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National Coming Out Day

On October 11, people around the world come together to celebrate National Coming Out Day. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the LGBTQ+ community and encouraging individuals to embrace their authentic selves. It serves as a reminder of the importance of...

It’s National Suicide Prevention Month; Here’s What You Need To Know

Behavioral Health

By: Marc Hopin, CEO of Alpert JFS; Danielle Hartman, President & CEO, Rales JFS; Randy Colman, President & CEO of Goodman JFS; and Miriam Singer, President & CEO, JCS While September is recognized nationally as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, it’s...

Tri-County Jewish Family Services Mental Health Collaboration

Behavioral Health

Randy Colman and board member Mike Masarek recently joined representatives from Alpert JFS (Palm Beach County) and Jewish Community Services (Miami-Dade County) on a trip to Tallahassee, where they requested essential funding to support low-income, underprivileged...

Disability Inclusion in the Workplace

Programs

This article will discuss the misinformation and exclusion of the disability community, as well as ways in which people with disabilities often get treated by society. It will also address how to further increase disability inclusion, get a better understanding of...

Client Impact Stories

Programs

Goodman JFS continues to support the financial and emotional needs of individuals and families in our community through our social service programs. Families who are struggling with the stress of a changing world and those requiring additional resources to survive...

Silver CARE Q & A with Dr. Brett Engle

Silver CARE

Silver CARE Program Director and Lead Therapist Brett Engle, Ph.D., LCSW, speaks about the program and why it’s so important to our community. Tell us about Silver CARE. Silver CARE at Goodman JFS of Broward serves adults 60+ and their caregivers. Our mission is to...

Meet our Award Winners

Programs

During our 60th Annual Meeting, we honored three community organizations along with several individual supporters that have been instrumental in our success. Click the link below to learn more about these passionate members of our community. Community...

Stress Less This Holiday Season

Behavioral Health

After more than a year of separation and isolation, many families will finally reunite this holiday season. And while the holidays are pivotal times to celebrate and connect with our loved ones, they can also lead to anxiety, stress and depression for many. According...

Domestic Abuse Awareness

Domestic Abuse, Programs

The Hidden Signs of Abuse in College-Aged Women October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Goodman JFS and the Domestic Abuse program continue to bring awareness and education to our community about domestic abuse, warning signs and red flags. Partner violence is a...