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Jun 8, 2013 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Newsmaker: Aryeh Sherman

Aryeh Sherman, JF&CS President & CEO, recently received two awards on behalf of JF&CS, the Diamond Award for exceptional leadership in Pittsburgh and the Forbes Funds' Alfred W. Wishart Jr. Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management.

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Jun 7, 2013 - Pittsburgh Business Times: People and Awards

Jewish Family & Children’s Service won The Forbes Funds’ Alfred W. Wishart Jr. Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management.

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Jun 7, 2013 - Pittsburgh Business Times: "What do you do to control your insurance costs?"

Cindy Paganico, JF&CS CFO, speaks to how the JF&CS controls insurance costs as an agency.

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Jun 7, 2013 - The Pittsburgh Business Times: "AgeWell program living up to its name"

AgeWell Pittsburgh, a collaboration of JF&CS, the Jewish Community Center, Jewish Association on Aging and Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, works to help keep older adults healthy and independent for as long as possible.

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Jun 7, 2013 - 90.5 WESA: "Collaborative Effort Helps Seniors Avoid Nursing Homes, ERs"

AgeWell Pittsburgh is four social service agencies (JF&CS, the JCC, JAA and the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh) that are working to keep the elderly healthy and independent as long as possible, which improves their quality of life while keeping health care costs down.

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Jun 6, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs (Domestic Violence Awareness Lunch and Learn)

JF&CS and NA'AMAT USA, Pittsburgh Council, will co-sponsor an upcoming Lunch & Learn with members of the Jewish Domestic Abuse Task Force on Wednesday, June 12th.

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Jun 6, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs (Wishart Award)

JF&CS was recently honored with the prestigious Alfred W. Wishart Jr. Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management by The Forbes Funds.

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Jun 6, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs (AgeWell Pittsburgh)

AgeWell Pittsburgh, a partnership of Jewish Family & Children's Service (JF&CS), Jewish Association on Aging (JAA) and the Jewish Community Center (JCC), will hold a program about how local seniors may be impacted by changes in the Medicare system.

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May 30, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Leader honored" (photo)

Fern Schwartz, JF&CS board secretary, was recently honored with the 2013 Dr. Howard A. Mermelstein Leadership Award at JF&CS's recent Annual Meeting.

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May 24, 2013 - WHIRL Magazine: 2013 Volunteer Guide

In the June 2013 issue of WHIRL Magazine, JF&CS's Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry is highlighted among several area nonprofits in the first-ever Volunteer Guide.

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May 22, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs (WorkAble career fair)

WorkAble, a partnership of JF&CS, North Hills Community Outreach and South Hills Interfaith Ministries, will hold two career fairs in Millvale and Bethel Park for un- and under-employed individuals.

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May 19, 2013 - Baldwin-Whitehall Patch: "SHIM, WorkAble Holding South Hills Career Fair This Week"

WorkAble, a partnership of JF&CS, North Hills Community Outreach and South Hills Interfaith Ministries, will hold two career fairs in Millvale and Bethel Park for un- and under-employed individuals.

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May 18, 2013 - Upper St. Clair Patch: "SHIM, WorkAble Holding South Hills Career Fair Next Week"

WorkAble, a partnership of JF&CS, North Hills Community Outreach and South Hills Interfaith Ministries, will hold two career fairs in Millvale and Bethel Park for un- and under-employed individuals.

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May 16, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "JF&CS holds annual meeting, examines impact of five-year plan"

JF&CS's recent Annual Meeting celebrated "The Impact and Imprint of Collaboration."

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May 16, 2013 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: At a Glance/The North

WorkAble, a partnership of North Hills Community Outreach, the Career Development Center of Jewish Family & Children's Service of Pittsburgh and South Hills Interfaith Ministry will hold a career fair for un- and under-employed individuals.

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May 15, 2013 - The Aspinwall Herald - "Fox Chapel man to cycle 300 miles for charity"

As his 40th birthday approaches, Eric Rickin will complete a 300 mile bike ride from Pittsburgh to Washington, D.C. in 5 days, and is raising funds for the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry along the way.

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May 15, 2013 - Pine Creek Journal - "Millvale career fair slated to help get residents working"

WorkAble, a collaboration of JF&CS's Career Development Center, North Hills Community Outreach and South Hills Interfaith Ministries, will hold a career fair for un- and under-employed individuals.

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May 9, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Community helpers" (photo)

Volunteers from UPMC stocked shelves recently at the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry.

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May 9, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Jew'colades

Aryeh Sherman, JF&CS President & CEO, was among the winners of the Pittsburgh Business Time's Diamond Award for outstanding CEO leadership in the region.

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May 2, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs (Annual Meeting)

JF&CS will hold its Annual Meeting, "The Impact and Imprint of Collaboration" on Monday, May 13th. The program will include reports from Board President Joel Rosenthal and Executive Director Aryeh Sherman. In addition, the JF&CS board governance committee will present the annual Dr. Howard A. Mermelstein Leadership Award to Fern G. Schwartz. A special recognition for JF&CS partners is also planned.

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May 2, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Donald Butler dies; lifelong Pittsburgher co-founded Hillel Academy"

Donald Butler, director emeritus of Jewish Family & Children's Service of Pittsburgh, is remembered for his contributions to JF&CS and the greater community.

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May 2, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Hundreds participate in Annual Day of Community Service"

Volunteer sites for J-Serve, an annual day of community service for Jewish teens in Pittsburgh and around the world, included the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry.

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May 2, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Schwartz, Sherman and Snyder are winners of Diamond Awards"

Aryeh Sherman, JF&CS President & CEO, was recently honored with a 2013 Diamond Award by the Pittsburgh Business Times, among 16 of the region's top business leaders.

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May 2, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Volunteers lauded" (Letter to the Editor)

Aryeh Sherman, JF&CS President & CEO, thanks the hundreds of volunteers who give back to the community through JF&CS programs and services.

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May 2, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Quest Camp brings summer experience to special needs"

Squirrel Hill Psychological Services and Quest Therapeutic Camps will bring Quest Camp, a summer camp designed for children with mild to moderate social and emotional challenges, to Pittsburgh for the second time this summer.

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May 1, 2013 - Pop City Pittsburgh: “Nonprofit Summit: all new presenters, always a winner for local nonprofit execs”

JF&CS is one of three finalists in the running for the Wishart Award for Nonprofit Excellence, an award given to one nonprofit exemplifying best practices and management excellence. The winner will be announced at the upcoming Nonprofit Summit.

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Apr 29, 2013 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: "Jewish teens fan out across Pittsburgh area for day of service" (mention)

As part of J-Serve, the largest single-day volunteer effort for Jewish teens in Pittsburgh, teens packed donations at the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry, among volunteering with several other community projects.

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Apr 26, 2013 - Pittsburgh Business Times: Correction

A story in the April 19th issue incorrectly suggested that Career Development Center of JF&CS was started within the last year.

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Apr 24, 2013 - Washington Jewish Week - Obituaries (Donald Butler)

Donald Butler, director emeritus of Jewish Family & Children's Service of Pittsburgh, is remembered for his contributions to JF&CS and the greater community.

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Apr 19, 2013 - Pittsburgh Business Times: “Sherman giving back after finding ‘great fortune’ in life”

Aryeh Sherman, JF&CS President and CEO, speaks to his leadership at the agency, in light of winning a 2013 Diamond Award for outstanding CEO leadership.

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Apr 19, 2013 - Pittsburgh Business Times: “Diamond Award honorees celebrated”

Aryeh Sherman, JF&CS President & CEO, is among the winners of the Pittsburgh Business Times 2013 Diamond Award for outstanding CEO leadership.

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Apr 19, 2013 - Pittsburgh Business Times: “Diamond Award winners balance business success, community impact”

Aryeh Sherman, President & CEO of Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Pittsburgh, was a standout in the nonprofit category of the Pittsburgh Business Times 2013 Diamond Awards for outstanding CEO leadership.

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Apr 19, 2013 - Pittsburgh Business Times: “Leading through the Great Recession”

Aryeh Sherman, President & CEO of JF&CS, is among 16 area Executive Directors and CEOs honored with the 2013 Diamond Award for outstanding leadership.

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Apr 18, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Cuts to Social Service: Not About Numbers, But People" (advertorial)

Impending budget cuts will primarily affect those who rely on the social services JF&CS and others provide.

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Apr 15, 2013 - Pittsburgh Business Times: "Meet the 2013 Diamond Award Winners" (online)

Aryeh Sherman, President & CEO of Jewish Family & Children's Service of Pittsburgh, is honored with the Pittsburgh Business Times 2013 Diamond Award for exceptional CEO leadership.

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Apr 4, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs (Quest Camp)

Quest Camp, a summer day camp for children with mild to moderate social and emotional challenges, returns to Pittsburgh this summer.

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Apr 3, 2013 - Pittsburgh Business Times: "Prodigo lands its biggest client"

JF&CS is mentioned among successful nonprofits that have developed alternate sources of revenue in the face of shrinking government reimbursement.

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Mar 28, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Jew'colades

JF&CS's social workers and professional staff were recognized when Pittsburgh City Council declared March 2013 as "Social Worker Appreciation Month" in the City of Pittsburgh with a proclamation sponsored by Councilman Corey O'Connor.

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Mar 28, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: More people need Passover food, new pantry director says"

Matthew Bolton, Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry director, describes the growing need for food-assistance in the Squirrel Hill community, as well as an increased need for Passover and kosher foods.

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Mar 21, 2013 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: "Quest Camp set in Squirrel Hill"

Quest Camp, a collaboration of Squirrel Hill Psychological Services and Quest Therapeutic Camps, is a therapeutic summer day camp program for children with mild to moderate emotional and social challenges.

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Mar 20, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs (Low-Income Taxpayer Clinics)

JF&CS receives funding from the IRS to run a Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) to help qualifying individuals in our community understand their taxpayer responsibilities and rights. JF&CS immigration staff and volunteers provide crucial tax information for low-income taxpayers and those who don’t speak English as a first language.

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Mar 14, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Health care series concludes"

JF&CS's Maxine Horn, information & referral specialist for AgeWell Pittsburgh, addressed issues facing seniors at a recent presentation in the Beth Shalom Health Initiative Series.

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Mar 11, 2013 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: "Stressed Out: Health care system comes up short in responding to need for early treatment"

In this ongoing, occasional series about stress, Squirrel Hill Psychological Services is among resources for individuals who are experiencing stress to help deal with relationship, family, financial and employment issues.

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Mar 11, 2013 - Pittsburgh Parent Magazine (March 2013)- "Camps for kids with autism"

Squirrel Hill Psychological Services and Quest Therapeutic Camps offer a therapeutic summer day camp program in Pittsburgh for children with mild to moderate emotional and social challenges.

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Mar 7, 2013 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Things To Do

“Achieving Meaningful Participation through Inclusion," a conference for those with special needs and family members, will be held on March 20th.

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Mar 7, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Jewish leaders: Sequestration will be challenging for them Read more: The Jewish Chronicle - Jewish leaders Sequestration will be challenging for them"

JF&CS was among several area Jewish agencies in attendance at a recent forum to discuss anticipated challenges and solutions related to the sequester.

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Mar 6, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs (special needs conference)

JF&CS, the PEAL Center, as well as several area Jewish service agencies — the Agency for Jewish Learning, Friendship Circle, Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and Jewish Residential Services will host an upcoming conference for those with special needs and their family members.

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Mar 4, 2013 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Health Happenings

Later this month, the Parent Education & Advocacy Leadership Center, JF&CS, the Agency for Jewish Learning, Friendship Circle, Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and Jewish Residential Services will sponsor "Achieving Meaningful Participation through Inclusion," a conference for those with special needs and their family members.

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Feb 28, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs (CDC workshops)

JF&CS's Career Development Center will offer 18 workshops for job seekers this month.

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Feb 28, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Produce packing" (photo)

Attorneys Against Hunger recently volunteered with the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry, and packed more than 1,000lbs of produce for home-bound clients who are unable to visit the Pantry.

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Feb 21, 2013 - Oakland Planning and Development Corporation newsletter: "School 2 Career hosts 100 students at annual College Fair"

The Refugee Youth Employment Program (RYEP), a collaborative program of JF&CS and Junior Achievement, brought refugee teens to a college fair to help provide information about the college selection, application and financial aid processes

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Feb 16, 2013 - The Allegheny Front (90.5 WESA) - "A New Natural World: Bhutanese Refugees Brave PA Weather "

The first part of this Allegheny Front series focuses on Pittsburgh-area Bhutanese refugees and JF&CS's efforts to help new arrivals acclimate to the region's winter weather conditions.

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Feb 7, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Bullying film, discussion sheds critical light on dangerous issue"

Jewish parents and teens came together for a movie screening and discussion focusing on the dangers of bullying, sponsored by JF&CS, the Agency for Jewish Learning and Rodef Shalom Congregation and made possible by the Lauren Webster Young Adult Initiative.

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Feb 7, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs (Domestic Violence Awareness Month lunch & learn)

JF&CS and NA'AMT USA, Pittsburgh Council will co-sponsor a Lunch and Learn along with members of the Jewish Domestic Abuse Task Force in recognition of February being Teen Abuse Month.

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Feb 7, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Pittsburgh marks Jewish Disability Awareness Month"

Jewish Disability Awareness Month shines a light on the work of local Jewish agencies to ensure inclusion and access for individuals with disabilities and special needs.

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Jan 31, 2013 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Faithburgh Blog): "Jewish groups sponsor anti-bullying effort Sunday in Squirrel Hill"

Several local Jewish groups, including JF&CS, will sponsor an anti-bullying effort for Jewish teens and parents to address and discuss bullying issues in our community and schools.

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Jan 31, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs ("Bully: The Movie--An Exclusive Screening and Workshop for Jewish Teens and Parents")

JF&CS and local Jewish groups will sponsor an anti-bullying discussion and workshop for area Jewish teens and parents.

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Jan 29, 2013 - JURIS (Winter 2013) - Immigration Reform: Myths Busted

Former JF&CS intern Staci Fonner writes about misconceptions regarding Deferred Action for young immigrants.

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Jan 25, 2013 - WHIRL Magazine: "10 Couples Who Make a Difference"

JF&CS board member Gail, and husband Norman Childs, are named in WHIRL Magazine's article about area couples who are making a difference in Pittsburgh through their philanthropy and volunteerism.

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Jan 24, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: Metro Briefs (CSLRS deadline)

Applications for community scholarships through Central Scholarship & Loan Referral Service are due by February 11th.

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Jan 24, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "College-Bound? The Jewish Community Can Help" (Advertorial)

The Central Scholarship & Loan Referral Service program of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, administered by JF&CS, helps a number of area Jewish students pursue higher education with minimized financial strain.

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Jan 23, 2013 - Pittsburgh Business Times: People and Awards

JF&CS announces recent agency hires.

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Jan 22, 2013 - Pittsburgh Business Times: "JAA receives $25,000 grant"

The Jewish Association on Aging will collaborate with the United Way, JF&CS and the Jewish Community Center to develop a home medication management program, funded by a $25,000 grant through a national advocacy group based in Washington D.C.-based.

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Jan 16, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Central Scholarship Online applications due by Feb. 11"

Central Scholarship and Loan Referral Service (CSLRS), a need-based scholarship program of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh administered by Jewish Family & Children's Service, coordinates the efforts of a group of organizations, agencies and scholarship endowment funds which provide scholarships to local Jewish students enrolled in accredited institutions of higher education.

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Jan 10, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Local studies focus on improving life for seniors"

Cooperation between AgeWell Pittsburgh partners, researchers and area agencies aims to improve quality of life for local seniors.

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Jan 7, 2013 - Higher/Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service Newsletter (January 2013)

JF&CS Refugee Employment Specialist & Program Coordinator, Dawn Brubaker, contributes to an article for Higher, a program of Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, about group workshops improving refugee employment outcomes.

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Jan 4, 2013 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Volunteer Center attracts hundreds to community service"

One volunteer mentions the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry among several organizations as a way to give back to the community.

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Jan 2, 2013 - South Pittsburgh Reporter: "Bhutanese refugees find a home in Hilltop communities"

JF&CS helps refugees resettle in Pittsburgh communities, providing numerous services and support as they make the city's neighborhoods their new homes.

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Dec 30, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Dateline Pittsburgh

JF&CS announces the hiring of Matthew Bolton, director of the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry and Patricia Kennedy, director of communications & fundraising.

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Dec 29, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Russian decision a damper on adoptions, but options remain

In light of a recent Russian law barring Americans from adopting children from the country, JoAnn White, director of Family Hope Connection, speaks to the overall decline in international adoptions and shares advice for affected families in the midst of, or considering adopting from Russia.

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Dec 28, 2012 - Pittsburgh Business Times: United Way expanding job placement program

Through the generous funding of the United Way, WorkAble, a collaborative effort of JF&CS, North Hills Community Outreach and South Hills Interfaith Ministries provides critical needs and job search assistance across Allegheny County for those looking for employment or who need to address barriers before they can search, secure and maintain employment.

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Dec 27, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Consolidation-cooperation leads stories of 2012

Personnel changes at JF&CS and other local Jewish agencies make The Jewish Chronicle's list of the top 10 stories of 2012.

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Dec 27, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Thank You" (Letter to the Editor)

JF&CS President & CEO Aryeh Sherman, reflects on the support of the Pittsburgh community for more than 75 years.

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Dec 24, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: 75 years of service (Letter to the Editor)

JF&CS President & CEO, Aryeh Sherman, thanks the Pittsburgh community for supporting the agency for 75 years.

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Dec 21, 2012 - WHIRL Magazine: Happenings (photos)

Photos from Lifecycles & Laughtracks, celebrating 75 years of JF&CS, are featured in the January issue of WHIRL Magazine.

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Dec 20, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Jewish Pittsburgh responds to Newtown shootings

Barbara Wollman, licensed clinical social worker and therapist at Squirrel Hill Psychological Services, shares advice for parents and adults on how to talk with children in the aftermath of traumatic events.

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Dec 20, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle - Briefly: New Hires

JF&CS announces the hiring of Matthew Bolton, director of the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry and Patricia Kennedy, director of communications & fundraising.

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Dec 17, 2012 - The Duquesne Lawyer (Fall 2012): Living the Mission: The Power of Pro Bono

In the alumni publication of the Duquesne University Law School, a former intern from JF&CS's Legal Services for Immigrants and Internationals department shares her experience as an intern and the importance of pro bono work.

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Dec 12, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Jewish social services agency has adapted and served for 75 years

As JF&CS celebrates 75 years of service to the community, the agency's history and services are featured.

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Dec 12, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry (video)

Tanya Bielski-Braham, Coordinator at the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry, speaks about the Pantry's work in the community in this special video supplement to the Post-Gazette's feature on JF&CS's 75th anniversary.

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Dec 6, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Interfaith families mark both holidays, even when kids are raised Jewish

Squirrel Hill Psychological Service's Wendy Levin-Shaw speaks to how interfaith couples can manage holiday celebrations and traditions with family and friends.

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Dec 6, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Happy Anniversary (photo)

JF&CS celebrated 75 years with the Lifecycles & Laughtracks gala on November 17th.

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Dec 4, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Jewish Family & Children's Service host Lifecycles & Laughtracks gala (photos)

Photos from JF&CS's Lifecycles & Laughtracks gala celebrating 75 years are featured in the Post-Gazette's SEEN section.

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Nov 30, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: "JF&CS's 75th anniversary gala" (photos)

Photos from JF&CS's recent Lifecycles & Laughtracks gala celebrating the agency's 75th anniversary are featured.

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Nov 29, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Abrams, Gottlieb to depart agency for new challenges

Becky Abrams, former director of the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry, and Laurie Gottlieb, JF&CS Director of Marketing and Annual Fundraising depart JF&CS for new career challenges.

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Nov 29, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Searching for a job? Here's help

WorkAble, a collaborative effort of JF&CS, North Hills Community Outreach and South Hills Interfaith Ministries aims to provide critical needs and job search assistance across Allegheny County for those looking for employment.

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Nov 28, 2012 - Pop City: Seventy-five years of serving immigrants, seniors, kids at Jewish Family and Children's Service

As J&CS celebrates 75 years, President & CEO Aryeh Sherman shares the agency's priorities and progress at this milestone anniversary.

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Nov 27, 2012 - Baldwin-Whitehall Patch: "WATCH: Refugees Enjoy Thanksgiving at Whitehall Church" (video)

Whitehall Borough's international community, including refugees resettled by JF&CS, comes together to celebrate Thanksgiving and share what makes the holiday so special.

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Nov 23, 2012 - See & Be Seen (WPXI.com) - 'Lifecycles & Laughtracks' gala held at Stage AE

Photos from JF&CS's recent Lifecycles & Laughtracks gala are featured on WPXI.com's See & Be Seen section.

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Nov 14, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: "Sherman reflects on JF&CS progress at milestone date"

Aryeh Sherman, JF&CS President & CEO, shares his thoughts about the impact JF&CS has made in Pittsburgh for 75 years and what the future holds for the agency.

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Nov 13, 2012 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: "International adoptions drop by half in 5 years in Pennsylvania"

Family Hope Connection's post-adoption services and support are highlighted in this article featuring several FHC clients who adopted internationally.

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Nov 10, 2012 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: "Pittsburgh Jewish aid group assists refugees of all denominations"

As JF&CS celebrates 75 years, the agency's programs and services are highlighted.

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Nov 8, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - "WorkAble"

Jewish Family & Children’s Service has partnered with North Hills Community Outreach (NHCO) and South Hills Interfaith Ministry (SHIM) to create WorkAble, a county-wide employment and critical needs service for financially struggling adults.

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Nov 1, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - "Building Supports: What to Do While You Wait" workshop

This training will help participants learn about strategies they can use in building and/or maintaining natural supports in the community when individuals with disabilities need help and are dealing with long waiting lists for paid services.

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Oct 25, 2012 - WHIRL Magazine: 2012 Giving Guide

JF&CS is featured in WHIRL Magazine's first-ever Giving Guide, a compilation of area non-profits to encourage making the holiday season one of giving back.

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Oct 25, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - Domestic Violence Awareness Month Lunch and Learn

NA'AMAT USA, Pittsburgh Council and Jewish Family & Children's Service, along with the Jewish Domestic Abuse Task Force, will hold a lunch and learn Wednesday, Oct. 31. Survivors of domestic abuse will speak along with legal advocacy manager Joyce McAneny of the Women's Center & Shelter.

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Oct 25, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Top Work Places

Jewish Family & Children's Service is named one of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Top Work Places.

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Oct 25, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: I love my job because...

The Top Workplaces survey asked employees to anonymously share why they love their jobs.

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Oct 18, 2012 - Pittsburgh Business Times: Inside the Best Places to Work (Photos)

JF&CS was named one of Pittsburgh Business Times' 2012 Best Places to Work.

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Oct 5, 2012 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Changing careers at mid-life can be a rewarding option

Career Development Center consultant Joe D'Anna shares his experience working with older adults who are looking to change careers, by choice or out of necessity.

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Oct 1, 2012 - J Magazine (Fall 2012): JF&CS Celebrating 75 Years of Helping Our Community

JF&CS celebrates 75 years of service and community impact this year with an upcoming November gala.

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Sep 27, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Community crew at food bank (Photo)

McDonald's crew members volunteer at the Squirrel Hill Community Food Bank as part of a region-wide volunteer effort called McDonald's Community Crew.

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Sep 7, 2012 - Shady Ave Magazine: 75 Years of Hope

As JF&CS's upcoming gala approaches, the 75 year history of the agency is highlighted.

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Sep 7, 2012 - WPXI: Local career center helping Pittsburgh's unemployed

Channel 11 News featured a segment focusing on the human side of recent unemployment numbers, and interviewed Career Development Center career consultant Betty Berkely.

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Sep 6, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - Brain Builders Coaching program

JF&CS's newly-enhanced Brain Builders Coaching program improves cognitive ability in senior participants.

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Sep 5, 2012 - KQV: The Lange Money Hour

Maxine Horn, Information & Referral Specialist for AgeWell Pittsburgh, shares resources, information and services to help seniors and their families address the needs associated with aging.

Sep 3, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Carrick home for ethnic Nepali refugees

Refugees resettled by JF&CS are starting their new lives in the neighborhood of Carrick.

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Aug 26, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Pittsburgh looking to increase immigrant population

Local businesses and nonprofit organizations are implementing new efforts to draw immigrants to Pittsburgh to increase population and diversify the region.

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Aug 26, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Pittsburgh's immigrants cautious about new policy

JF&CS's immigration-related legal services staff provided workshops and information sessions for immigrants considering applying for the new "deferred action" policy.

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Aug 24, 2012 - Uncensored Magazine: Little Becoming Less - States Enact Changes in Efforts to Curb SNAP Benefits

Across the nation, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefit changes may impact how many recipients will be able to feed their families, and have left food pantries and community organizations wondering how to make up the deficit.

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Aug 24, 2012 - ImaginePittsburghnow.com: Refugee Mentor Program Enters Second Year, Seeks Volunteers

The Refugee Career Mentoring Program, a collaborative program of many local organizations matching displaced individuals with local career mentors to guide them through basic job searching techniques, is featured on the blog of the Allegheny Conference on Community Development and its affiliates.

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Aug 22, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Refugees plant roots in Pittsburgh

Jewish Family & Children's Services helps new arrivals acclimate to the Pittsburgh region.

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Aug 20, 2012 - Pittsburgh Quarterly: Pittsburgh's New Immigrants

Pittsburgh resettlement agencies meet the needs of growing numbers of refugee arrivals to the region.

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Aug 20, 2012 - Pittsburgh Quarterly: What Do I Know - Edgar Snyder

Long-standing JF&CS supporter Edgar Snyder speaks to his commitment to JF&CS's SOS Pittsburgh program.

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Aug 16, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle - Adat Shalom shares garden's bounty with SHFP

The Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry benefits from the generosity of Adat Shalom, which has donated more than 300 pounds of produce from their congregation's organic garden.

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Aug 4, 2012 - Satuday Light Brigade: Crossing Bridges – Immigrants Taking Root in Pittsburgh

Youth Philanthropy Summer Interns at The Heinz Endowments interview community organizations on issues related to refugees and immigration, including Leslie Aizenman, Refugee Services Director at JF&CS.

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Jul 25, 2012 - WPXI: Target 11 - Welfare Cuts Take effect Aug. 1

The General Assistance program elimination means thousands of people in Pennsylvania will be struggling to pay the bills. JF&CS's Ellie Eisenstat speaks to the added strain this program cut means for service agencies and individuals.

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Jul 23, 2012 - Squirrel Hill Magazine (Summer 2012): Bullying and the challenges of dealing with the behavior

Squirrel Hill Psychological Services therapists Wendy Levin-Shaw, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and Barbara Wollman, LCSW, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S) speak to the effect bullying behaviors can have on bullies, bullying victims and parents.

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Jul 22, 2012 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Speech services to assist refugees

JF&CS and Northern Area Multi Service Center are spearheading Language Link, a translation service to help growing numbers of refugees and immigrants moving to Western Pennsylvania navigate doctor appointments and hospital stays.

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Jul 16, 2012 - J Magazine (Summer 2012): Faces & Places - JF&CS Annual Meeting

Check out a few photos from JF&CS's annual meeting.

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Jul 12, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: The 'Diva Chef'

The 'Diva Chef' and "Hell's Kitchen" contestant Elise Wims held a cooking demonstration at the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry on July 2nd for Food Pantry clients and the community.

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Jul 8, 2012 - KDKA: The Lynne Hayes-Freeland Show

Becky Abrams, director of the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry and Elise Wims, The Diva Chef and former "Hell's Kitchen" contestant, show how you can create healthy, great-tasting meals on a budget, with inexpensive ingredients easily found on Food Pantry or supermarket shelves.

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Jul 5, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Jewish providers: Medicaid expansion top question after health care ruling

Jewish service agencies share thier questions and concerns around the recent health care rulling.

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Jun 30, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Reality Check

Woodland Hills graduate Elise Wims, who finished third last season on Fox's "Hell's Kitchen," will hold a cooking demonstration Monday, July 2 at 3 p.m. at the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry on Hazelwood Avenue.

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Jun 28, 2012 - Essential Public Radio: Federal Official Commends Pittsburgh for Refugee Placement

Anne Richard, Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, met with Pittsburgh City Council to address resettlement of refugees in the city. During her visit she also spoke with members of the community and refugees who have settled in the area.

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Jun 28, 2012 - KQV Radio: Refugees in the Burgh

Pittsburgh's reputation for welcoming refugees is applauded by U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Anne Richard.

Jun 28, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Food Column

Local 'Hell's Kitchen' contestant Elise Wims does a cooking demo at 3 p.m. Monday, July 2, at the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry where she regularly volunteers.

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Jun 20, 2012 - Pop City: Helping those in greater need; United Way awards $2.8 million to 14 programs

United Way recently awarded $2,795,000 to 14 local programs that aim to help people suffering most during tough economic times, including a collaborative program led by Jewish Family & Children’s Services in association with North Hills Community Outreach and South Hills Interfaith Ministries.

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Jun 7, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Corbett reinstates controversial food stamp asset test

Newly reinstated food stamp asset tests may cause challenges for local food pantries.

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Jun 1, 2012 - North Hills Monthly: Local agencies provide support, guidance for the sandwich generation

Local agencies provide support as many baby boomers have become 'sandwiched' between two generations, caring for their aging parents as they care for their children.

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May 27, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: The Next Page / At home in Pittsburgh: Three immigrant stories

Several Pittsburgh non-profit organizations, including JF&CS, are managing the needs of international arrivals.

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May 27, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Polyglot South Hills is home to many of Pittsburgh's new immigrants

Affordability and safety factor nearly as high as jobs among most immigrant families' priorities. And in the aging South Hills neighborhood of Carrick, immigrants have found both.

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May 10, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly "Updates You Can Use" workshop

JF&CS and Jewish Residential Services will host a workshop on changes by the Office of Departmental Programs affecting children's programs.

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May 3, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Marshak cites need for 'inclusiveness' of special needs people

Dr. Laura Marshak addressed the April 27th Special Needs Conference for the Community, hosted by JF&CS and several community organizations, on the subject "Enhancing the Quality of Life for Families."

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May 3, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - JF&CS 2012 Annual Meeting

JF&CS will hold its annual meeting Tuesday, May 15th, and will present Joel Rosenthal (JF&CS Board Chair) with the 2012 Mermelstein Leadership Award and Barbara Wollman with the Staff Service Award. Special recognition will be given to the Consecutive Giving Club, a treasured group of individuals and families who have given to JF&CS for 20 or more consecutive years.

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May 1, 2012 - Connections, Spring/Summer 2012: “Quest Camp Program Comes to Pittsburgh this Summer”

Quest Camp is a first-of-its-kind summer day camp program in Pittsburgh for children with mild to moderate social and emotional challenges.

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Apr 30, 2012 - Squirrel Hill Magazine (Spring 2012): What Happened to My Wants; Taking time to think about your goals

Some say the important thing in life is to have a goal and the determination to attain it. But what about women who are so busy juggling the responsiblities of being full-time moms and full-time workers that their own goals get swept under the rug?

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Apr 25, 2012 - Pop City: Quest feels like camp, but it's therapeutic -- and new

Quest Therapeutic Camp, a successful program out west for 6- to 18-year-olds with mild to moderate social and emotional challenges, is coming to Pittsburgh for the first time this summer.

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Apr 23, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Parents also have special needs

Laura Marshak, a Pittsburgh-area psychologist and internationally known speaker specializing in parents with special-needs children, will talk about improving the quality of the parents' lives at a special needs conference and resource fair hosted by JF&CS, along with several area Jewish organizations.

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Apr 19, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - Quest Camp

Squirrel Hill Psychological Services and Quest Therapeutic Camps are collaborating to offer a therapeutic summer day camp program in Pittsburgh for children with mild to moderate emotional and social challenges.

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Apr 13, 2012 - The Pittsburgh Business Times: Letter to the Editor; Refugees must have support of general community to succeed

For 75 years, Jewish Family & Children's Service of Pittsburgh has been helping refugees from around the world start new lives in our community.

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Apr 11, 2012 - Pop City: Special needs conference and resource fair from Jewish Family org set for April 27

"Spring into Action: A Special Needs Conference and Resource Fair for the Community" will be held on April 27, sponsored by JF&CS, as well as the Agency for Jewish Learning, Friendship Circle, Jewish Community Center, Jewish Residential Services and Rodef Shalom.

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Mar 30, 2012 - The Pittsburgh Business Times: From Iraq to Pittsburgh seeking work

A series of stories about immigration to Pittsburgh.

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Mar 29, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Jew'colades - Agewell Pittsburgh

JF&CS's Agewell Pittsburgh initiatve earns first place KOVAD award.

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Mar 29, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - Spring Into Action

An upcoming special needs conference and resource fair for the Jewish community open to all service providers and families of individuals with disabilities.

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Mar 8, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - Sexual Abuse Awareness Workshop

Individuals with disabilities and their family members are invited to learn about types of abuse and how to stay safe.

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Feb 27, 2012 - The Tartan: Refugee counselors speak to FORGE

Refugee counselors from the International Rescue Committee speak to Carnegie Mellon University's members of FORGE (Facilitating Opportunities for Refugee Growth and Empowerment).

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Feb 9, 2012 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Food pantries to offer gluten-free products

The Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry is among other food pantries in the area now providing for clients with Celiac Disease.

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Feb 3, 2012 - Connection winter 2012 newsletter

Resource Coordinator Linda Marino talks about co-pays, Caregiver Connections is featured and more in this winter edition of the newsletter for individuals with disabilities and special needs in the Jewish community.

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Jan 26, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly (CDC February workshop calendar)

Check out the great workshop offerings in February at the Career Development Center.

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Jan 19, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - CSLRS deadline

A friendly reminder that the Central Scholarship application deadline is quickly approaching!

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Jan 17, 2012 - WQED Horizons: Immigration and Refugees in the Pittsburgh Region

Our own Jamie Englert is featured on this WQED "Horizons" episode Jamie talked about immigration issues on this special edition.

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Jan 12, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - Long Term Planning workshop

Hosted by JF&CS and Jewish Residential Services, a workshop will be held on Monday, January 23.

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Jan 6, 2012 - The Voice of Dor Hadash: Hanukkah on Ice

In Dor Hadash'a bi-monthly newsletter, our work with refugees from Nepal and Bhutan is featured twice: once for the Hanukkah on Ice party and again for a partnership with JF&CS.

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Jan 5, 2012 - The Jewish Chronicle: Toys bring happiness to refugee families

My Little Outback's toy drive put smiles on the faces of refugee families.

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Dec 22, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - Ed2Go

The Career Development Center's newest service, Ed2Go, can help you brush up on your skills or learn something new. Read this blurb for more information on how to get started.

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Dec 21, 2011 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Interfaith couples celebrate holidays twice this year

What do Jewish and Catholic couples do when the holidays come around? Barbara Wollman is featured in this Pittsburgh Tribune-Review story on interfaith families.

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Dec 13, 2011 - Squirrel Hill Magazine: Serving One and All - A History of Social Services in Squirrel Hill

Several social service agencies are featured for their long-standing support and commitment to Squirrel Hill, including JF&CS.

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Dec 2, 2011 - Pittsburgh Business Times: After Hours - Highmark, SOS grant

Highmark representatives were on hand to present JF&CS with a $10k grant for our SOS Pittsburgh emergency assistance program.

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Dec 1, 2011 - Whirl Magazine: Event photos - CDC Fall Mixer

Our Fall Mixer was a big hit with both employers and job seekers! Check out the featured photo in Whirl Magazine.

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Nov 30, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - Brain Builders Club

Did you know that cognitive decline can be prevented? Check out this feature on the Brain Builders Club!

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Nov 30, 2011 - Pittsburgh City Paper: Holiday Giving Guide 2011 - SHCFP volunteer opportunity

Looking to do something meaningful this holiday season? The Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry has volunteer opportunities, as featured in this year's CP Holiday Giving Guide.

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Nov 25, 2011 - Pittsburgh Business Times: After Hours - CDC Fall Mixer

Job seekers and regional employers mixed and mingled at the CDC's Fall Mixer on Oct. 18.

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Nov 21, 2011 - Shady Ave Magazine - Holidays gifts that give

JF&CS's tribute cards are featured in this Shady Ave seasonal feature. The true gift that keeps on giving!

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Nov 18, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: SOS Pittsburgh receives grant to help those in need

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield awarded SOS Pittsburgh a $10,000 grant to continue helping those facing crises.

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Nov 17, 2011 - Pittsburgh City Paper – Listings (volunteer opportunity)

Volunteering for the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry is featured in this week's edition of the City Paper.

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Nov 11, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly - The Partnership disability workshops

A "Planning for Life After High School" workshop for those with disabilities and their families will be presented by JF&CS and Jewish Residential Services.

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Nov 11, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Letter to the editor - Ask the right questions

In response to a recent Jewish Chronicle story, Certified Care Manager Pearl Averbach discusses recognizing when an aging parent or loved one may need help.

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Nov 8, 2011 - FY2010-2011 Annual Report

During the past year we've helped more than 8,400 people in crises and lifecycle transitions. Click below to read more about our accomplishments and highlights.

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Nov 7, 2011 - Post-Gazette: Going through grief while growing up

In this feature story, Barbara Wollman, a licensed clinical social worker, discusses why high school students can come to grips with grief better than young children.

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Oct 17, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Project Harmony offering discreet assistance to abused women

JF&CS partners with the Shalom Task Force to raise awareness of the presence of domestic abuse in the Jewish community.

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Oct 6, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefly (disabilities workshop)

Join us and Jewish Residential Services for a series of workshops on navigating the service systems that serve people with disabilities.

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Oct 5, 2011 - Squirrel Hill Magazine: Kids grow for good

Students from Congregation Beth Shalom's early childhood development program and Pitt's Plant to Plate program donated their time, and produce, to the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry. Click below to read how their efforts help the pantry provide for hundreds of families each year who face food insecurity.

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Sep 28, 2011 - Shady Ave Magazine: A Century of Service

The Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh distributes charitable funds to many institutions, including JF&CS. In this article by Deborah Weisberg, two worthy JF&CS programs, the Career Development Center and SOS Pittsburgh, are highlighted.

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Sep 28, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Day of Giving

Jewish Family & Children's Service is one of several non-profit entities participating in Pittsburgh Day of Giving on Tuesday, Oct. 4. Click below to read about how you can give to JF&CS!

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Sep 22, 2011 - Whirl Magazine: Event coverage - CSLRS check ceremony

Roz Sherman and Emily Farkas pose after CSLRS' check distribution ceremony on July 26.

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Sep 22, 2011 - Tribune-Review: From Rwanda to McCandless, family back together again

With the help of JF&CS's Immigration Services, Delphine Murekatete was reunited with her two daughters after two years of separation.

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Sep 16, 2011 - Post-Gazette: Letter to the editor - Increasing diversity

In response to a recent Post-Gazette story noting the lack of diversity in the region, Aryeh Sherman wrote about JF&CS's contributions.

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Sep 9, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Summer youth employment program

Local youth gain valuable job skills (and nice paychecks) as part of the City of Pittsburgh's Summer Youth Employment Program.

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Sep 9, 2011 - HIAS newsletter: Health Families program feature

JF&CS is able to help refugees from many countries thanks to HIAS. With the Family Enrichment Program, refugees are taught about cultural differences, communication techniques and more.

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Aug 31, 2011 - Baldwin-Whitehall Patch: Despite Decline in Numbers, a Celebration of Summer Job Success

Recently, 25 local youth completed 6-week long jobs and internships, placed with the help of Career Development Center at JF&CS, through the City of Pittsburgh's and Allegheny County's summer youth employment programs.

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Aug 25, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: JF&CS receives funding to assist immigrant women abused by spouses

JF&CS was recently awarded a $30,000 grant from the FISA Foundation to further the efforts of its Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence Project.

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Aug 25, 2011 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Brother can you spare a job?

As the unemployment rate in the region remains at 7.4 percent, many individuals are still looking for jobs. Columnist Nafara Vanaski talks with the CDC's Linda Ehrenreich and Patrick Ferraro about helping people find opportunities in this tough economy.

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Aug 22, 2011 - Pittsburgh Business Times: CSLRS photo

Representatives from the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, Jewish Family & Children's Service and the Central Scholarship & Loan Referral Service committee were on hand at the July 26 event to honor local Jewish students and to present them with scholarships.

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Aug 14, 2011 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Gradual job growth expected in next 2 years

Victoria Dym, a Career Development Center client, is featured in this Tribune-Review story about local people who have faced unemployment. With the CDC's help, Dym hopes to land a full-time job.

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Aug 11, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: JF&CS helps Hip-Hop band gain success

True City, an up-and-coming hip-hop group, performed on August 6 at the August Wilson Center. A part of JF&CS's AUNO program, the five band members are participants in Hip-Hop on L.O.C.K., which uses the start-to-finish process of creating and promoting an album to instill a sense of responsibility and accomplishment in young people.

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Aug 3, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Central Scholarship check ceremony

220 local Jewish students were awarded $400,000 in scholarships at the July 26 Central Scholarship and Loan Referral Service (CSLRS) check distribution ceremony.

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Jul 28, 2011 - Pop City: Hip Hop on L.O.C.K photo

Hip Hop on L.O.C.K is an arts education program that teaches youth leadership development, organizational skills, cooperative economics and knowledge of the music business. Check out this photo collage from Pop City photographer Brian Cohen, which features a few singers in the studio.

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Jul 27, 2011 - Allegheny West Magazine - Community project

Moon Area High School senior Emme Kelly raised more than $1,400 to benefit Family Hope Connection. Click the link below to read how Emme's donation helped foster children that Family Hope Connection works with.

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Jul 20, 2011 - Pitt News: Meanwhile, back at the farm, a younger generation grows

Urban farming yields many things, including helping the needy. In this Pitt News story, Squirrel Hill Food Pantry Director Becky Abrams discusses how the Plant to Plate program benefits those in the community with food insecurities by providing them with fresh, local produce.

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Jul 19, 2011 - WPXI: Online reputations can be detrimental to job seekers, students

Be careful what you tweet, says Career Development Center Director Patrick Ferraro. In this Channel 11 News segment, Ferraro talks about carefully managing your social media profiles, especially if you are a job seeker.

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Jul 14, 2011 - Baldwin-Whitehall Patch: Teen summer employment in the neighborhood

With the help of JF&CS, two Bhutanese refugees will begin volunteering at the Whitehall Public Library next week.

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Jul 11, 2011 - The Tribune-Review: Despite humble jobs, Iraqi refugees here cherish their freedom

After receiving death threats in his home country, Iraqi refugee Samir AlQass Ishaq, along with his wife, Siba, and two sons, has found freedom in America. Although Samir may have a humble job, he is proud to have made Castle Shannon his new home.

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Jul 11, 2011 - WPXI: Finding summer jobs in Pittsburgh getting difficult

Patrick Ferraro, employee relations coordinator at the Career Development Center, gives advice to young adults and recent grads about finding (and keeping) that summer job. Patrick also talks about the importance of internships and names a few stand-out industries in the region worth taking a look at.

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Jul 7, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: City gardeners

Congregation Beth Shalom preschoolers in Squirrel Hill planted a garden that will benefit their education, and the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry with the proceeds.

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Jul 7, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: PJC director: State budget cuts could have been worse for Jews

Deep cuts in the recently-approved state budget mean that social service agencies are tightening their belts. JF&CS President and CEO Aryeh Sherman says that while the cuts are negatively effecting non-profits, many agencies continue to see an increase in demand for services.

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Jul 7, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Federation approves $20 million in allocations

The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is allocating more than $20 million this year to various programs and agencies in the region. AgeWell Pittsburgh, a partnership to help keep thousands of seniors living safely and independently in the community, is one of the recipients of funds.

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Jul 7, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Briefs - SHPS offers services to achieve mental wellness

Squirrel Hill Psychological Service's team of social workers, psychologists and psychiatrists offer a number of services to the community. Read more about what we offer to individuals as well as groups.

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Jul 4, 2011 - Post-Gazette: Immigrants boast genuine appreciation for Fourth of July

Marie Therese Rowland, an immigrant from the Togolese Republic, finds special meaning in the Fourth of July. With help from JF&CS, this will be Marie's last Independence Day without U.S. citizenship.

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Jun 30, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: JF&CS installs new officers, board members

Jewish Family and Children's Service installed its new officers and board members for the 2011-2012 fiscal year.

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Jun 27, 2011 - Squirrel Hill Magazine Summer 2011 - Mental well-being: The four pillars of wellness

Ellie Eisenstat, a Cognitive Enhancement program coordinator at JF&CS, talks about the importance of stress reduction, diet and nutrition, physical activity and mental stimulation for all-around wellness.

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Jun 24, 2011 - Pittsburgh Business Times: JF&CS wins Kovod Award

Association of Jewish Family and Children's Agencies recently recognized JF&CS of Pittsburgh's website

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Jun 21, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Squirrel Hill Food Pantry gets $8,000 grant

The MAZON grant, which aims to prevent and alleviate hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds, will help the Food Pantry cover the costs of an on-site licensed clinical social worker.

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Jun 21, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: JF&CS wins Kovod Award for website

JF&CS was selected by the Association of Jewish Family and Children's Agencies as the recipient of the coveted annual award for excellence in agency websites.

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Jun 21, 2011 - The Jewish Chronicle: Columbia Gas supports seniors through AgeWell Pittsburgh

Columbia Gas's contribution helps AgeWell Pittsburgh provide and coordinate comprehensive community-based, supportive services to help older adults in the community.

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Jun 10, 2011 - Pittsburgh magazine Jun 2011: Second Acts

CDC's Patrick Ferraro is quoted in the June issue of Pittsburgh magazine. Jennifer Rignani writes about professionals switching careers...prompted by layoff, or by choice.

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May 5, 2011 - Shady Ave Summer 2011: Douglas Shields: Making a Difference

In the Councilmen's Corner of Shady Ave Magazine, City Council member Douglas Shields talks about the benefits of the Community Development Block Grant, and his plans to allocate money to various organizations including JF&CS and the Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry.

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May 5, 2011 - Shady Ave Summer 2011: Naomi Weisberg Siegel: Sustaining the Hope

Longtime Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry volunteer and donor Naomi Weisberg Siegel speaks to Shady Ave about what fuels her fire as a philanthropist.

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Apr 12, 2011 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Adult Children Often Step in to Handle Tasks for Parents

When an elderly parent reaches a point when everyday tasks become difficult and/or you are concerned for their safety, adult children need to intervene. JF&CS geriatric social worker Stefanie Small, LSCW, offers some expert advice.

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Mar 24, 2011 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Food Pantry Awarded Grant for Improvements

JF&CS's Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry received a $200,000 grant through the Allegheny County Community Infrastructure & Tourism Fund.

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Feb 27, 2011 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Pittsburgh region jobs forecast remains hazy

Career counselor Joe D'Anna of JF&CS's Career Development Center weights in on current job market.

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Feb 17, 2011 - Jewish Chronicle: Food Pantry receives $1.5 million endowment

The Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry recently moved to a larger location on Hazelwood Avenue in order to better serve the growing number of people who are turning to us for help. We also launched an endowment campaign to build a safety net to ensure the Food Pantry can continue to meet the growing needs of those in our community who would otherwise go hungry.

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Feb 10, 2011 - Jewish Chronicle: Raising Sensitivity

February marks Jewish Disability Awareness Month, and activities are occurring all around the community. JF&CS's special needs resource coordinator Linda Marino helps to get the word out and reminds us of JF&CS's year-round services to people with special needs.

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Nov 24, 2010 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Giving thanks: Newly arrived refugees share an American holiday

Two ideals -- a passage from the Torah that says "Justice, Justice you shall pursue" and the Hebrew phrase "tikkun olam," which means "repairing the world" -- drive the refugee resettlement work that Jewish Family & Children's Service has done here since 1937.

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Sep 21, 2010 - ABC News online Food Banks Cope With Families Who Have Fallen From Middle Class

As the demographics change, some food pantries are thinking up inventive ways to handle new clients who are hesitant about stepping into the organizations. The Squirrel Hill Community Food Pantry employs an onsite social worker and expects to change its current system of divvying out pre-made bags of non-perishables and produce to clients.

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Sep 9, 2010 - The Jewish Chronicle Apply (Central Scholarship/Letter to the editor)

Roz Sherman, Central Scholarship committee chair, recognizes the program’s community partners.

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Jul 28, 2010 - Pop City Far from home, refugee teens thrive as summer interns

This summer, the lives of two dozen teenage refugees have quietly been changing. Thanks to the refugee resettlement program at the Jewish Family & Children's Service and their Career Development Center, these teens have completed a job-readiness program and have been spending the summer working at internship jobs to help them adjust to life here.

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Jul 26, 2010 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Young refugees immersed in workplace training program

Toh Toh and 23 other young refugees are getting on-the-job experience and a paycheck this summer through a program operated by the Jewish Family & Children's Service of Pittsburgh that prepares the young adults — many of whom grew up in refugee camps — for the workplace.

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Jul 22, 2010 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Nonprofit helps train refugees

Read about our refugee youth summer internship program in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Paula Kelly, director of the Whitehall library, said she is happy she decided to have her library participate in the program, and that she encourages other local libraries to take part, too.

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Jun 10, 2010 - Jewish Chronicle JF&CS guardianship program

Many people don't realize that Jewish Family & Children's Service offers professional, compassionate care for those incapable of caring for themselves.

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Jun 1, 2010 - Northern Connection Student of the Month: Ali Mascaro

High-school student Ali Mascaro is profiled for her senior service project collecting and donating a carload of art supplies, games and toys to FHC.

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May 20, 2010 - Jewish Chronicle Food Pantry partners with local farmer for fresh produce

The Squirrel Hill Food Pantry is taking the “think globally, eat locally” saying very seriously. The pantry announced last week that it has an arrangement with a Tarentum area farmer to plant fruits and vegetables on a plot of his land and to distribute the yield to its clients.

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May 20, 2010 - Cranberry Journal Seneca Valley senior’s project helps brighten lives of children

A front-page story highlighting the FHC donation project of high-school student Ali Mascaro.

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May 4, 2010 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Tool developed at Robert Morris helps nonprofits assess themselves

Among groups experimenting with the tool are Catholic Charities of Pittsburgh, Downtown, and Jewish Family & Children's Service in Squirrel Hill.

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Apr 29, 2010 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette DVD sale to benefit kosher food pantry (Flicks for Food)

DVDs of more than 7,000 movies will be available from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday and from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday at the Jewish Family & Children's Service, 5743 Bartlett St., Squirrel Hill.

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Apr 29, 2010 - Jewish Chronicle Food Pantry plans fall move to Hollywood Video

Pass the popcorn, please. The Squirrel Hill Food Pantry will move into the former Hollywood Video store, 828 Hazelwood Ave., this fall, giving the city’s only source of kosher food for the needy greater floor space for its staples and other services. And the pantry plans to modernize its operating model to make it more user friendly for clients.

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Apr 20, 2010 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Multigenerational families under one roof

Even when the living situation is mostly positive, combining households while caring for an aging parent certainly changes home dynamics, and family members can expect a big adjustment period.

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Apr 8, 2010 - Jewish Chronicle Keep ‘Em in Stitches – A Knitting Project to Help Those in Need

Participants in the five-month series, sponsored but the United Jewish Federation Women’s Philanthropy, began knitting scarves, hats and blankets to donate to refugees resettled by Jewish Family & Children’s Service.

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