Mental Health and Wellness
Development
Community Engagement
Volunteers
Community Programs
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How do I refer clients to mental health services?


What is Apricot..

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The first thing you should do after receiving a donation.


 What is... send a thank-you right away..

100

They link up the programs, they spread the good news, they help folks discover the JFS crews. From pantry to counseling, they help you explore, this team opens hearts and unlocks every door!

What is the Community Engagement Department?

100

Where do you put requests to ask for volunteers?

What is the Volunteer Request log..

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This holiday program in its 18th year, raising funds for emergency client needs throughout the year, relying on generous community partners, and providing gifts for children and older adults.

What is Embrace-A-Family

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What are the upcoming supportive groups available for clients?


What are the Navigating Grief during the Holidays, Jewish Women’s Support Group and the LGBTQIA+ Group..

200

 A $360 donation to JFS provides three hours of this service, helping immigrants work toward permanent residency and stability.


 What is legal assistance..

200

What staff member do you contact for community drives or other events?

Who is Debbie Michels..

200

What is the minimum lead time for asking for a volunteer?

3 Business days


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This initiative raises money for the food pantry, is led by a volunteer committee, and features baskets that are symbolically empty to raise awareness.

What is Centerpieces for Tzedakah

300

What is the group we are offering that allows people to process the loss of a loved one?

 What is the Grief and Loss Group..and Navigating Grief through the Holidays

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This annual JFS event brings our community together to celebrate impact, share stories of hope, and raise vital funds that sustain our lifeline of services.


What is.. Good Day JFS

300

One simple way staff can support community engagement is by sharing these...

What are client or program stories..

300

Who is eligible to receive a free bicycle/helmet and lock from Turning Wheels for Kids?

Who are...Children under the age of 18 residing in Santa Clara County, whose parents complete the TWFK’s questionnaire


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This back-to-school drive provides age-appropriate backpacks and supplies plus gift cards to JFS clients, VESL students, and is supported by community partners.

What is... Equipped to Learn

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 In person sessions at the JFS office are available to clients but we also offer..

 What are virtual sessions via Zoom or phone, home visits, and walk-and-talk sessions at Vasona Park..

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This powerful tagline anchors JFS Silicon Valley’s end-of-year annual campaign, calling our community to come together in compassion and ensure every neighbor has support.


What is “Stand with us so no one stands alone”..

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When we share our mission and work with the community, it helps bring in..

Volunteers, donors, potential staff members, clients, advocates, board members

400

Who is responsible to oversee the volunteer doing any job either in the office or in the field?

Who are..Case/Care Manager or Employee making request


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If you’d like to request a Friendly Visitor for a client, these are the two steps you should take.

What are… talk to Lori and fill out a client intake form