A Holiday Check-In Guide for Aging Parents
The holidays are one of the few times many families slow down long enough to truly see how their aging parents are doing. Between shared meals, traditions, and time together […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
CJFS Welcomes New Social Workers
This January, CJFS welcomed two exceptional social workers to our team: James Cannon and Meredith Stutts. We’re excited to introduce them during Social Work Month this March, a time when we celebrate the invaluable contributions […]
Why I Give – Lana Royal’s Story
The CJFS Friends Campaign is so close to the finish line – just 3% away from reaching our goal. Every gift matters, and every story of support inspires us to keep going. […]
Aging Safely: Tips for Avoiding Falls
Share it : Did you know that over 300,000 adults are hospitalized each year for hip fractures, with 95% of these fractures caused by falls? Falls are a serious concern […]