Thank you for supporting JVS and following our social media feeds.

If you have been inspired by the programs and services we offer, as well as the stories of our clients and the individuals we have helped, please consider making a donation to further our mission.

JVS helps people help themselves through innovative programs in training, education, and career counseling. We help create pathways to hope, independence, and employment. Inspired by Jewish values, JVS proudly serves clients from all backgrounds.

How You Can Help >

We can’t do it alone—your support makes it possible. There are several ways you can donate to JVS:

• Online
• Check
• Donor-Advised Funds
• Stock and Securities
• Monthly Giving

• Match Programs: Enhance your donation with Corporate Matching. Many companies will match your donation to qualified nonprofit organizations like JVS of MetroWest.

For detailed information about all donation options and to make a gift, please visit our website: jvsnj.org/other-ways-to-give. You can also specify how you would like your donation to be directed on that page.

Thank you—your support will enable us to continue our work in 2025 and beyond!

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Take the next step toward your new career as a Certified Home Health Aide.

Registration is open for our next Certified Home Health Aide Training Program, which starts this month.

Enroll in this popular training program to learn how to provide health care services and personal care to patients in their homes. Upon successful completion, students earn licensing and certification in this rewarding field.

This profession is in high demand as people who become ill, have a disability, and advance in age need help if they want to remain in their homes. A career as a home health aide professional is impactful. You will help improve the patient’s overall quality of life and enable them to live more comfortably.

TRAINING DETAILS

• Classes run from July to September 2025
• Training Location: 7 Glenwood Avenue, Lower Level, East Orange, NJ
• 60 hours of classroom instruction
• 16 hours of clinical/lab training
• 20 hours of Life Skills and Career Services

CLASS TOPICS

• How to use medical equipment and mechanical lifts
• Basic nutrition
• Checking vital signs
• Dressing wounds
• Maintaining patient care records
• Helping with physical therapies
• Personal hygiene standards
• Collecting routine specimens
• Assisting with personal activities, domestic and household tasks
• Transporting and/or accompanying patients
• Providing companionship and emotional support

TAKE THE NEXT STEP!

For more information, requirement details, and to apply, please visit: jvsnj.org/home-health-aide

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In a difficult job market, it can be helpful to flip the script.

Job seekers had the chance to do just that at a Reverse Job Fair held last week at Parsippany Public Library. Proudly co-sponsored by JVS and Community Options, Inc., participants had the opportunity to showcase their skills and abilities to potential employers. Each job seeker set up their own table to exhibit their resumes and hand out business cards, placing them in control of their job search.

Some participants came from our own Disability Services department. The fair was a great opportunity for them to interact with employers and practice discussing their employment history and goals.

We thank @communityoptions and the @parsippany.library for their help in facilitating the event.

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APPLY NOW | English as a Second Language Classes | Summer Session Starts Monday, July 28 | East Orange, NJ

Learn to speak, read, and write English in our free classes.

Each class lasts for 10 weeks. We will test you to determine which level class you should join.

Class Topics:
• Conversational English
• How to complete forms
• Job-readiness
• Vocabulary
• Understanding money and numbers

Class Details:
Start date: July 28, 2025, for 10 weeks
Days/Times: Determined by class level
100 hours of classroom instruction
Location: 7 Glenwood Avenue, East Orange, NJ

For more information and to apply, please visit: jvsnj.org/english-as-a-second-language

You must be aged 17+ and out of school to register.

Please have your Social Security card and additional identification (Green Card, Passport, Employment Authorization, I-94) when you register.

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APPLY NOW | Adult Basic Education Classes | Summer Session Starts Monday, July 14 | East Orange, NJ

If earning your GED is your goal, JVS can help.

Our Adult Basic Education classes help you strengthen your core skills of reading, writing, and math to prepare for the High School Equivalency exam or to raise your Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) score.

Each class is 10 weeks. You may continue to enroll until you have passed all parts of the GED.

You may also enroll in one of our Job Skills Training programs or work with a JVS Career Specialist to find a job.

Class Topics:

• Reading
• Writing
• Math
• Science
• Social Studies

Class Details:

Start date: July 14, 2025, for 10 weeks
Days/Times: Monday - Thursday, 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Location: 7 Glenwood Avenue, East Orange, NJ

You must be aged 17+ and out of school to register.

There is no cost to attend, but registration and placement testing is by appointment only.

To learn more about the Adult Basic Education program, please visit: jvsnj.org/adult-basic-education

Ready to take the next step? Click the APPLY button on that page.

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Want to start a new career but don`t know where to begin or how to pay for training?

You may be eligible to receive free job training through NJ`s Fund My Future program.

Requirements:

• You must be a NJ resident.
• Be 18+ years of age.
• Your household income falls within the *ALICE guidelines.
• You are interested in enrolling in training on the Eligible Training Provider List, leading to an in-demand job.

JVS can help you solidify your career goals, find a program, and obtain funds through the state`s Fund My Future program.

We can enroll you in the program if you live in Northern New Jersey — Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, and Warren Counties.

Program Overview:

You will meet with an Evaluator to help you determine your strengths, aptitudes, and interests. With this information, you will work with a Career Specialist to develop an Individualized Employment Plan that will help you identify your employment goals, find a training program, and get and keep a job in your chosen field. The Program includes resume writing and interview preparation, job clubs, and one-on-one support.

To learn more about Fund My Future, and to apply, please visit: jvsnj.org/fund-my-future

*Visit the link to check if your income is consistent with ALICE levels.
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This program is made possible by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

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World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honor refugees around the globe.

Each year, it falls on June 20 and shines a light on the rights, needs, and dreams of refugees.

On World Refugee Day 2025, take a moment to show solidarity with refugees, honoring their stories and showing support for their plight.

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