Brain-Wise Parenting: Nurturing Growth and Connection
Join JFCS’ Center for Children and Youth to learn about your child’s “upstairs brain,” why children throw tantrums or sulk, and how to minimize these behaviors. For parents of Toddlers and Preschoolers.… Read More
Peninsula Preschool Fair by JFCS’ Center for Children and Youth
Looking for the perfect preschool for your child? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage in-person with more than 25 preschools located on the Peninsula.… Read More
Discipline 101: The Power of the Positive
Learn how to use positive discipline to teach your children inner control, nurture their strengths, motivate them to cooperate, and build their self-esteem. For parents of preschool and elementary aged children.… Read More
How to Talk So Little Kids Will Listen! 4-Sessions
Learn concrete tools you can use immediately to improve cooperation and goodwill at home. Four sessions: 4/15 to 5/6. For parents of preschool and elementary ages.… Read More
Choosing a Preschool: What Are Your Options and How Does It Work?
JFCS’ Center for Children and Youth helps you discover different programs and philosophies in early childhood education during this challenging time. For Parents of ages 0 – 5.… Read More
JFCS: Centuries of Pioneering
JFCS published the “Centuries of Pioneering” book in 2010. It tells the story of the Jewish people in the Bay Area and their work to help others since 1850.
The year 1850 is significant for the Bay Area. California became a state, San Francisco was incorporated, and one of the oldest social service agencies in the country—now known as Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin, and Sonoma Counties (JFCS)—was established by a group of Bavarian Jews who had immigrated to San Francisco at the time of the California Gold Rush.
This exciting time in history… Read More