timely rental and utility assistance, along with vital case management support, to help families remain housed and navigate eviction court proceedings efficiently. Identified cases are fast-tracked so that families can be connected to critical JFCS and community resources to help avoid eviction and keep families together. Thank you to everyone involved for their dedication and support. Together, we're making a real difference in the lives of our community members. For more information, please visit the following link: https://lnkd.in/ee5zvEmt

🥫 JOIN US IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE! 🥫 Are you interested in lending a helping hand to those in need? We've got a wonderful opportunity for you and your business or group to make a positive impact on our community! Join JFCS and the Block Family in our fight against hunger in Jacksonville by hosting a food drive! All non-perishable goods donated to the Max Block Food Pantry between now and April 19 will be generously matched at $5.00 a can by the Block Family. Suggested items to collect in your food drive include: Peanut Butter, Jelly, Soup, Box Mac & Cheese, Pasta, Spaghetti Sauce, Beanie Weenies, Spaghettio’s, Chef Boy-R-Dee Ravioli, Canned Fruit, Canned Veggies, Instant Mashed Potatoes, Canned Chicken, Canned Tuna, Canned Salmon, Rice, Cereal, Ramen Noodles (Cup of Soup) For more details, feel free to contact Sarah Gordon at sgordon@jfcsjax.org or (904) 394-5800. Together, We CAN Make a Difference!

To find out more about the impactful resources JFCS offers through its Holocaust Education Program, and to learn about how we’re making a difference, watch the WJXT interview with Melissa Williams below. Please feel free to share the link with friends to help us spread the word to the entire community. The more people we can reach, the better. To learn more about our resources, visit www.resisthatejax.com

BIG cheers for Elinor Snow, Cecilia Cristol, and Jeanne Sandberg! These incredible ladies have devoted over six years to volunteering at JFCS, primarily in our Max Block Food Pantry. Their dedication and kindness make our community so much brighter. Thank you Elinor, Cecilia, and Jeanne – we couldn't do what we do without our volunteers.

A HUGE thank you to Rubix Foods for collecting non-perishable food for the Max Block Food Pantry! The Max Block Food Pantry at JFCS is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. to the entire community.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently donated funds to JFCS which will allow us to directly address the range of needs of families in crisis and help them achieve housing stability. We estimate this funding will provide assistance to more than 80 households over the next year, and the flexibility of the funding will allow us to "meet people where they are." We applaud The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' commitment to supporting local non-profit organizations with interfaith efforts in order to achieve the greatest good, and thank them for this generous and impactful gift! (L-R) Susie Menaged, Director of Development, The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services; Stephen Heywood, President, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Florida Jacksonville East Stake; Colleen L. Rodriguez, CEO, The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services; and Marilyn Darius, Financial Assistance / Food Pantry Supervisor, JFCS Max Block Food Pantry.