Art Therapy with other Jewish Agencies in Pittsburgh The following comes to us from JFCS Psychotherapist Kelly Moore: I am new to being a part of the Pittsburgh Jewish Community, and I can say that it has been a warm welcome from many. A part of that welcoming has come…Read More
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JFCS Staff Members Meet With GLO
The following comes to us from JFCS Psychotherapist Kelly Moore: GLO is an organization located in Harrisburg, PA that serves youth and young adult LGBTQ+ of color. GLO originated from the organization SILK, which was implemented here in Pittsburgh. It is GLO’s focus for this population to be provided a…Read More
Pitt Social Work Intern Supports Seniors at JFCS
Marla's Internship with JFCS Senior Services In Allegheny County, seniors age 65 and over make up over 16% of the population, and 39% of them live alone. At JFCS, senior support is at the core of the various social service programs, and through a partnership with AgeWell Pittsburgh and the…Read More
JFCS Statement Supporting Supreme Court Ruling on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Program
JFCS Statement Supporting Supreme Court Ruling on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Program In a 5-4 vote on June 18, 2020, the Supreme Court of the United States rejected President Trump and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) decision to end the DACA program, which provides legal protections and…Read More