JFS St. Louis

Sweet treats and good company made for a wonderful afternoon at Oxford Hill apartments on June 4!

JFS NORC members gathered for the first Ice Cream Social of the summer, enjoying a scoop or two while spending time with neighbors and friends. JFS NORC, the St. Louis Naturally Occurring Retirement Community, helps older adults remain independent, connected and engaged in their community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. We look forward to more Ice Cream Socials throughout June! 🍦

Thank you to the St. Louis Jewish Light for highlighting JFS Interim CEO Matt Schindler and the important work ahead as our community’s needs continue to grow.

Read the full article: https://stljewishlight.org/news/news-local/matt-schindler-jewish-family-services/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20-%20Morning%20Light&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_bqhu3qum3fU-qknpfyloBKVkVPCMrqgR9kSImSnUX91gHDMQE9Vqxw6hk9EqIlcW2k4iGisHZCmeMo7frSmoQSuvpUQ&_hsmi=420991362&utm_content=420991362&utm_source=hs_email

Demand for Jewish Family Services keeps growing. Its new leader says the old model may not work anymore As a longtime member of the St. Louis community, Matt Schindler was always aware of Jewish Family Services. Before he was appointed interim CEO in December 2025, he didn’t know the full extent of the impact the organization makes. “JFS plays a lot of roles,” said Schindler, 53. “I think we n...

Thank you to the fablulous team from Marsh McLennan Agency - Midwest for volunteering at the JFS Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry!

We’re grateful for the time, energy and teamwork they brought to the pantry as they helped us prepare food for neighbors facing hunger. Volunteers make our work possible, and we appreciate Marsh McLennan Agency’s commitment to giving back to the St. Louis community.

Thank you for helping us care for our neighbors with dignity and compassion!

Happy National Senior Health and Fitness Day!

At JFS, we know that healthy aging is about more than physical activity. It is also about connection, independence and having the right support to thrive at home and in the community.
Through JFS Older Adult Services, including JFS NORC, we help older adults stay active, engaged and supported as they age.

Today and every day, we celebrate the strength, resilience and vitality of older adults in our community.

https://jfsstl.org/norc/