Meet Vera & Bill
JFS Care Specialists help families face many challenges in coping with the changing circumstances of elderly parents, and loved ones. JFS is committed to the concept of “aging in place” by enabling older individual to maintain lives in the community for as long as possible.
Vera and her husband, Bill were enjoying a fairly typical retirement life until she started to notice some changes in his mood and his memory. A trip to his family physician resulted in a referral to a neurologist. Vera’s husband was diagnosed with dementia. She was immediately overcome with anxiety about their future and how she would cope as a caregiver. Over the next few months, his condition deteriorated and his moods ranged from calm to anger and depression. A friend told Vera about the Caregiver Resources and Respite program. The weekly support group sessions were an invaluable source of information and emotional support.
Vera learned about community resources and coping strategies. She also got connected with Rales JFS programs such as Tech S.O.S. and mental health counseling. Vera has begun to consider placement for her husband in a local memory care unit. “Without the group members and the JFS staff person, I was unable to think clearly about the future. I now feel better about the choices I have to make.”
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Nearly 425 Holocaust survivors were served through our Holocaust Survivor Assistance Program with more than $8 million provided for home care, personal care, cleaning services and emergency grants.
About Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services (JFS)
Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services (JFS) provides help, hope and humanity through a comprehensive range of programs and services which support people of all ages and beliefs. With locations in Boca Raton and Delray Beach, JFS programs and services include food & financial assistance, senior services, counseling & mental health services, career & employment services, family & children’s services and many volunteer opportunities. Funding is provided by private and corporate support, grants, special events and individuals who reach thousands in need each year.
For more information about JFS’ services, please visit ralesjfs.org, call 561-852-3333, or send email to info@ralesjfs.org
