Category Archives: Health

Know a Teen? Sign up for CHAMPS Camp!

Posted on May 10, 2012

JFCS is honored to be partnering with the University of Louisville, the Office of Adolescent Health, and the Department of Health and Human Services to host and facilitate CHAMPS Camps in early June. CHAMPS stands for Creating Healthy Adolescents through … Continue reading →

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New: Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group!

Posted on April 5, 2012

Today’s blog article written by our brand-new Volunteer Coordinator, Kim Toebbe! Did you know that it takes three full-time people to care for one person suffering from moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease?  Even those of us who have superhero capes … Continue reading →

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Let JFCS Help You!

Posted on March 30, 2012

JFCS offers a mega-variety of support groups to assist in many different issues people or their loved ones may be dealing with. We’re adding new groups all the time! We have a ton of Caregiver Support groups, at all different … Continue reading →

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Happiness Makes Your Brain Work Better

Posted on March 9, 2012

Today is so sunshiney and gorgeous, it seemed appropriate to share a relevant article on happiness! Written by Jessica Stillman, and originally posted here. Entrepreneurs, in general, are strivers. We set targets, battle to meet them, and believe that getting to … Continue reading →

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Calling All Caregivers!

Posted on February 28, 2012

If you take care of an aging relative, you’re not alone, and we’re here to lend a hand! JFCS and The Temple are collaborating to host a Caregiver Workshop, Thursday, March 15 at 11AM. The workshop will be held at … Continue reading →

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Coming Up: Did You Hear What I Said?!

Posted on February 22, 2012

Are you and your partner speaking different languages? Do you sometimes misconnect in conversations? Join us for the Couples Communication Workshop! Monday, March 26, 2012 • 6—8 PM Right here at JFCS! There’s a cost of $50 per couple. • Enhance your relationship … Continue reading →

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Coping with Winter Blahs and Holiday Stressors

Posted on November 21, 2011

Today’s article written by Shelley Kahn, Volunteer Coordinator It can happen to us all! The holidays can be a time of great joy and celebration, but often, for many, this time of year can be filled with stress, disappointments, financial … Continue reading →

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Diabetes Support Group Changes

Posted on November 3, 2011

Take note: beginning on November 21, the JFCS Diabetes Support Group is moving to 2 o’clock! Eloise Campbell, coordinator for the Diabetes Center of Southern Indiana at Clark Memorial, will be joining the Diabetes Support Group that very same day. … Continue reading →

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Friday Fall Updates!

Posted on September 16, 2011

JFCS has a great lineup for the second half of September, taking you into the cooler fall season. Coming up: -The Jewish Women in Recovery Group will have a meditation this Sunday (Sept. 18), open to all Jewish women who … Continue reading →

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JFCS Now Offering Wheelchair-Accessible Transport

Posted on August 11, 2011

Today’s article written by Shelley Kahn, Volunteer Coordinator. JFCS has now obtained a vehicle designed to transport people who need wheelchair transportation. A round trip fee is just $15.00. A one-time only program assessment fee is $50.00. This service may … Continue reading →

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