by Stefanie Small, Director, JFCS Counseling Services and JFCS Senior Services The first year after a loss is referred to by many bereaved as “The Year of Firsts.” The first Thanksgiving without him. The first Chanukah without her. As each First comes, it causes a new sharp pain of grief,…Read More
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Caregiving a spouse with dementia – Millie’s story
Family caregivers have a hard job. Nobody knows that better than Millie*, who took care of her husband with dementia for 16 years. “We were married 56 years,” she says. “What else do you do?” Millie’s story is one of highs and lows. She watched her husband grow weaker; he…Read More
I should be over it by now
Three people, all survivors of a devastating gun violence event, recently took their own lives. This tragic news reignites sadness and heartbreak for all those who have experienced similar violent events: survivors, family and friends of the lost, people whose “it can’t happen here” innocence has been shattered. People like…Read More
JFCS continues to provide Community Counseling
The JFCS March 2019 Community Counseling Schedule is now available. These sessions are free and open to anyone in the community who needs help. They will be held at the Jewish Community Center (JCC) at 5738 Forbes Avenue, Squirrel Hill, 15217. How to reduce stress in difficult times - Mar…Read More