Expanding our digital literacy reach 
Employment Joan Thielen Employment Joan Thielen

Expanding our digital literacy reach 

We’re excited to share our partnership with Centro de Los Trajabadores, whereby Spanish-speaking participants can take our Foundations of Digital Literacy course and gain valuable skills, confidence, and workforce readiness as they learn the foundation skills necessary to be competitive job candidates. 

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It’s not too late to make an impact this year 
Donations Joan Thielen Donations Joan Thielen

It’s not too late to make an impact this year 

Choose a donation opportunity that speaks to you and help JFS make the greatest impact for the greater good before the end of 2024. Whether you decide to donate a Thanksgiving meal, attend our Faces of JFS event, or give to our year-end appeal, you will make a difference throughout our community. 

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Volunteer and become part of our JFS Altius Farms crew 
Volunteer, Altius Farms Joan Thielen Volunteer, Altius Farms Joan Thielen

Volunteer and become part of our JFS Altius Farms crew 

At JFS Altius Farms, we grow more than 35,000 pounds of fresh produce yearly in our 7,300 sq. ft. rooftop greenhouse, which houses 345 Tower Gardens™. Now, you can volunteer and help us provide healthy, locally and sustainably grown chemical pesticide-free produce for restaurants, local grocers, the community, and the JFS Weinberg Food Pantry for our clients. 

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Abby’s Impact: Building your mental health toolbox
Abby's Impact Joan Thielen Abby's Impact Joan Thielen

Abby’s Impact: Building your mental health toolbox

JFS’s Abby’s Impact: Realizing Resilience program is a virtual learner-centered mental health education program that provides a framework for dealing with daily stress and life’s struggles. It offers participants resources and tools to facilitate resilience so they can build their own mental health toolboxes. Learning coping and problem-solving skills is life-changing and critical for well-being. 

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September 2024 Volunteer of the Month
Volunteer Joan Thielen Volunteer Joan Thielen

September 2024 Volunteer of the Month

We are excited to introduce our September Volunteer of the Month, Ellen S., who volunteers as a Community Table Lunch Companion, helping provide nutritious lunches to older adults who benefit from sharing a community meal with their peers.

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Don’t wait for a disaster to make a plan 
JFS Boulder Joan Thielen JFS Boulder Joan Thielen

Don’t wait for a disaster to make a plan 

Do you have a plan for you and your family in case an emergency occurs? If not, learn what to do before a disaster strikes because things don’t always go as planned—and if you already do, it’s a great time to reevaluate. There’s no better time than National Preparedness Month to get ready for the unexpected.

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Six back to school tips to set your kids up for success  
Mental Health Counseling, KidSuccess Joan Thielen Mental Health Counseling, KidSuccess Joan Thielen

Six back to school tips to set your kids up for success  

The long and not necessarily lazy days of summer break are coming to an end. While the start of the school year ushers in new beginnings that can be exciting, it can also be overwhelming. JFS KidSuccess Program Manager Amanda Carter offers suggestions about preparing for the academic year and easing into a new routine.

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When unexpected things happen, JFS is here to help 
Housing Stability & Food Security Joan Thielen Housing Stability & Food Security Joan Thielen

When unexpected things happen, JFS is here to help 

“At the end of the day, there are people out there who care and want to help those in need. The JFS staff are very kind, and I appreciate their efforts.” These are Abraham’s sentiments after receiving financial assistance from our JFS Boulder office. Abraham’s story isn’t unusual, and you or someone you know may be in a similar situation.

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Introducing our new JFS Boulder director 
JFS Boulder Joan Thielen JFS Boulder Joan Thielen

Introducing our new JFS Boulder director 

We’re excited to announce Melissa Mascareñas has been promoted to the director of JFS Boulder. Since March 2023, Melissa has been the associate director, and she has continued to ensure that our Boulder clients receive exemplary services as they overcome difficult life challenges to reach their full potential and feel supported, connected, and engaged.

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Calling all participants for our Adaptive Cycling program
Disabilities Joan Thielen Disabilities Joan Thielen

Calling all participants for our Adaptive Cycling program

The first session of our Adaptive Cycling program is wrapping up, and we’re excited to welcome Douglas, Arapahoe, and Elbert County residents in the intellectual and developmental disability community over the age of 18 to enjoy the outdoors, get exercise, and discover new things on their bicycles! Participants increase mobility, enjoy the benefits of improved health, build social connections, work on bike and safety skills, and have fun!

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