Bissell Centre Lunch. Sunday, March 2, 2025
Edmonton Jewish Community Bissell Centre Lunch Sunday, March 2, 2025
Please join us and help make a difference in the lives of vulnerable people in need in our Edmonton Community.
We’re looking forward to serving 200+ packaged lunches to inner-city residents who face poverty and tremendous challenges.
TO DONATE OR VOLUNTEER
Sign up at: volunteersignup.org/WRQXB
Cash donation: familyshul.org/payment.php select "Bissell Centre Lunch"
Questions: 780-488-2840 sylvia@familyshul.org
Drop off at Beth Israel Synagogue or Talmud Torah School
English Classes
Please note that our online and library English classes are currently on break. For updates and information on class schedules, kindly reach out to us in April 2025. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Wednesday November 27, 2024
7 pm - 8:30 pm
Beth Shalom Synagogue
11916 Jasper Ave, Edmonton AB T5K 0N9
Join JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES as we gather for our Annual General Meeting. Meet our new Executive Director, hear important updates from Board and Staff, and learn about our exciting Social Prescribing project with guest presenter Krista Mulbery from Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council.
Members and general public are all welcome!
Doors are open at 6:00 pm for socialization, refreshments provided.
Please RSVP by Sunday, November 24 to info@jfse.org or call 780-454-1194
BISSELL CENTRE LUNCH
Edmonton Jewish Community
BISSELL CENTRE LUNCH
Drop off at Beth Israel Synagogue or Talmud Torah School
TO DONATE OR VOLUNTEER
- Sign up to donate or volunteer Click Here
- Cash donations Click Here and select “Bissell Centre Lunch” (by September 22, 2024)
(tax receipts issued for donations)
- Questions: 780-488-2840 sylvia@familyshul.org
Jewish Family Services is pleased to welcome Danielle Dolgoy
The Board of Directors of Jewish Family Services Edmonton (JFSE) is very pleased to welcome Danielle Dolgoy to the JFSE team as the new Executive Director, effective February 20, 2024. Danielle has established herself as an integral member of the Edmonton Social Services community and has honed her skills in managing teams, navigating complex situations, and ensuring the organizations she works with has the capacity to support those who are in need. Danielle is a powerful advocate for change and is passionate about making a positive impact in the community. Her support for newcomers and established cultural communities is the foundation of her approach to wellbeing and belonging. She envisions Edmonton as a place where everyone can grow, connect, and thrive.
Danielle grew up in Edmonton and has deep ties to the city and in particular the Jewish community of Edmonton, which gives her a unique perspective on the environment in which JFSE works. We look forward to working with Danielle to ensure Jewish Family Services is ready to face the future, with all the challenges and opportunities before us.
The Board of Directors would like to extend our gratitude and very best wishes to Jann Beeston, as she leaves the role of Executive Director to embark on a well-deserved retirement. Jann’s extensive contributions to JFSE have been integral to the evolution of the organization, particularly through the difficult times of COVID and the recent events of October 7, 2023. Through Jann’s leadership we have a strong foundation to continue to provide the support and community priorities.
JFSE is at a crossroads, and as we empower Danielle and her team to support the community and Jewish Family Services, we know everyone in our organization will continue to deliver the impactful programs and services that mean so much to our clients and their families. We strongly believe that our future lies in a new generation of leadership and ensuring JFSE is in the best position possible to meet the ever-changing needs of the communities in which we serve. There will be a variety of opportunities over the coming months to meet Danielle and welcome her to the team. It is an exciting time at Jewish Family Services Edmonton.
Toby Rabinovitz, Board President
Yahad (יחד) Jewish Community Support Group
We invite members of the Edmonton Jewish community to participate in a 2 hour, single session community support group.
In this session, trained facilitators will provide a safe space for community members to come together and speak about the impact of the crisis in Israel on their life here.
When: February 26, 2024 from 6:30-8:30 PM.
Where: Online
To register, please contact Sarah Karesa, Counselling Program Manager with Jewish Family Services Edmonton at 780-454-1194 ext. 240 or sarahk@jfse.org
Volunteers Needed
Purim is not very far away and we are planning a community celebration with Beth Israel Congregation on Sunday March 24, 2024.
Available volunteer jobs: Baking, cooking, set-up, clean-up.
Baking is scheduled on Sunday March 3, 2024, on March 10 ,and on March 17, 2024 at the Beth Israel kitchen at 9:00am.
Please contact Rhonda at seniors@jfse.org or 780-454-1194 to sign up.
Looking forward to seeing you there.
Yahad (יחד) for Teens and Families
A single session, 2 hour, group program for teens (ages 13-17) and their parents to come together and explore the impact of the crisis in Israel on their lives. Contains a concurrent teen group and parent’s group.
The Teen Group: Trained facilitators will use various activities to help your teens talk about their experiences, their questions, and the ways they can continue to engage in healthy coping.
The Parent’s Group: Trained facilitators will explore, through conversation and resources, how parents (like yourselves) can navigate this difficult time while also supporting and protecting their teens.
Expect conversation, community, and chances to learn something new!
When: January 7, 2024 from 9:30-11:30 AM
To register, please contact Sarah Karesa, Counselling Program Manager with Jewish Family Services Edmonton at 780-454-1194 or sarahk@jfse.org
Yahad (יחד) for Children and Families
A single session, 2 hour, group program for children (ages 5-12) and their parents to come together and explore the impact of the crisis in Israel on their lives. Contains a concurrent children group and parent’s group.
The Children’s Group: Trained facilitators will use various activities to help your children talk about their experiences, their questions, and the ways they can continue to engage in healthy coping.
The Parent’s Group: Trained facilitators will explore, through conversation and resources, how parents (like yourselves) can navigate this difficult time while also supporting and protecting their children.
Expect conversation, community, and chances to learn something new!
When: December 17, 2023 from 9:30-11:30 AM
To register, please contact Sarah Karesa, Counselling Program Manager with Jewish Family Services Edmonton at 780-454-1194 or sarahk@jfse.org