Am I Ready to Retire?
Share it : by Mark Driskill, LICSW-S For most of our working life, retirement planning is about money—how much do I need and when will I have enough? While money […]
The “J” in CJFS: Built on Jewish Values, Serving the Whole Birmingham Community
Thirty-six years ago, Collat Jewish Family Services (CJFS) was founded to meet the human service needs of the Birmingham Jewish community. Over time, our mission has expanded, and today we […]
Finding Strength in Every Season
September brings with it a fresh energy. The school year begins, families return to familiar routines, and older adults adjust to new rhythms as the season changes. Fall reminds us […]
Shining a Light on Suicide Prevention
The month of September is full of diverse holidays such as Labor Day and Rosh Hashana, observances such as the International Day of Charity, and light-hearted celebrations, such as Hobbit […]
Beat the Heat: Summer Safety Tips at Every Age
by Caleigh Alevy, LMSW Let’s face it—August in Alabama feels less like summer and more like standing in a giant outdoor sauna. While it’s tempting to hunker down indoors […]
Navigating the Seasons of Life
Share it : by Mark Driskill, LICSW-S Back in grad school my very first class was called Human Behavior Through the Life Cycle. The big takeaway? Our physical, emotional, and social […]
5 Everyday Habits that Support Brain Health and Why They Matter
by Anna Read June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Health Awareness Month, and at CJFS, we’re using this opportunity to focus our newsletter on the importance of protecting and supporting brain health—for […]
Planning with Compassion: How CJFS Can Help
Share it : by Amy Neiman, LMSW June marks Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Month—a time to reflect not only on the challenges of memory loss, but also on the […]
Combating Loneliness in Older Adults
Share it : by LaBrena Friend, LMSW Recently, I accompanied my 98-year-old client “Tom” to a medical appointment. The visit went well, but I noticed on the way home he […]
Grace & Grit: A CARES Team Member’s Journey
For Lise Grace, Assistant Director of CJFS CARES respite program, the work is personal. When she first joined CJFS, she was quietly navigating one of the most challenging chapters of her life: […]