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Mission Statement
Jewish Family Service strengthens lives by providing programs and services to help families and individuals of all ages and lifestyles meet the challenges of life.

Since 1943 Jewish Family Service has played a vital role in serving the constantly changing social service needs of individuals, families and their children in Greater Cincinnati. People count on Jewish Family Service every day for support, comfort -- and hope.

What's New at JFS?

Click here to see a 2 minute video about our agency.
Click here to download the February 2008 Family Ties Newsletter pdf

From Tolerance to Acceptance to Celebration:
Our Connections to the GLBTQ Community
Tuesday, May 13, 2008

To increase knowledge, appreciation and respect of the diversity in the Jewish community and toward individuals of the GLBTQ (gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning) community Rabbi David Horowitz will share his experiences as a father and advocate. All are welcome and encouraged to attend this event 7 pm at Wise Temple in Amberley. Free.
More information

Woman to Woman dialogue
Monday, May 19, 2008


Do Jewish women feel pressured to be in or stay in a relationship because it fits Jewish culture's expectations?

Join Rabbis Ruth Alpers of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Ilana Baden of Isaac M. Wise Temple, and Sissy Coran of Rockdale Temple for a multigenerational dialogue about couples' relationships. This event, open to women only, begins with a dessert reception at 6:30 pm and continues with the discussion at 7 pm, Monday May 19 at Wise Temple in Amberley. Free but reservations recommended. More information.

Single Again Support Group
Wednesdays, 7pm -8:30 pm
Jewish Family Service, 11223 Cornell Park Drive, Blue Ash, Ohio
Free
Men and women struggling with the end of a relationship are invited to this support group. Learn ways to improve the quality of life by managing the feelings associated with no longer being part of a couple. To register, contact Shari Goldsmith at (513)766-3395 or sgoldsmith@jfscinti.org

Hunger Walk 5K Run
Monday, May 26, 2008
Join the 5th Annual FreestoreFoodbank Hunger Walk 5K Run. By listing JFS as the agency you wish to support, your entry fee and pledges directly helps Jewish Family Service Food Pantry. Early registration is $15 through May 13, $20 after. Download Registration pdf or register online.

Amy's Answering Machine: Messages from a Jewish Mother
Tuesday, April 29, 2008 
Join us for an evening of hilarity with this nationally acclaimed comedian as she shares how her overprotective mother is more like Motherly Concern on steroids!  These are real messages that even Hollywood writers couldn't imagine. More information
Thank you to Larry Bresko who volunteered to take photos of the evening.

Cincinnati Pesach Delivery Project
Sunday, April 6, 2008
Thank you for making 10th Annual Cincinnati Pesach Delivery Project a success. Full article. List of CPDP sponsors and volunteers

Claudia Black featured speaker at
5th Annual Miriam O. Smith Educational Series
March 9, 2008
Addiction -- whether alcohol, drugs, gambling, and even something that seems harmless such as shopping, computer use, or video games -- by one family member can affect the entire family system. Addiction expert Claudia Black, PhD, will discuss addiction as both a behavioral and substance issue; and addiction's impact on all ages during Straight Talk on Addiction in the Family. Professional credits will be available, and it is also open to the general public. Click here for full information
See follow up story about event.

Golf Clinic and Expo
Sunday, February 24, 2008 Noon-4 pm
Adath Israel Congregation Brotherhood is presenting this fun afternoon with proceeds benefiting Jewish Family Service and Adath Israel Congregation. Golf enthusiasts are sure to enjoy the afternoon filled with contests, demonstrations, testing out the newest equipment, advice from golf pros, and more. For more information and advance tickets, click here.

Personalized Parenting
The February-May Alan R. Mack Parents Center schedule is now online. Now parents will have an opportunity to meet individually with a Jewish Family Service parenting maven to discuss their personal parenting concerns. Parenting classes include Handling Everyday Parenting Challenges, Understanding Your Child, Avoiding Power Struggles, Communication Tips and Tricks, and Active Parenting Now!. Classes for kids include Tummy Time and more; Yello Dyno Safety Program; and Music, Crafts and Storytime. Click here to see the full schedule.


Celebrate with a Mitzvah! Are you planning a Bar/Bat Mitzvah, wedding shower or any other celebration? By renting Centerpiece for Tzedakah gift baskets for your table decorations, you also help Jewish Family Service Food Pantry provide food and personal care items for people in need. More information


Refugee Family Strengthening Program  The Refugee Family Strengthening Program is designed to develop and maintain strong couple and family ties as refugees and asylees experience their first years in the United States. Learn more about the program.


Cincinnati Enquirer and WLW700 focus on food stamp challenge
November 12, 2007
Beth Shwartz's blog following her Food Stamp Challenge found interest in Cincinnati's media. An article by Enquirer reporter Jessica Brown ran in Monday's paper. Read it here. Beth's story also caught the attention of Bill Cunningham who interviewed Beth on WLW700 AM radio. Hear it here at 11-12 Hour 2.

Beth Blogs about Food Stamp Challenge
November 5, 2007
Can you eat a full week of meals on just $21? JFS Executive Director Beth Schwartz has taken the Food Stamp Challenge. See how she is doing it as you follow along with her on her blog.

Healthy Eating Panel Discussion
Thursday, November 1 at Sycamore High School Little Theatre
Unruly eating behaviors can easily lead to psychological and physical health complications. Please join us as a panel of experts discuss What is Your Family's Food Culture?: A Panel Discussion on Healthy Eating Habits 6:30 - 8:30 pm. For parents of elementary through high school children. Teens are encouraged to attend also. $10. See complete details.

Support Groups Offered
November 5, 2007

Update: A new Divorce Support Group is starting November 26.Jewish Family Service is offering three new therapeutic support groups to guide people through major changes in their lives. Topics include divorce, grief and loss, and a mother’s changing role. The groups are facilitated by Shari Goldsmith, MSW. Full Story

Jewish GLBTQ Parent Connections
Jewish parents whose sons or daughters are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or questioning are invited to attend a meeting of Jewish GLBTQ Parent Connections. This group provides an outlet for discussions, questions, stories, support, and education with a professional facilitator and with other Jewish GLBTQ parents.
For further information, contact Linda at 513-766-3318 or lkean@jfscinti.org.

Homeland in Cincinnati Arts Fest October 14, 2007 celebrates the Jewish traditions of Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Republics

JFS holds Annual Meeting July 11, 2007.

Active Communication for Healthy Relationships promotes a couple's respect, joy and intimacy

9th annual Cincinnati Pesach Delivery Project, April 1 2007

Harville Hendrix presented Getting the Love You Want: How to Build, Mend, and Strengthen Relationships at Miriam O. Smith Educational Series March 18, 2007

Hungarian Holocaust restitution application training.

Volunteer visitors enhance healing.

JFS program topic of hearing on the hill. Full Story.




Contact a staff member

11223 Cornell Park Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 45242
Map to Jewish Family Service

Alan R. Mack Parent's Center, Family Life Education, Older Adult Services, Counseling, Resettlement, and Volunteer Programs
Phone 513/469-1188 - Fax 513/469-1195

Adoption Connection
Phone 513/489-1616 - Fax 513/489-4213

Jewish Family Service is accessible for everyone.

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