Upcoming Events

Are you looking for housing and wondering what is available and what you may apply to? This workshop will help you learn about housing types.

All are welcome to attend in-person or virtually this informational workshop about the various types of housing and what eligibility criteria there are to qualify to apply. If you have questions about subsidized versus affordable housing and how to qualify then you should attend this workshop and get all your questions answered.

To access the Zoom link, copy or click the link below.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81725071342?pwd=AFwMuCtnRvzNOwgD1LGfAXH3HWTXE0.1

Come cook with new and old friends at the JFS Kitchen. No culinary experience is necessary, and you get to bring home what you make!

Join us and help make a delightful berry jam, this time from frozen berries collected and donated by the Vancouver Jewish Community Garden.

Our Community Kitchens are very popular, so RSVP soon to ensure your spot!

Please note:

• Lunch will not be served but there will be coffee, tea, and snacks following the cooking.

• The JFS Kitchen is a BCK Certified Parve space; all food prepared will be vegetarian (eggs may be used but no dairy).

Reminder:

• Please bring your used containers to fill up with extra take-away food

An open drop-in session to discuss any housing-related issues or barriers you may face.

Do you need help with a housing application? Do you have a question about housing or need to find housing but have no idea where to start? Come to a virtual housing drop-in session, get your questions answered and find the resources and support that you want.

A short informational workshop about a variety of rental supports and subsidies and how to apply for them.

JFS proudly presents the Rental Support and Subsidies Workshop.

This presentation focuses on Rental supports and subsidies, the eligibility criteria and how to apply for them if you qualify. There is plenty of time to ask questions and get more support afterwards should you need help applying.

Join us in person or virtually by Zoom!

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85122038589?pwd=1Q7VEJxjzpI7J1m510BWMcSWamXuBX.1

It is never too late to make changes for a healthier brain. Learn how to maintain and improve your brain health by exploring topics including natural aging changes, dementia, risk reduction, memory brain training and more.

This workshop is online (via Zoom)

For more information or to register, phone Tamar Stein at 604-558-5709 or email [email protected].

Join Physiotherapist, Justin Chipperfield for this important and informative presentation about understanding the facts on falls. You will gain an understanding of the facts on falls, the risk factors associated with them, and practical tips on how to prevent them. You will then learn some easy exercises you can do at home to stay strong and maintain good balance. In addition, there will also be a walkthrough on community resources surrounding falls prevention.

For more information or to register, phone Tamar Stein at 604-558-5709 or email [email protected].

One Heart Dinner

Congregation Beth Israel and Jewish Family Services warmly welcome Jewish people to a Delicious Dinner featuring an assortment of Summer Salads.

Details:
Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Time: 5:00pm Games | 6:00pm Dinner

For more information click here.

Listening from the Heard: A Sharing Circle, is a three-hour workshop for Jewish people to explore both personal and collective feelings concerning the Israel-Palestine conflict. The intention of his circle is to provide a supportive space in community to express the emotions we may be carrying in our bodies such as anger, grief, fear, and hopelessness.

We will gather online in a small group and co-create a supportive space together. Through somatic and mindfulness practices and writing prompts, we will welcome our emotions, along with the truth of what our hearts are holding. We will also call upon our wise and well ancestors for their guidance, wisdom, and loving support.

Rather than debate politics, this circle is a time for deep listening, bearing witness to our authentic selves, and an invitation to respect, honour, and hold each other’s experiences with compassion.

No writing experience is needed to join. Sharing your writing is always a choice and is not required to participate in this workshop.

WORKSHOP DETAILS
Date: Sunday, July 14th
Time: 10am-1pm (PST)
Cost: $60 (plus processing fees) subsidy is available
Location: Online Via Zoom

Space is limited to 10, so register today.

Join us at the JFS Kitchen office for a workshop about creative housing solutions. This event is an informational and open discussion about short-term and long-term housing in and around Vancouver. There will be refreshments, tea and coffee and some healthy snacks.

To register, please click here.

If you have any questions, email Remi at [email protected]

Join us and learn how to make beautiful artistic focaccias and delicious dips to go on the side!

Please note:

• Lunch will not be served but there will be coffee, tea and snacks following the cooking.

• The JFS Kitchen is a BCK Certified Parve space, all food prepared will be vegetarian (eggs may be used but no dairy).

To register, please click here.

Reminder:

• Please bring your used containers to fill up with extra take-away food

Are you a JFS Food Voucher Client?  Do you have questions regarding the upcoming changes to the Food Voucher program?

JFS is holding a Community Meeting for Food Voucher clients on Thursday, July 4th at 7pm.  The meeting will be held via Zoom.

Please click here to register.