JFS Updates

Thank you to our first quarter grant donors who help make the family of services JFS provides possible.

Suicide Prevention Month: How to Identify and Support Someone at Risk
As the school year approaches, many parents find themselves juggling a mix of emotions—excitement for a new beginning, anxiety about how their children will adjust, and perhaps a little bit of relief at the return of routine.

Rosh Hashanah Apple Hand Pies
Try this versatile sweet & crunchy Apples & Honey treat this Rosh Hashanah or year-round.
You can bake it, fry it, make it Parve or Dairy, and even swap the apples for your favorite seasonal fruit.

Noodles & Cheese
With the school year starting, this easy ooey-gooey cheesy dish is a go-to favorite for parents & kids.
This simple 5-ingredient recipe is a staple in many households throughout the decades, with each family putting their own spin on it. You can add a vegetable or salad to make sure you get the healthy stuff too.

Limonana
Limonana (pronounced Lee-Moe-Nana) is a combination of lemonade & fresh mint blended with ice.
This simple refreshing summer treat and Israeli summer tradition was made famous by an Israeli cafe in the early 90’s.
With the summer heat bearing down on us, why not try this at home?

Embracing Patience in an On-Demand Culture:
In today’s on-demand culture, where technology grants instant access to nearly everything, patience seems to be a rare yet fundamental trait whether it be at home, at work, or in the car. The expectation for immediate results often seeps into our personal interactions, leading to frustration and strained relationships.
With our fast-paced world, it’s essential to remember that people are not machines. They have their own lives, challenges, and pace. Patience, acceptance, and grace are key to fostering healthy relationships and maintaining mental well-being.

Chabad Holds Event to Benefit JFS
On Sunday, May 12th the JFS Orlando Pantry Van made a special appearance at the Chabad of North Orlando (Nate’s Shul) for a Mother’s Day event to provide diapers, baby wipes, formula, & baby food for JFS’s Pearlman Food Pantry.

Watermelon Feta Salad
Light & refreshing dish for the beach, pool, or patio. It’s easy and quick.

Pearlman Food Pantry Distributes Record Levels of Food
The Pearlman Food Pantry provides food equal to almost 23,000 meals per month.

Shevet Agam Gets The Job Done!
Teens from Orlando’s Shevet Agam of Friends of the Israel Scouts spent some time volunteering at JFS Orlando as part of our community programming. This group of dedicated teens learned about food insecurity and the need for JFS’s Family of Services in the community.

Shop & Help JFS Orlando
JFS Orlando has been selected as a beneficiary of the Winn-Dixie Community Bag Program and Bloomin’ 4 Good for the month of March.

Aaron’s Roulade Cookies
Delicious on Tu B’shvat and all year round, this recipe is based on the very popular Ma’amool cookies that you will regularly find in Sephardic homes. Many bakeries in Israel serve this easier to make version next to the traditional style cookie.
