From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: September 2023

Judy Desk blog - laptop with plant and coffee cup Food and the month of September seem to go hand-in-hand. As kids return to school and busy schedules, the amount of food they consume is evident in family budgets. Our tastes turn from cold and creamy deliciousness to hearty and savory comfort foods. Jewish holidays at this time of year – in addi[...]

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: September 2022

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper I’ve heard it said that of all of the senses humans possess, the one that stays with us long after the others do is our sense of hearing. Though this obviously does not hold true for those with profound deafness, it evidently is even the case for people with hearing-impairment. My personal experi[...]

From the desk of CEO Judy Halper: September 2020

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper JFCS is the place to turn to during this difficult High Holidays season Apples and honey, new “Temple” shoes and dresses, a million wishes shared with friends and family for a sweet and healthy New Year, and the incredible sounds blasting from shofars….these have always been some of th[...]

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: September 2019

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper High Holidays a time for introspection; and also a call for action   I was talking with a friend recently about the upcoming Jewish High Holiday season, our memories we cherish, and building new experiences during this time of year that incorporate our contemporary views. I was reminded of [...]