JFCS: Centuries of Pioneering
JFCS published the “Centuries of Pioneering” book in 2010. It tells the story of the Jewish people in the Bay Area and their work to help others since 1850.
Order Your Book Today! $49.95 plus sales tax and shipping. Call 415-449-1256 to order.
The year 1850 is significant for the Bay Area. California became a state, San Francisco was incorporated, and one of the oldest social service agencies in the country—now known as Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin, and Sonoma Counties (JFCS)—was established by a group of Bavarian Jews who had immigrated to San… Read More
YouthFirst San Francisco Career Night
Teens get a chance to hear a variety of successful professionals speak about their unique career journeys, followed by a structured Q&A. For more information, click on the location.
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Parents Place Family Fun Day
Bounce around in the toddler fun zone, rock out to live music, and sample delicious treats. Meet our team of parenting experts, engage in games and activities provided by our community partners, and drop into one of our mini-workshops on everything from mindfulness to tantrums while your children enjoy our playroom.… Read More
The Who, What, and Why of Estate Planning and Fiduciary Services
How to Protect Your Tomorrow, Today
Learn about the importance of estate planning, assuring the well-being of your financial future and how fiduciary services can help you manage your money and healthcare needs safely, wisely, and with a plan for the future.… Read More
Peninsula Private Elementary School Fair
The 10th Annual Private Elementary School Fair is a unique opportunity to engage with more than 30 schools located on the Peninsula.… Read More
Building Resiliency in Young People: A Trauma-Sensitive Approach
Join JFCS’ Child Training Institute (CTI) for this educational seminar for professionals that will focus on the importance of healthy, healing connections and strategies that restore control to young people from whom it may have been taken away.
Upon completion of this training participants will be able to:
Describe the effects that childhood trauma has on the body, brain, and behavior.
Explain the basics of trauma sensitive care, including the critical importance of well-boundaried connection and giving. youth the experience of having control over their decisions.
Recite and describe the Seven C’s model of positive youth development and resilience
Critique… Read More