Collat Jewish Family Services

Collat Jewish Family Services 3940 Montclair Road Suite 205 Birmingham, AL 35213
www.cjfsbham.org We serve all ages, with a special emphasis on older adults.
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Collat Jewish Family Services’ comprehensive range of services is designed to help clients live independently and safely, often in their own homes, for as long as possible. For more than 25 years, CJSF has been a United Way agency, serving people of all religions, income levels and races. Our seasoned and professional staff creates a nurturing environment to assist with issues large and small, short-term and chronic, with a focus on preserving the respect and dignity of each person.

Finding the right way to speak with a child or teenager about death, war or terrible uncertainty is not easy. It is our ...
10/26/2023

Finding the right way to speak with a child or teenager about death, war or terrible uncertainty is not easy. It is our job as parents to reassure our children even when we ourselves are feeling vulnerable. We want to be truthful but not give them more information than they need or can digest. We want to create a feeling of safety but also instill in them an understanding of our imperfect world.

It is a difficult balance, and it can be helpful to have a few general guidelines. visithttps://cjfsbham.org/talking-to-children-about-difficult-topics/ for tips to guide you in these conversations.

The LJCC is collaborating with a number of partner agencies and other local nonprofits to create an art exhibit that wil...
10/23/2023

The LJCC is collaborating with a number of partner agencies and other local nonprofits to create an art exhibit that will collectively celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. “Gemilut Hasadim at The J: A Collaborative Exhibit” will feature paintings created independently by groups and individuals from our partner agencies that explore the Jewish theme of gemilut hasadim, or the giving of loving-kindness.
Organizations participating in “Gemilut Hasadim” include:

Birmingham AIDS Outreach
Chabad of Alabama
Cohn Early Childhood Learning Center
Collat Jewish Family Services/Caring for Adults through Respite, Enrichment & Socialization
Hadassah
I3 Academy
Levite Jewish Community Center
Temple Beth-El
Temple Emanu-El
NOTE: This exhibit is made possible by a grant from the Leonard Lewis LJCC Fund of the Birmingham Jewish Foundation.

10/17/2023

Please join Temple Beth-El and JFF-BHM TOMORROW at 7:00 pm for an evening of Torah on Tap at Hi-Wire Brewing Company.
This is an opportunity for the Birmingham community to come together for an evening of learning and discussion about infertility in the Torah. This meaningful conversation will be led by Rabbi Henkin of Temple Beth El.
This event is FREE* and open to anyone in our community.
(*First beer is provided by TBE/JFF)

RSVP link in bio or email Julie at [email protected]

Questions? Email JFF-BHM Manager,
Julie Cohen at [email protected]

How much can Amy save you on your current Medicare prescription plan? Make your appointment today to find out by calling...
10/12/2023

How much can Amy save you on your current Medicare prescription plan? Make your appointment today to find out by calling or emailing Amy at 205.278.7131 or [email protected].

Join us as we support and stand with our Jewish Community.  The entire Birmingham community is welcome to attend - Regis...
10/09/2023

Join us as we support and stand with our Jewish Community. The entire Birmingham community is welcome to attend - Registration is required for ALL who attend.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2pwz8vha

Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Israel, including friends, family and colleagues. May they be safe and s...
10/08/2023

Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Israel, including friends, family and colleagues. May they be safe and shielded from further pain and loss.

CJFS is here for our community as we process these tragic events together, in solidarity with the people of Israel.

This month's 'Honor Our Parents' Shabbat service is FRIDAY, OCT 20. Everyone is welcome!  Please RSVP to caleigh@cjfsbha...
10/02/2023

This month's 'Honor Our Parents' Shabbat service is FRIDAY, OCT 20. Everyone is welcome! Please RSVP to [email protected] or 205.278.7101, if you can join us for a complimentary lunch after the service.

Are you, or someone you know, grieving the loss of a loved one? Joining a support group can help. A support group provid...
09/26/2023

Are you, or someone you know, grieving the loss of a loved one? Joining a support group can help. A support group provides an opportunity to share personal experiences and feelings, coping strategies, or firsthand information to manage the grief of a loss.

CJFS/Jewish Family Services Collat , in partnership with Community Grief Support, is offering a 8-week Grief Support Group starting THIS THURS, SEPT 28. To register or learn more, contact Caleigh Alevy, [email protected] or 205.278.7101.

Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is known as the holiest day of the Jewish year. Leading up to and on that day, Jews tr...
09/21/2023

Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is known as the holiest day of the Jewish year. Leading up to and on that day, Jews traditionally ask for forgiveness for our wrongdoings from God and from our fellow human beings. For all our friends who observe, may you have a meaningful fast and be sealed for good in the Book of Life.

Wondering what items to donate to the High Holiday Food Drive?  Here are some of our most requested items:  toiletries, ...
09/18/2023

Wondering what items to donate to the High Holiday Food Drive? Here are some of our most requested items: toiletries, dish soap, tuna/chicken in individual pouches, shelf-stable meals that are microwaveable and shelf-stable milk. Want to skip the store?
Here is our the link to our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3RRFPZRHVJKTE/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex?

Please remember that we are unable to accept food past the expiration date. We are grateful for all your donations and wish you and your family a Happy and Healthy New Year - Shana Tova!
Temple Beth-El Temple Emanu-El

Many – and probably most caregivers – would tell you that attending a support group is the most important part of their ...
09/11/2023

Many – and probably most caregivers – would tell you that attending a support group is the most important part of their week. Did you know that CJFS offers free support groups for those caring for loved ones with dementia? Read more here...
https://cjfsbham.org/cjfs-caregiver-support-group/

Sign up today for our Sept. 1 intergenerational Shabbat Service, with a delicious lunch hosted by the Levite JCC of Birm...
08/29/2023

Sign up today for our Sept. 1 intergenerational Shabbat Service, with a delicious lunch hosted by the Levite JCC of Birmingham! Please RSVP by Aug. 30 to [email protected] or 205.278.7101, And if you can volunteer to drive an older attendee to this event, please let Caleigh know!

Do you know a child dealing with anxiety or OCD? CJFS is offering a new program that may help their parents help them. C...
08/28/2023

Do you know a child dealing with anxiety or OCD? CJFS is offering a new program that may help their parents help them. CJFS Social Worker Amy Neiman, LMSW, is offering an 8-session class where parents can learn tools for helping their children overcome these issues. Want to know more? Attend one of two free informational sessions on Sept. 6 at 8:30 am or 5 pm. For more information, contact Amy at [email protected] or 205.278.7106.

On Sunday, CJFS celebrated the fantastic volunteers who pack and deliver groceries for low-and moderate-income older adu...
08/25/2023

On Sunday, CJFS celebrated the fantastic volunteers who pack and deliver groceries for low-and moderate-income older adults each month through our Senior Grocery Initiative! Community demand is high for this program, which is a partnership between CJFS, Community Food Bank of Central Alabama and Junior League of Birmingham. We hope to build our volunteer pool so we can deliver groceries to even MORE seniors! Interested in volunteering or learning more? Contact Caleigh Alevy, [email protected] or 205.278.7101.

Do you know someone grieving the loss of a loved one? Please share with them that CJFS, in partnership with Community Gr...
08/23/2023

Do you know someone grieving the loss of a loved one? Please share with them that CJFS, in partnership with Community Grief Support, is offering a 10-week Grief Support Group beginning Sept. 6. Meetings will be at noon on Wednesday's at the Levite JCC of Birmingham. To register or learn more, contact Caleigh Alevy, [email protected] or 205.278.7101.

Today is World Senior Citizen’s Day! It celebrates the contribution of older people in our lives. Reach out to an older ...
08/21/2023

Today is World Senior Citizen’s Day! It celebrates the contribution of older people in our lives. Reach out to an older adult in your life today and let them know how much you appreciate them!!

08/21/2023

The CJFS Personal Care Program, which provides in-home assistance to low-and moderate-income seniors, is celebrating its 20th year! Watch this short video to learn all this program does to support independence and enrich quality of life!

It's time to register for our Sept. 1 intergenerational Shabbat Service, with a delicious lunch hosted by the Levite JCC...
08/18/2023

It's time to register for our Sept. 1 intergenerational Shabbat Service, with a delicious lunch hosted by the Levite JCC of Birmingham! Please RSVP by Aug. 30 to [email protected] or 205.278.7101, And if you can volunteer to drive an older attendee to this event, please let Caleigh know!

Do you know someone grieving the loss of a loved one? A new Grief Support Group begins Sept. 6, sponsored by CJFS and Co...
08/17/2023

Do you know someone grieving the loss of a loved one? A new Grief Support Group begins Sept. 6, sponsored by CJFS and Community Grief Support, and all are welcome! To learn more, contact Caleigh Alevy, [email protected] or 205.879.3438.

Our volunteers Beth, Nancy and David have been busy stuffing envelopes to spread the word about our annual Friends campa...
08/14/2023

Our volunteers Beth, Nancy and David have been busy stuffing envelopes to spread the word about our annual Friends campaign. The Friends campaign enables CJFS to support independence and enriched quality of life in greater Birmingham! To be a friend of CJFS, visit https://cjfsbham.org/giving/

Buy any $12.99 bouquet at Winn-Dixie on Montevallo Road, and CJFS will receive $1 - now throughout August! That's a win-...
08/08/2023

Buy any $12.99 bouquet at Winn-Dixie on Montevallo Road, and CJFS will receive $1 - now throughout August! That's a win-win!!

This month's community Shabbat Service at the Levite Jewish Community Center will include lunch - but you must RSVP! As ...
08/07/2023

This month's community Shabbat Service at the Levite Jewish Community Center will include lunch - but you must RSVP! As always, we're also seeking volunteer drivers who can help transport attendees who don't drive. To register, contact Caleigh Alevy, Caleigh@cjfsbham,org or 205.278.7101.

Thank you to Chabad Of Alabama Camp Gan Izzy campers and their families for their amazing generosity to the CJFS Food Cl...
07/28/2023

Thank you to Chabad Of Alabama Camp Gan Izzy campers and their families for their amazing generosity to the CJFS Food Closet!

When the Birmingham Jewish Federation's Women's Philanthropy group came to pack bags for our Senior Grocery Initiative, ...
07/16/2023

When the Birmingham Jewish Federation's Women's Philanthropy group came to pack bags for our Senior Grocery Initiative, they went above and beyond! In addition to packing 30 pounds of food for more than 60 low-to moderate-income older adults, these women generously donated and packed essential toiletries as an unexpected gift for program participants. Senior Grocery Initiative, a partnership between CJFS, Community Food Bank of Central Alabama and the Junior League of Birmingham, engages volunteers to make these life-changing delveries each month. We could not do it without amazing community support like this!

As part of its Volunteer Fair on Sunday, Temple Beth-El and its Social Action Committee hosted a food drive for the CJFS...
07/12/2023

As part of its Volunteer Fair on Sunday, Temple Beth-El and its Social Action Committee hosted a food drive for the CJFS Food Closet. We are so grateful!

Do you have an extra hour a month you can spend delivering lunch to isolated older adults through United Way of Central ...
07/12/2023

Do you have an extra hour a month you can spend delivering lunch to isolated older adults through United Way of Central Alabama Meals on Wheels? It will enrich your life and the lives of those you serve!

Did you know that the average Meals on Wheels delivery route only takes about an hour? That means that with just a little bit of time out of your week, you can make a difference for a senior in your community.

Learn how you can get involved today! https://mowjeffco.org/volunteer/

In this month's Counselor's Corner Caleigh Rathmell Alevy, LMSW, shares information about our upcoming Grief Support Gro...
06/26/2023

In this month's Counselor's Corner Caleigh Rathmell Alevy, LMSW, shares information about our upcoming Grief Support Group, co-sponsored with Community Grief Support. Along the way, Caleigh explores her own journey of bereavement after the loss of her father, her grandfather and a young friend. https://cjfsbham.org/910-2/

We were excited to be among more than 100 partner agencies celebrating the 100th birthday of the United Way of Central A...
06/25/2023

We were excited to be among more than 100 partner agencies celebrating the 100th birthday of the United Way of Central Alabama at CityWalk Bham! We are incredibly grateful for the generous support UWCA has provided CJFS for more than three decades - and yes, all that meeting and greeting did wear out one of our young volunteers! Jewish Fertility Foundation

Want to feel happy? Join us tomorrow (Friday, June 23) for CJFS's 45-minute "Honor Our Parents" Shabbat service at the L...
06/22/2023

Want to feel happy? Join us tomorrow (Friday, June 23) for CJFS's 45-minute "Honor Our Parents" Shabbat service at the Levite JCC of Birmingham! All are welcome, and we guarantee smiles!

CJFS needs YOU to transport a community member to our next 45-minute "Honor Our Parents" Shabbat, at 11 am on Friday, Ju...
06/13/2023

CJFS needs YOU to transport a community member to our next 45-minute "Honor Our Parents" Shabbat, at 11 am on Friday, June 23 at the Levite JCC of Birmingham! Or just come and join us! To learn about being a volunteer driver, contact Caleigh Rathmell Alevy, [email protected] or 205.278.7101!

Moon Taxi, The Zulu Connection, Act of Congress, Los Destakados Band and other great musical acts will be performing at ...
06/09/2023

Moon Taxi, The Zulu Connection, Act of Congress, Los Destakados Band and other great musical acts will be performing at CityWalk Bham when the United Way of Central Alabama celebrates its 100th anniversary on Saturday, June 24 - and CJFS will be there too! Enjoy food trucks, a Kidz' Zone, a Sports Garden with representatives of your favorite local teams, and more. Stop by our table - we can't wait to celebrate with you!

Elvis was ALIVE and in the building when David Lee "World Champion Entertainer" performed at last month's CJFS Hands Up ...
06/01/2023

Elvis was ALIVE and in the building when David Lee "World Champion Entertainer" performed at last month's CJFS Hands Up Together event! Did you have your picture taken with the King? Find it in our all-Elvis photo album!

'Denise' had always felt great loyalty to her colleagues and the organization where she worked. But in counseling, she r...
05/25/2023

'Denise' had always felt great loyalty to her colleagues and the organization where she worked. But in counseling, she recognized that when a job no longer meets our needs, 'loyalty' does not always mean staying. In this month's Counselor's Corner, Gail Schuster, LICSW, ACSW, identifies key questions we can ask ourselves when considering a job or career change.
https://cjfsbham.org/deciding-when-to-leave-a-job-and-then-what/

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3940 Montclair Road, Ste 205
Birmingham, AL
35213

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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We had a fantastic audience last night at Temple Emanu-El! 🎶 If you enjoyed the performance, please consider a donation to the featured non-profit Collat Jewish Family Services. It was an honor to connect with all of you through this shared experience 🎶❤️🎶
Join the Alabama Symphony Orchestra Musicians tonight at 7:30pm at Temple Emanu-El or right here on Facebook Live for our final concert of “Our Hearts Beat for Birmingham.” This concert will highlight Collat Jewish Family Services and their wonderful work. 🎶❤️🎶
Two more chances to hear the Alabama Symphony Orchestra Musicians perform live! 🤩 These FREE community concerts will feature a different unique program of music and will also highlight Mitchell's Place, Inc. and Collat Jewish Family Services. ❤️ Don’t miss it! 🎶
Join the Alabama Symphony Orchestra Musicians at Greater Emmanuel Temple Holiness Church Inc, Canterbury United Methodist Church, and/or Temple Emanu-El for “Our Hearts Beat for Birmingham”! These free community concerts will be highlighting JCMP: Jefferson County Memorial Project, Mitchell's Place, Inc., and Collat Jewish Family Services. For those that cannot make it in person, there will be a livestream on this page. We can’t wait to perform for you! 🎶❤️🎶
The Alabama Symphony Orchestra Musicians are thrilled to present “Our Hearts Beat for Birmingham”, a series of free community concerts where we will perform 4 concerts at 3 different venues with 2 unique programs later this month. These concerts will be highlighting 3 different local non-profits including JCMP: Jefferson County Memorial Project, Mitchell's Place, Inc., and Collat Jewish Family Services. Join us in person or right here on Facebook live. We can’t wait to perform for YOU! 🎶 🎵
Episcopal Place and Collat Jewish Family Services TOGETHER! EP residents have free transportation to medical appointments, grocery stores, banks, and shopping all courtesy of the Episcopal Communities Foundation and Collat Jewish Family Services.
Malik Seals, a UAB Biomedical Sciences Program student, will be completing his Schweitzer Fellowship project with Collat Jewish Family Services over the next year. You can read more about his partner organization at https://cjfsbham.org/.
Join Alzheimer's of Central Alabama (ACA) and Collat Jewish Family Services for a Virtual Book Launch

Surfing the Waves of Alzheimer’s: Principles of Caregiving That Kept Me Upright

Wednesday, October 7, 2020, 1 p.m. CT

Join Author Renée Harmon, MD for her Virtual Book Launch

Family practice doctors Renée and Harvey Harmon were partners in everything…until his shattering dementia diagnosis at age fifty.
Suddenly forced to manage both their family and the business they built together, she stayed “afloat” by leaning on friends, family, and her faith.
Dr. Renée Brown Harmon will discuss her new book and answer questions during this free virtual event Wednesday, October 7, 2020, 1 p.m.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5MNg2__QTyqW1F25_BaW8Q
Thank you Jesus! Thank you Community Food Bank of Central Alabama for the food! Thank you Houston International Insurance Group (hiig.com) for $3,000 towards our new refrigerated truck! Thank you Collat Jewish Family Services for gifting us with 20 x $35 vouchers to Alabama Goodwill!

We have fresh produce coming in at 1pm today so scoot your drive thru pickup time past 2pm so you don’t miss it and to help us share it before the weekend! Drive thru open at Liberty Church Birmingham today from 1-5pm at 2732 Old Rocky Ridge Rd 35216.
To my fellow Jews, we are the children and grandchildren of Holocaust survivors. A generation of Jews who were oppressed and murdered en masse. It is our duty, not only by the Torah, but in honor of all those who died and all those who survived to stand up for the oppressed, to speak out against the oppressor.

The Torah reminds us time and again, “Do not oppress the stranger, for you were strangers in the Land of Egypt (Exodus 23:9).” We do not simply empathize with victims of oppression, but we must acknowledge that having been victims ourselves, we are at greater risk of repeating oppressive behaviors. As we struggled for freedom throughout history and throughout all the nations of the world, we have taken up the tools of the oppressor. Many of us are white and we benefit from our whiteness every single day. We take up these tools without realizing or recognizing, and yet here we stand benefitting from the same systems and tools that once oppressed us.

We must focus our energy on creating dignity and equality for ALL. We must end oppression, FOR ALL. We must join together in protection of our black brothers and sisters. We must teach our children, leading them by example as we stand up and speak up for our black community.

While our neighbor is oppressed, we too shall be oppressed.
We all need a little bit of healing after the past few months. Collat Jewish Family Services invites you to join a few of our local Rabbis for a Community Healing Service this evening 7 PM.

RSVP to [email protected]
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