2023 Annual Report

YOU HELP US GIVE transformational human services

2023 was a year of opening doors to new services and possibilities as we rounded the corner on eight decades of service.

Responding to a newly discovered need, we launched JFS Adult Day Services in Blue Ash. This service offers individuals coping with memory issues a safe, comfortable environment to engage in a diverse range of stimulating activities.

When an older adult named Jack called JFS just after October 7, he said he was feeling “alone and afraid.” We were able to alleviate his anxiety and help him find solace through the social engagement our K’vod Connect program provides.

Because of you... 400+ seniors were served by K’vod Connect in 2023

Helping Jack, and others like him, has required us to broaden K’vod Connect’s reach. Our services are currently reaching three times as many older adults than previously.

Responding to a growing need to support the emotional wellness of youth, we added staff to our Youth Mental Health Services, ensuring that every young person seeking support receives the care they deserve.

With the continued support of you—our funders, volunteers, and donors—we have every reason to believe we’ll be able to help, connect, and support even more people in 2024. Together we will bridge barriers and build connections in our community—well into the future.

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE PARTNERS WITH

• Member agency of the Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies

• Partner agency with Freestore Foodbank

• Aging Life Care Association® affiliate

• National Association of Social Workers affiliate

• Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association affiliate

Social services for victims of Nazi atrocities have been supported by a grant from the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany. Some services of the Aging and Caregiver Services program are administered by Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio.

Because of you...

779 clients were served at our Heldman Food Pantry in 2023

Fighting Isolation with Compassion and Respect

Fay has many close acquaintances, but due to age and mobility issues, few can visit with her. Fay, now 95, rarely leaves her home. Fortunately, she has found a solution for her social isolation: She now welcomes K’vod Connect Chaplain Miriam Karp into her home. The two discuss a wide variety of topics as they share their thoughts and search for truth and beauty in the world. “Miriam’s visits are very meaningful to me,” says Fay.

Hidden in Plain Sight: Key Lifeline Delivers When Needed Most

In 2023, Michelle* got word from a local hospital that her elderly mother had broken her neck in a fall. Despite the dire news, Michelle jumped into action, thinking, “How hard could it be to get Mom the care she needs?” But health and state bureaucracies soon had her feeling frazzled. Then a friend reminded her about JFS. In no time, our experts successfully navigated the red tape. “JFS helped me with everything,” Michelle said. ”I wish I’d thought of them sooner.”

*a pseudonym to protect their identity

Fridge Crisis Exposes Fraying Finances: Marci’s Story

Early in 2023, when Marci* was speaking with our care manager director, Lainey, she suddenly burst into tears. The refrigerator in Marci’s old house had given out and she had no money to replace it. “I don’t have family. I don’t have anybody I can turn to,” she said. Lainey responded, “We are your family; we’re going to support you.” JFS paid for a new fridge and Marci now frequents our Heldman Family Food Pantry.

*a pseudonym to protect their identity

2,342 CLIENTS SERVED

13% increase from 2022

Our MISSION

To strengthen lives and enhance our diverse community by providing exceptional and transformational human services.

Our VISION

Guided by Jewish values, we strive for a community where everyone lives with dignity, security, and hope.

2,418 COUNSELING SESSIONS

18% increase from 2022

196 PROGRAMS PROVIDED BY THE RUSSIAN JEWISH CULTURAL CENTER

1,626 WEEKS WORTH OF GROCERIES AND PERSONAL CARE ITEMS

263 Households, 779 Individuals

120,689 HOURS OF HOME CARE FOR HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS

President of the Board: Joanne Grossman

Vice President: Cathy Bowers

Treasurer: Lev Orlov

Secretary: Ellen W. Feld, MD

Immediate Past President: Nancy Steinberg Warren

Executive Committee Members-At-Large: Suzette Fisher & Seth Schwartz

At-Large Members:

John Acklen

Marsha Barsman

In honor of Tony Alper*

Julie Bernsen Brook

Aaron Guttman

Jacqueline M. Mack

John Acklen and Melissa Acklen

Judith Ann Adams

Judith Aronoff

Marcie and Nathan Bachrach

Kitzi and Bruce Baker

Mark and Marsha Barsman

Sara and Richard Behrman

Stan Berman*

Susan Brenner and Steven Mombach

Julie and Barry Brook

Charles and Kelly Bernstein

Bob and Irene Block*

Cathy Bowers

The Fine Paris Fund Given by Miriam Bresler Warshaur Cohen

Fran and Craig Coleman

Malcolm and Adell Coleman*

Trudy and Robert Craig

Amy Diamond

Bonnie and Darryl Dick

Dr. Murray and Anita Dock

Deborah Eckert-Rubinstein

Hugo Eichelberg*

Alyce and Joel Ellison

Roy and Fannie Adams*

Ross and Jan Evans

Ellen W. Feld, MD

Diana and Henry Fenichel

Adrianne W and Richard A Freiberg

Sue Friedlander*

Roslyn Friedman

William Goldberg and Suzy MarcusGoldberg

Carrie and Ken Goldhoff

Jeff and Laura Goldstein

Rebecca and Howard Goldwasser

Karen and Richard Goodman

Heshel Mangel

Steve Mombach

Julie Payton

Kurt and Joanne Grossman

Mr. Jeffrey Haas

Stuart* and Roberta Handwerger

David Harris

Joyce* and Paul Heiman

Fred and Patti Heldman

Beth and Brian Hertzman

Marty and Sally Hiudt

Jon Hoffheimer

Joanie and Jerry Horwitz*

Scott and Patricia Joseph

Josh and Tracy Juran

Larry and Kim Juran

Meryl and Steve Juran

Howard and Stephanie Kaplan

Mona and Dick Kerstine

Marjorie Knodle

Dr. Hamilton and Debbie Lempert

Andrea Levenson Young and Scott Young

Gloria and Alvin* Lipson

Randy and Bonnie Loftspring

Jacqueline Mervis Mack

Meyers Family

Lisa and Jonathan Mezibov

Leslie and Kenneth Miller

Mark and Robin Miller

Ann K. Mulvey*

Joy S. and Thomas Nadler

Lev and Margaret Orlov

Nina and Edward Paul

Julie Payton and Alison Margello

Arnold P. and Eleanor G. Payton*

Bob and Wendy Pelberg

Penny and Myles Pensak

Alice W. Perlman

Joel and Marisa Phillips

Nancy and Charlie Postow

Edward Rivin

David Schimberg

Gary Smith, DVM

Izar Spivak

Jory Zola

Jay* and Sue Price

Dan Rapp

Jenny Rasnick

Leslie and Bernard Reiss

Barbara Rosen

Dick and Kitty Rosenthal

Ari and Deborah Rubinoff

Julie Jacobson-Ruby and Kenn Ruby

Lauren Scharf

Anita and Henry Schneider

Beth Schwartz and Gene Smiley

Irvin* and Ida Schwartz

Susan Shorr and Dennis Mittman

Andrew and Sally Shott

Simply Giving

Gary and Leah Smith

Paul Spitz

Stacey and Izar Spivak

Debra and Michael Steinbuch

The Corky and Ellen* Steiner Family

John and Merrie Stillpass

Josephine G. Stillpass

Barbara Sutter*

Liz and Jordan Vogel

Nancy S. Warren

Mr. and Mrs.* Robert A. Weil

Richard and Marcia Weiland*

Amy Susskind Weiskopf

Stephan D. Weiss, PhD

David and Nancy Wolf

Alan* and Louise Wolf

Max Yamson and Elida Kamine Yamson

Fred Zorndorf*

Helen and Sanford Zussman

Anonymous (14)

Bolded names designate confirmed gifts

*Deceased