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Welcome to CJFS

CJFS is a non-profit organization with a long-standing commitment, based on Jewish values, to care for people of every faith, age, and race. We serve individuals and families at every stage of life, with a special focus on supporting independence and enriching quality of life for older adults.

ABOUT CJFS

CJFS is here to find solutions that work for you and your family..

Our staff is unmatched in its ability to identify and address the needs of older adults and their families; to provide guidance, information, education and support services; and to act as a connection to family members and outside resources. Most importantly, we are caring, compassionate and professional.

CJFS Cares

A group respite program providing exercise, socialization and activities for people with movement and memory disorders such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Individual and group caregiver support is free and available to all.

Senior Solutions

Support and guidance for families navigating the journey of aging.

Transportation

Affordable door-to-door transportation on our wheelchair-accessible Buz-A-Bus or one-on-one escorted transportation for doctor visits, shopping, etc.

Counseling

Confidential individual, couple and family therapy is available in our offices or by video app to help clients cope with change, loss or the stresses of everyday life.

CJFS HIGHLIGHTS

CJFS Upcoming Events

'Honor Our Parents' Multi-Generational Shabbat & Lunch
Friday, July 12, 11:00 am @ the LJCC, with Rabbi Friedman and complimentary lunch!
RSVP by Wed, July 10, to caleigh@cjfsbham.org, or 205-278-7101.

Bubbles & Blooms: A Night Off from Infertility
Join us for champagne, refreshments and flower arranging.
Tuesday, August, 6, 6:30-8:30. Location provided upon RSVP.
RSVP at jewishfertilityfoundation.org/bubblesandblooms/
or contact Julie Cohen, 205-278-7125 for more info.

August Senior Grocery Initiative Volunteer Opportunity
Friday, August, 16, 10-11a and/or Sunday, August 18, 12-1p.
Contact Caleigh Alevy, or 205-278-7101 to volunteer or for more info.

Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Mondays and/or Tuesdays
Contact Pam Leonard, LBSW, CDP, 205-278-7113 or pam@cjfsbham.org for more info.

CJFS CARES Respite Program
Mondays-Thursdays, 10a-2p
Contact Pam Leonard, LBSW, CDP, 205-278-7113 or pam@cjfsbham.org for more info.

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In The News

CJFS Welcomes Margaret Lee

CJFS is pleased to introduce Margaret Lee, our new Senior Services Social Worker. Margaret will be working with older adults and their families to assess their needs and put resources into place that will help them remain living independently in the community with an enriched quality of life. As people age, it is often the […]

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