For many of us, keeping active physically and mentally is an important part of everyday life. For seniors, it's especially important to focus on staying mentally and physically sharp to ensure the brain and body remain strong and engaged as one ages. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle that includes socialization, physical…Read More
Save the Date for Lifecycles & Laughtracks celebrating 75 years of JF&CS
This year marks an important milestone in JF&CS's history, as we celebrate our 75th anniversary of service to the Greater Pittsburgh community. We hope you'll join us at our upcoming gala, Lifecycles & Laughtracks, on Saturday, November 17, 2012, to help us celebrate. Lifecycles & Laughtracks will be an exciting…Read More
Cuts to General Assistance program causes additional stress
Today thousands of individuals across Pennsylvania already facing hardship will be challenged further as the cut to the General Assistance cash assistance program goes into effect. Effective today, the new state budget eliminates this benefit program which provided a small monthly cash allowance for individuals who are temporarily disabled and…Read More
Helping to address back-to-school bullying fears
Summer will soon be slipping away and parents and children will be getting ready for back-to-school mode in just a few short weeks. In the midst of shopping for back-to-school supplies, coordinating carpools, schedules and after-school activities, there are so many things to consider in preparing the entire family for…Read More