Jewish Family Services

Family history shapes us in ways both visible and unseen.

If you are a second-generation Holocaust survivor and would like to stay informed about programs, gatherings, resources, and opportunities for connection through JFS Rochester's Generations Program, we invite you to join us!

https://jfsrochester.org/join-generations/

A huge thank you to the local letter carriers who participated in the USPS Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive this past weekend. Thanks to your hard work and the generosity of our community, 1,723 lbs. of food was collected in the 14618 zip code to support Brighton Food Cupboard, surpassing last year’s total of 1,431 lbs.

We’re also so grateful to the volunteers who helped pick up and sort donations to make sure this food reaches neighbors facing hunger. Thank you for showing up for one another and our community in such a meaningful way.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for such a memorable afternoon at JFS Brunch Out! We were so grateful to share the laughter, warmth, and insight of with our community.

A special thank you to our sponsors and supporters who make our work possible. Because of you, JFS can continue providing care, dignity, and a sense of belonging to individuals and families across our community.

Thank you to our generous sponsors for ! We are honored to partner with you to ensure we can continue to meet the needs of our community and make JFS Brunch Out a memorable success!

📅 April 26, 2026
📍Comedy @ The Carlson
🕑 2:00pm
💥Special guest

🔗Get your ticket while you still can! Available HERE ➡️ https://jfsrochester.org/events/jfs-brunch-out/

is less than 2 WEEKS away! We can't wait to spend this amazing afternoon with you. Tickets are limited - get yours today!

📅 April 26, 2026
📍Comedy @ The Carlson
🕑 2:00pm
💥Special guest

🔗Get your ticket while you still can! Available HERE ➡️ https://jfsrochester.org/events/jfs-brunch-out/

Join us for an afternoon of fun and help us support the many needs of our community.

Thank you for making our work possible!

Event details:
📅 April 26, 2026
📍Comedy @ The Carlson
🕑 2:00pm-6:00pm
💥Special guest

🔗Get your ticket today! Available HERE ➡️https://jfsrochester.org/events/jfs-brunch-out/

Middle age can be a surprisingly complex season. While it may look like a time when life is settling, it often brings new emotional challenges alongside growth and pride. For many, stress, uncertainty, or a quiet sense of loss can surface. But midlife is not just about what changes, it is an opportunity to reconnect with parts of yourself that have been waiting to be rediscovered. Read the latest blog from The Counseling Center at JFS to learn more: https://jfsrochester.org/middle-age-your-mental-health-finding-yourself-again-in-the-middle-of-everything/