JFS of Metrowest

05/29/2026

As we celebrate Older Americans Month 2026, we're highlighting the importance of healthy aging and the many factors that help older adults thrive.

This year’s theme, "Champion Your Health," reminds us that health is about more than medical care. Access to nutritious food, stable housing, transportation, social connection, and supportive services all play a critical role in helping people age with dignity and independence.

At JFS of Metrowest, our programs and services support older adults and their families every day through care management, healthcare advocacy, home care, food assistance, housing support, wellness programming, caregiver resources, and more.

Learn how we're helping older adults remain connected, engaged, and well in our latest blog post:

https://jfsmw.org/2026/05/27/champion-your-health-honoring-older-americans-month-2026/

05/28/2026

Join us for an inspiring evening honoring the legacy of David Passer through Temple Shir Tikva’s annual Social Justice Lecture featuring Lino Covarrubias, CEO of JFS of Metrowest.

📅 Wednesday, June 3
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland, MA

Together, we’ll reflect on today’s most pressing social challenges and the power of compassion, inclusion, and community action.

Visit JFSMW.org or find a link in the JFS Linktree collection to learn more + register.

05/28/2026

Join us on Wednesday, June 3 at 7:00 PM at Temple Shir Tikva in Wayland for the annual David Passer Social Justice Lecture featuring Lino Covarrubias, CEO of Jewish Family Service (JFS) Metrowest.

Lino will share insights on today’s most pressing social challenges — including immigration, poverty, and caring for vulnerable members of our community — while honoring the legacy of David Passer, a beloved advocate for justice, inclusion, and compassion.

This special community event is open to all.

Learn more and register:
https://jfsmw.org/2026/05/28/temple-shir-tikva-to-host-annual-david-passer-social-justice-lecture-featuring-jfs-of-metrowest-ceo-lino-covarrubias/

On Wednesday, June 3 at 7:00 PM, Temple Shir Tikva in Wayland will welcome Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Metrowest CEO Lino Covarrubias as the featured speaker for its annual David Passer Social Justice Lecture. Held each spring, the lecture honors the memory and legacy of David Passer, Temple Shir...

05/21/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

In a special reflection, JFS CEO and veteran Lino Covarrubias shares thoughts on sacrifice, remembrance, and the values that call us to build a more compassionate and united world.

Read the full Memorial Day reflection and find links to local events commemorating Memorial Day:
https://jfsmw.org/2026/05/20/a-memorial-day-message-from-jfs-ceo-lino-covarrubias-2/

05/20/2026

✨ You’re Invited! ✨

Join us for the 2026 JFS Annual Meeting — an evening of connection, celebration, and community impact 💙

🍽 Light dinner
🎤 Special guests & speakers
🏆 Awards & recognitions
🤝 Board member installation

📅 Monday, June 8, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Temple Aliyah | Needham, MA

Visit JFSMW.org or find a link in the JFS Linktree collection to learn more and RSVP.

05/20/2026

📣 You’re Invited to the 2026 JFS Annual Meeting!

Join Jewish Family Service of Metrowest for an evening of community, connection, and celebration featuring special guests, awards, recognitions, and board member installation. Enjoy a light dinner and help us celebrate the impact we make together.

🗓 Monday, June 8, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Aliyah, Needham .Needham

All are welcome! Learn more and RSVP today:
https://jfsmw.org/2026/05/19/you-are-invited-attend-the-2026-jfs-annual-meeting/

05/19/2026

Thank you to everyone who made Seize the Dream 2026 such a meaningful celebration of community, compassion & impact 💙

Watch inspiring videos, view the full tribute book, support our amazing food partners & help JFS continue changing lives across our community – visit JFSMW.org or find a link in the JFS LInktree collection.

05/19/2026

More than 400 people came together to celebrate Seize the Dream 2026 and support the life-changing work of Jewish Family Service of Metrowest.

Watch inspiring videos honoring Joni & Reid Fishman and Max Michelson Humanitarian Award recipient Rob Andrews, explore the full tribute book, support the incredible local food partners who made the evening possible, and help ensure no one stands alone by making a donation.

Read more: https://jfsmw.org/2026/05/13/celebrating-seize-dream-2026/

05/19/2026

👀 Curious about ADUs but not sure where to start?

Hear from people who’ve already done it. 🏡✨

Join Meet the Homeowners, a live Zoom event where real ADU homeowners share:
✔️ What surprised them
✔️ How they made decisions
✔️ What they wish they knew before they started
✔️ Honest lessons from the process

Plus—photos, stories, and live Q&A with the Backyard ADUs team 💬

Whether you’re thinking about building for family, flexibility, rental income, or future planning, this is a great way to learn what ADU life is really like.

📅 June 3
🕕 6 PM ET
💻 Zoom

🔗 Sign up using this link: https://backyardadus.com/event/meet-the-homeowners-05-20-26 or visit BackyardADUs.com

05/19/2026

Thinking about building an ADU but wondering what it’s really like?

Join Backyard ADUs for Meet the Homeowners, a live Zoom conversation where you’ll hear directly from people who’ve already built ADUs—what surprised them, what they wish they’d known, and how they navigated the process from idea to move-in.

You’ll see photos of their completed homes, hear honest stories from real homeowners, and have a chance to ask your own questions during live Q&A.

If you’re curious about building a backyard home for family, flexibility, rental income, or future planning, this is a great place to start.

📅 Wednesday, June 3
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM ET
💻 Live on Zoom

Reserve your spot here: https://backyardadus.com/event/meet-the-homeowners-05-20-26