Clik here to view.
My Journey
My Journey By Herta Weinstein Winter: Kindertransport Feb 22-24, 1939 The train was full of children, one adult woman per car. We traveled all day and part of the next night up the long Rhine Valley to...
View ArticleWelcome to our New Board Officers
It is with immense pleasure and excitement that we extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to our new Board Officers as well as a new board member! As we embark on the next chapter in the journey of our...
View ArticleClik here to view.
From a Charmed Life
From A Charmed Life by Marika Somogyi Something magical happened. I woke up to something I thought was an apparition. At the foot of my bed stood an angel in a gray cloak, her face partly hidden under...
View ArticleHigh Holy Days
The post High Holy Days appeared first on Jewish Family & Community Services East Bay.
View ArticleClik here to view.
Trauma Support Resources
As we move through the shock of the massacres in Israel this weekend and the onset of war, JFCS East Bay is here for you. For all in our community impacted by the trauma of this moment, we encourage...
View ArticleThe Treasure
The Treasureby Paula TorlyCelebrations of any kind were put on hold as Papa struggled to find a way out of Vienna for the family in 1937. Birthdays came and went without ceremony or observation. It...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Welcome Allyson Holmes-Knight
We are thrilled to introduce you to our new Senior Director of Clinical Services, Allyson Holmes-Knight, PhD! With immense pride, we welcome Allyson to our team, a highly regarded Licensed Clinical...
View ArticleHolding Our Community; Holding Ourselves
Supporting and uniting our community—and holding ourselves and those we love December 05, 2023 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ZOOM COST: Free Jewish Family & Community Services East Bay is here to support our...
View ArticleMy Arrival in America by Laszlo Somogyi
My Arrival in America by Laszlo Somogyi Marika and I arrived by a refugee transport airplane from Vienna, Austria on April 5, 1957. Our first air travel took over a full day, requiring two refueling...
View ArticleOne Story About Courageous People
/*! elementor - v3.17.0 - 08-11-2023 */ .elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Message from Robin – March 2024
Last week, a friend sent me this meme for the Jewish holiday of Purim. This image evokes the WWII era Rosie the Riveter campaign to address wartime labor shortages and celebrates the heroine Queen...
View ArticleApril Newsletter
I had the extreme pleasure of getting to hear Rabbi Sharon Brous from the Jewish community of IKAR in Los Angeles talk about her book, The Amen Effect. One particular story she shared from her book...
View ArticleStaff Profile: Karen Lottman
Karen Lottman is a licensed clinical social worker, (LCSW) and the cornerstone of our community, having dedicated over 18 years to the JFCS East Bay team. Her journey began as a psychotherapist, where...
View ArticleMessage from Leadership – May Newsletter
At this year’s Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies annual conference held in early May, staff and board members of diverse faiths, identities, and lived experiences from Jewish Family Service...
View ArticleBoard Member Spotlight: Janis Burger
As Chair of the Program Committee at JFCS East Bay, I’ve been privileged to witness our organization’s dedicated efforts to integrate mental health services into all aspects of our programs. Our...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Community Leader Profile – David Haubert
Champion for Refugee Support: Alameda County Supervisor for District 1 In Alameda County, few public servants exemplify dedication to community welfare like David Haubert, the Supervisor for District...
View ArticleClient Success Story – Elyas
Elyas, originally from Iran, embarked on a courageous journey that led them to seek refuge in California. Along the way, they faced numerous challenges, but through perseverance and the support of...
View ArticleProgram Feature: Chaverim Jewish Community Care
At JFCS East Bay, we believe in fostering connection and creating enriching opportunities for all members of our community. Our Chaverim program exemplifies this commitment by providing social and...
View ArticleStaff Profile: Gennady Mikityansky
Staff Profile: Gennady Mikityansky, Bilingual Social Worker, Adult Services At JFCS East Bay, we are fortunate to have a team of dedicated and passionate individuals who go above and beyond to support...
View ArticleCommunity Leader Profile: Sarah-Dawn Smith
In honor of Disability Pride Month, we celebrate the remarkable individuals who embody the spirit of empowerment and inclusivity within our community. This month, we shine a spotlight on Sarah-Dawn...
View Article