JFS of Metrowest

JFS of Metrowest Accelerating Social, Academic and Health Equity

JFS of Metrowest is committed to:

-Be a leader and catalyst in providing the best social, health and community services with special responsibility to vulnerable children, families and elders.

-Develop and deliver essential services to assist those in need.

-Be flexible and adapt to the changing needs in our community.

-Demonstrate compelling and measurable impacts in all our programs, while e

xceeding expectations in service and personal attention to clients and partners.

-Connect and engage the current and future generations and their families to a vibrant, meaningful Jewish community in collaboration with community partners and stakeholders.

-Attract, develop and retain talented, caring and invested staff, volunteers and lay leaders who work collaboratively in valued and essential partnerships.

-Have an independent, strong and engaged Board of Directors whose governance sets the priorities and future direction for the agency.

-Develop the organizational capacities, financial resources and fund development programs that sustain and expand the agency’s mission.

August is National Immunization Awareness Month—a reminder that trusted, understandable information can help families ma...
08/19/2026

August is National Immunization Awareness Month—a reminder that trusted, understandable information can help families make informed decisions about their health.

JFS of Metrowest is proud to work with our collaborative partner, The Jewish Alliance for Law and Social Action, to bring reliable vaccine information to families and encourage conversations with trusted health care professionals. Together, we’re bringing Lily the Llama Helps Her Herd back into the community as an approachable way for parents and children to learn about the importance of the MMR vaccine.

Community health is built through trust, communication, access and partnership.

Read the full story and learn more about this important initiative:
https://jfsmw.org/2026/08/19/national-immunization-awareness-month-trusted-information-helps-families-make-informed-choices/

📖 New from the MetroWest Health Foundation: the 2025 Annual Report, “Woven Together”!The newly released report celebrate...
08/19/2026

📖 New from the MetroWest Health Foundation: the 2025 Annual Report, “Woven Together”!

The newly released report celebrates the diversity and interconnectedness of the MetroWest region while reflecting on the Foundation’s work, its recent strategic planning, and the evolving needs of our communities.

As the report reminds us, building a healthier MetroWest is something we do together.

JFS of Metrowest is grateful for the important role MetroWest Health Foundation plays in strengthening the health and well-being of our region.

We encourage our community to explore “Woven Together” and learn more about the Foundation’s work throughout MetroWest.

🌐 Visit https://mwhealth.org/ to learn more and access the report.

🥁 Join us for the JFS Memory Cafe featuring percussionist Cornell Coley!Come enjoy an afternoon of music, rhythm, and co...
08/19/2026

🥁 Join us for the JFS Memory Cafe featuring percussionist Cornell Coley!

Come enjoy an afternoon of music, rhythm, and connection at Temple Beth Am in Framingham. The Memory Cafe is an opportunity to gather, socialize, and enjoy a welcoming community experience.

📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM
📍 Temple Beth Am, 300 Pleasant Street, Framingham

Thank you to the Framingham Cultural Council City of Framingham for sponsoring this program and to Temple Beth Am of Framingham for welcoming us!

RSVP to attend:
📧 [email protected]
📞 508-875-3100 x550

We hope you'll join us—and please share with someone who may enjoy this special afternoon!

What happens when someone opens their home—and their heart?The JFS Home-Share program is about more than matching people...
08/05/2026

What happens when someone opens their home—and their heart?

The JFS Home-Share program is about more than matching people with affordable housing. It's about creating friendships, fostering independence, and helping people find a true sense of belonging. ❤️

Read this inspiring story of how one Home-Share match grew into a lifelong friendship that changed two lives.

Learn more: https://jfsmw.org/2026/07/22/finding-home-through-jfs-home-share-a-story-of-friendship-belonging/

Find Your Calm in a Complex WorldStress is a part of life—but there are practical ways to manage it.Join Laila Vehvilain...
08/03/2026

Find Your Calm in a Complex World

Stress is a part of life—but there are practical ways to manage it.

Join Laila Vehvilainen, MS, MPH, NASM-CPT, CDP, Geriatric Care Manager with Allies in Aging JFS Elder Care Solutions, for Quieting the Mind: Tools & Strategies for Reducing Stress in a Complex World at the Natick Community Senior Center.

🗓 Tuesday, August 11
🕚 11:00 a.m.
📍 Natick Community Senior Center

Learn practical techniques for reducing stress through:
✔️ Lifestyle changes
✔️ Meditation
✔️ Stretching & movement
✔️ Cognitive behavioral strategies

Take a moment to invest in your well-being and discover simple, practical tools you can use every day.

Learn more and register today:
https://jfsmw.org/2026/08/03/geriatric-care-manager-laila-vehvilainen-presents-quieting-the-mind-tools-to-reduce-stress-at-the-natick-senior-center/

In Case You Missed It: Our July 2026 Report to the Community is now available!Read about our Build-A-Backpack campaign, ...
07/29/2026

In Case You Missed It: Our July 2026 Report to the Community is now available!

Read about our Build-A-Backpack campaign, expanded Mobile Food Pantry, innovative housing initiatives, new immigration resources, our Home-Share program featured in The Boston Globe, volunteer opportunities, upcoming events, and more.

Catch up on the latest news and discover how JFS of Metrowest continues to strengthen our community through compassion, collaboration, and service.

Read the full newsletter or sign up to receive future issues:
https://jfsmw.org/2026/07/29/icymi-july-2026-report-to-the-community-enewsletter-sign-up-today/

We're sharing this opportunity on behalf of our community partners.If you are a clergy member or church leader concerned...
07/24/2026

We're sharing this opportunity on behalf of our community partners.

If you are a clergy member or church leader concerned about changing ICE policies and how they may affect your house of worship, consider attending this important Church Leader ICE Guidance Training.

Hosted by the Massachusetts Council of Churches with Susan Church and Carol Leon from the Massachusetts Office of Refugees and Immigrants, this webinar will provide guidance on safety strategies for houses of worship and offer time for questions.

📅 Tuesday, July 28, 2026
🕕 6:00 p.m.

Register today: http://bit.ly/4wjh5rg
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/4565629177004140/?active_tab=about

Thank you to the Massachusetts Council of Churches and the Massachusetts Office for Refugees and Immigrants for providing this valuable resource to our community partners.

Thinking about adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to your property?The Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) is l...
07/23/2026

Thinking about adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to your property?

The Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) is launching an ADU Incentive Program to help eligible homeowners determine whether an ADU is feasible on their property. Through a professional feasibility study, homeowners can better understand:

🏡 Site conditions and property constraints
📋 Local zoning and permitting requirements
💧 Utility considerations (water, sewer, and energy)
📐 Preliminary design options
💲 High-level cost estimates

The best part? A feasibility study helps you explore your options without committing to building an ADU. It's an opportunity to make informed decisions before investing significant time or money.

If you live in Metrowest and would like to learn more about how this opportunity may apply to your property, JFS is here to help.

Complete our interest form and a JFS representative will contact you to discuss your options:
https://jfsofmetrowest.wufoo.com/forms/adu-property-interest-form/

Learn more about the MHP ADU Incentive Program:
https://www.mhp.net/one-mortgage/adu-incentive-program

📢 Stand with Haitian TPS families. Stand with the immigrant community.Join advocates, community members, and partner org...
07/21/2026

📢 Stand with Haitian TPS families. Stand with the immigrant community.

Join advocates, community members, and partner organizations for the Protect Haitian TPS Rally and help send a clear message to our elected leaders: Haitian families deserve protection and stability.

With the July 24 deadline approaching, this is a critical moment to show up in solidarity. Organizers are calling on U.S. Senators to support S. 4814 to help protect Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for more than 350,000 Haitian community members, including friends, neighbors, coworkers, and essential workers.

🗓 Thursday, July 23, 2026
🕛 12:00 p.m. (Noon)
📍 City Hall Plaza – City Circle, Boston

Bring your family, friends, coworkers, and community members. Together, we can demonstrate the strength of our community and advocate for immigrant families.

Aging alone doesn't mean facing life's challenges alone.More older adults are navigating healthcare decisions, planning ...
07/15/2026

Aging alone doesn't mean facing life's challenges alone.

More older adults are navigating healthcare decisions, planning for the future, and managing daily life without nearby family or a built-in support system. The good news? You don't have to do it alone.

JFS of Metrowest's Geriatric Care Managers provide personalized guidance, care planning, advocacy, and connections to resources that help older adults remain safe, independent, and confident as they age.

Learn how Geriatric Care Management can help you or someone you love:
https://jfsmw.org/2026/07/15/aging-alone-you-dont-have-to-navigate-it-by-yourself/

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475 Franklin Street
Framingham, MA
01702

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