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by Margaret Lee, LMSW Did you know both January 10th and February 1st are both considered Quitter’s Day? By February 1st 68% of people have abandoned their New Year’s resolutions. Why do we give up so quickly on changes we really want to make? When setting New Year’s resolutions, we often come up with big […]
Caring for a loved one with memory loss or a movement disorder is an act of profound love—but it can also be isolating, exhausting, and overwhelming. Caregivers give so much of themselves, often putting their own needs aside to ensure their loved ones receive the support and attention they need. At CJFS, we understand that […]
by Lauren Schwartz, MSW, CJFS Executive Director “I wish I had called you first,” said an adult child after moving her parents from their home of 50+ years when the new care did not meet their expectations. It’s something I hear too often from families struggling to make decisions about managing aging issues. What seems […]
CJFS is more than a service provider; we are a lifeline for those in need. For one senior client, who we will refer to as ‘Ms. B’*, CJFS became a source of support during a time of significant health challenges and unsafe living conditions. She did not feel safe in her home and had even […]
CJFS is excited to announce the appointment of Social Worker Mark Driskill, LICSW, as the agency’s Lead Clinician. Mark is a seasoned clinical program manager with many years’ experience treating substance abuse, as well as helping clients address mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and family issues. Mental health problems nationwide spiked during the […]
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