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Sara's Story
When Sara entered 6th grade her grades plummeted and she became reluctant to go to school, Sara's parents sought help from JCFS. Psychological testing revealed a learning disorder and intense anxiety. JCFS psychologists recommended targeted strategies at home and at school and Sara is now enjoying academic and social success.
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JCFS to Target Jewish Tween Girls with New Planning Grant from Jewish Women’s Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
Jewish Women’s Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago (JWF) approved a new $20,000 grant to Jewish Child & Family Services (JCFS) to develop a community response to the needs of Jewish pre-teen girls. With this program, “BeTween: A Jewish Community Planning Initiative,” JCFS will spearhead a community response addressing the needs of Jewish girls, during one of the most critical and vulnerable times of their development.