Safety and Wellness Resources and Information
Marijuana, Inhalants and Presciption Drugs Are Top Three Substances Abused by Teens Click here to read this article.
Click here to read a Union Tribune article about the Economic Crisis and Mental Health Resources
Waste not, the connection between what we toss and who goes hungry
Click here to read.
New Data Show Drinking Age Laws Saved 4441 Lives Over 5 Years
On November 6, 2008, NHTSA announced the publication of a new report that estimated that Minimum Legal Drinking Age 21 Laws prevented an estimated 4441 impaired driving deaths in the last five years alone.
NHTSA Acting Administrator David Kelly, who presented the report at a symposium on the subject led by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) said "Turning our back on these laws would be a deadly mistake. Minimum drinking age laws are among the most effective measures ever used to reduce drunken driving deaths among America's young people."
To view the report click on: http://www.nhtsa.gov/staticfiles/DOT/NHTSA/NCSA/Content/RNotes/2008/811049r.pdf
JFS Economic Crisis Response Program
In response to the economic crisis, Jewish Family Service is offering several programs, workshops, and services to meet the growing needs of our community. Updated December 26, 2008
If you or someone you know may benefit from one of our programs,
please call the JFS Access Line at (877) 537-1818. All calls are completely confidential.
SUPPORT AND NETWORKING GROUPS
Coping With Loss During this Economic Crisis
Lost Your Job? • Facing Bankruptcy or Foreclosure?
Mondays • 2:00–3:30pm
Facilitated by Michele Laks London, MSW, LCSW
Childcare available upon request • Turk Family Center - 8804 Balboa Ave., San Diego, CA 92123
For more information and to RSVP, please call (877) 537-1818.
Living with Uncertainty
A Support Group for Coping During These Tough Economic Times
Tuesdays • 6:30–8:00pm
Facilitated by Michele Laks London, MSW, LCSW
Childcare available upon request • Turk Family Center - 8804 Balboa Ave., San Diego, CA 92123
For more information and to RSVP, please call (877) 537-1818.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
We need your help during this economic crisis. Many of these programs would not be possible without your support. To volunteer with any of the opportunities below, contact (858) 637-3392 or email marshal@jfssd.org .
• Make a Donation Online by clicking here .
• Offer Your Site for Programs and Services
• Volunteer Your Time as an Expert in Vocational Services, Human Resources, Money Management,
Financial Planning, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure/Real Estate, and Adjusting to Reduced Income
• Conduct a Food Drive and Distribution - Contact (858) 637-3088 or email handup@jfssd.org