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A Striking Event

Annual fundraiser to benefit JCFS Chicago. June 25, 2023, 28 Mile Distilling Company

50 Years of Empowering Young People

From its inception, Response for Teens has been serving the diverse needs of teenagers and their families in the Jewish and general communities, helping young people deal with life’s challenges. Here are some highlights of our history through the decades.

What are Pronouns and Why They Matter

Pronouns are words used to talk about someone instead of using that person’s name. These might be he/him, she/her, gender-neutral pronouns such as they/them or ze/zir, or someone might use multiple pronouns interchangeably such as they/she, he/they, or others.  

Mental Health Shabbat Resource Guide

Mental Health Shabbat

Evenings of Support

An archive of Evenings of Support events.

Safer Shabbat Resource Guide

Here are links of resources as a supplement to creating your Shabbat.

Insurance Billing

JCFS Chicago is part of the following insurance networks: BCBS PPO Network, Aetna PPO Network, Humana HMO, Humana PPO Network

Serenity Shabbat Resource Guide

JCFS Chicago is here to support you every step of the way as you develop Serenity Shabbat activities that are specific to your congregation.  Please let us know how we can serve you as you create a thoughtful exploration of addiction and a joyful celebration of recovery.

Serenity Shabbat: In Solidarity with Addiction Recovery

The organized Jewish community has come a long way in acknowledging addiction and supporting those who have struggled.  JCFS Chicago and the Chicago Board of Rabbis invite you to continue this forward momentum. 

Virginia Frank Child Development Center

The Virginia Frank Child Development Center supports young children with emotional and behavioral challenges that may interfere with their success in a traditional preschool or day care setting.

Free Community Education Opportunities for People With Disabilities, Families, and Professionals

Tributes

A thoughtful way to celebrate and honor the ones you love.

In-kind Donations

For many families served by JCFS Chicago, tangible basic needs are out of the financial reach.