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Disability Inclusion in the Workplace
This article will discuss the misinformation and exclusion of the disability community, as well as ways in which people with disabilities often get treated by society. It will also address how to further increase disability inclusion, get a better understanding of...
Client Impact Stories
Goodman JFS continues to support the financial and emotional needs of individuals and families in our community through our social service programs. Families who are struggling with the stress of a changing world and those requiring additional resources to survive...
Silver CARE Q & A with Dr. Brett Engle
Silver CARE Program Director and Lead Therapist Brett Engle, Ph.D., LCSW, speaks about the program and why it’s so important to our community. Tell us about Silver CARE. Silver CARE at Goodman JFS of Broward serves adults 60+ and their caregivers. Our mission is to...
Meet our Award Winners
During our 60th Annual Meeting, we honored three community organizations along with several individual supporters that have been instrumental in our success. Click the link below to learn more about these passionate members of our community. Community...
Stress Less This Holiday Season
After more than a year of separation and isolation, many families will finally reunite this holiday season. And while the holidays are pivotal times to celebrate and connect with our loved ones, they can also lead to anxiety, stress and depression for many. According...
Domestic Abuse Awareness
The Hidden Signs of Abuse in College-Aged Women October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Goodman JFS and the Domestic Abuse program continue to bring awareness and education to our community about domestic abuse, warning signs and red flags. Partner violence is a...
Get to Know the RAK PAK
The RAK PAK (Random Acts of Kindness) provides an array of new and gently used clothing and hygiene products to families of limited income to help build their self-respect and self-esteem. The RAK PAK was founded in 2011 by a core group of community volunteers, and it...
The Cupboard Corner
As we begin a New Year, there are many ways to help support our efforts. The Dorit and Ben J. Genet Cupboard of Goodman Jewish Family Services of Broward County, Inc. aims to eliminate hunger in Broward's Jewish Community by providing Kosher food. The Cupboard pantry...
Back-to-school anxiety during COVID 19
Dr. Jessica Ruiz, Chief Psychologist and Director of Behavioral Health Associates of Broward, Counseling Centers of Goodman JFS, shared valuable information about back to school jitters and anxiety about the new school year as the featured speaker on Time 4 Learning's...