The community is invited to learn more about Jewish Family Services and its response to evolving needs during a fast-paced, 30-minute virtual Friends of the Family program at noon on Aug. 26.
Hosted by Nick Haines, executive producer of public affairs at Kansas City PBS, participants will hear stories from clients, staff and Ryan Lefebvre, announcer for the Kansas City Royals and former professional baseball player.
Lefebvre has had his own mental health struggles and will share his story of finding help. The Friends of the Family event will look at JFS programs and services including KesherKC (social services and the food pantry), mental health and education, older adult support, and Jewish Life.
JFS is assisting more individuals in Kansas City than ever before, and their challenges have become more complex, requiring multi-prong, longer-term solutions. Many individuals are experiencing food insecurity, unstable affordable housing and mental health issues.
JFS is able to connect individuals and families to other JFS services or community programs. Thirty-nine percent of its food pantry clients, for example, are assisted by one or more agency programs; 72% of its social service clients are involved in more than one program.
To register for the free event, visit www.jfskc.org. For more information about becoming a virtual table host or sponsor, contact .
