Elayne and James Schoke Jewish Family Service

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Elayne and James Schoke Jewish Family Service Since 1975, the Elayne and James Schoke Jewish Family Service of Fairfield County has been all about families and community.

Our mission is to sustain families and individuals through all of life’s challenges and build strong, healthy communities. An ever-changing, ever-evolving social service agency, Schoke JFS is a presence in the community that continuously responds to challenges with the highest degree of professionalism, so that those who need us the most can benefit from our services. We are constantly adding new programs and services to meet the increasing demands of today’s world. Our seasoned, caring and compassionate staff provides creative, individualized attention to all our clients.

10/27/2026

🥕 Stronger Together: Supporting Stamford Seniors! 💚

On Wednesday, October 21, Schoke JFS launched its monthly Mobile Food Pantry partnership with the Stamford Senior Center, helping make nutritious food more accessible to older adults in our community!

Approximately 43 seniors shopped our mobile pantry, selecting essentials like eggs, tuna, milk, cereal, pasta, soup, raisins, and an abundance of fresh produce.

We were also honored to welcome Mayor Caroline Simmons, who joined us to show her support for this important initiative!

A big thank-you to the Stamford Senior Center and Christina Crain, President and Executive Director, for their partnership and for welcoming us to serve their members. Together, we’re working to reduce barriers to food access and provide Stamford seniors with a reliable, ongoing resource for nutritious food.

Stamford Senior Center Mayor Caroline Simmons

🌱 A Big Thank You to Our Stamford CSA Partners! 🥬As the Stamford CSA season comes to a close, we want to extend a big th...
10/26/2026

🌱 A Big Thank You to Our Stamford CSA Partners! 🥬

As the Stamford CSA season comes to a close, we want to extend a big thank you to Stone Ledge Farm CSA - Stamford, CT, Stamford CSA, and Food Rescue US - Fairfield County for helping bring fresh, locally grown produce to those in need!

Our partnership spans several years and is made possible through a wonderful, multi-tiered collaboration. Each week, a Food Rescue US volunteer picks up unclaimed CSA boxes and delivers them to our President & CEO’s home. The following day, he brings the fresh produce to our office, where it can help make a difference in our community.

This year’s CSA season ran from June 3 through October 28, providing a wonderful variety of fresh produce, including potatoes, tomatoes, lettuces and greens, onions, shallots, apples, pears, scallions, beets, blueberries, raspberries, and fresh herbs. 🍎🫐🌿

We’re so grateful to everyone who makes this partnership possible!

✨ September Volunteer Numbers Are In! ✨191 hours. 43 volunteers. Another great month of giving back!September was full o...
10/23/2026

✨ September Volunteer Numbers Are In! ✨

191 hours. 43 volunteers. Another great month of giving back!

September was full of connection, compassion, and community! From celebrating with Holocaust Survivors at the Anachnu Rosh Hashanah Party to picking apples and packing holiday bags for clients in need, our volunteers were there every step of the way.

Every hour makes a difference, every helping hand matters, and we’re so grateful to everyone who showed up.

Ready to get involved? Join our volunteer team and make an impact!

👉 www.ctjfs.org/volunteer

✨ VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT ✨This month's Volunteer Spotlight highlights BCHA - Bi-Cultural Hebrew Academy's oldest students!T...
10/21/2026

✨ VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT ✨

This month's Volunteer Spotlight highlights BCHA - Bi-Cultural Hebrew Academy's oldest students!

This Sukkot, the oldest students of Bi-Cultural Hebrew Academy brought extra warmth and joy to our Anachnu luncheon, spending the afternoon connecting with our seniors through stories, laughter, and holiday traditions.

From learning how families celebrate Sukkot to helping seniors hold the lulav and etrog and recite the blessings, the students made sure everyone had the opportunity to participate. These small but meaningful moments created connections across generations and reminded us that the beauty of mitzvot is in sharing them with others.

Thank you to BCHA and its wonderful students for making this Sukkot so special for our Holocaust survivors!

👉 Want to get involved? Sign up to volunteer with Schoke JFS at:
www.ctjfs.org/volunteer

Five little libraries. 54 big hearts. 📚✨Yesterday, Schoke JFS brought families together for an afternoon of creativity, ...
10/19/2026

Five little libraries. 54 big hearts. 📚✨

Yesterday, Schoke JFS brought families together for an afternoon of creativity, community and kindness at Temple Israel in Westport.

Families picked up hammers and paintbrushes and built something that will outlast the afternoon. Five Little Libraries are now heading to Temple Israel of Westport, CT, TCS in Westport, CT, Congregation B'nai Israel, Temple B'nai Chaim, and Congregation Beth El - Norwalk. Each one is filled with PJ Library books and community resources, so anyone who stops by can find a story waiting, and a little help too if they need it.

We closed with Lisa Cloherty reading Mabel's Mitzvah and a song from the Cantor Gedalia Penner-Robinson , and a room full of people who now know what one small act of kindness can grow into.

Thank you to Temple Israel for hosting, to the Jewish Federation of Greater Fairfield County and PJ Library Greater Fairfield County, and to every family who showed up. 💛

Join us THIS Sunday for Little Library Build Day! 📚✨📅 Sunday, October 18 ⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM 📍 Temple Israel, WestportRSVP: T...
10/16/2026

Join us THIS Sunday for Little Library Build Day! 📚✨

📅 Sunday, October 18 ⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM 📍 Temple Israel, Westport

RSVP: Tinyurl.com/little-library-build

We’re excited to welcome Lisa Cloherty, award-winning children’s book author and pediatric speech-language pathologist, who will join us to read her new book, Mabel’s Mitzvah. Inspired by the author’s daughter and neighbor, this heartwarming story celebrates kindness, empathy, and the courage it takes to reach out.

Together, we’ll build, assemble, and decorate five Little Libraries to be placed at synagogues throughout our community. Each library will be stocked with PJ Library books for children and families to discover and enjoy!

📖 Bring a book to share! We’ll be collecting new or gently used PJ Library books to donate or swap, helping spread the joy of reading to even more families.

We hope you’ll join us for an afternoon of storytelling, hands-on fun, and community connection as we build something meaningful together!

Yesterday’s monthly staff meeting was an exciting opportunity to look ahead! Eli Schaffer, Chief Strategy Officer at Sc...
10/15/2026

Yesterday’s monthly staff meeting was an exciting opportunity to look ahead!

Eli Schaffer, Chief Strategy Officer at Schoke JFS, shared objectives being explored as part of the agency’s strategic planning process. These discussions help us reflect on how we can best support our community and continue to expand the breadth and depth of our services in the years ahead. We look forward to continuing this important work together!

LOOKING FOR A JOB? 📣 ✅ Interested in hourly care or live-in opportunities?✅ Want the flexibility to set your own hours?✅...
10/13/2026

LOOKING FOR A JOB? 📣
✅ Interested in hourly care or live-in opportunities?
✅ Want the flexibility to set your own hours?
✅ Enjoy helping and supporting seniors?

Our next Home Companion Training Program begins Tuesday, October 27, 2026!

📅 Training Dates: October 27 – December 1, 2026, Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Location: Schoke JFS Office
196 Greyrock Place, Stamford, CT 06901

⚠️ VERY LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE!

📞 Call Vanessa at 203-921-4162 today to schedule an appointment to complete your application.

Build, Create & Connect at Little Library Build Day! 📚✨Join us for a special afternoon of community, creativity, and kin...
10/09/2026

Build, Create & Connect at Little Library Build Day! 📚✨

Join us for a special afternoon of community, creativity, and kindness at Temple Israel in Westport!

We’re excited to welcome Lisa Cloherty, award-winning children’s book author and pediatric speech-language pathologist, who will join us to read her new book, Mabel’s Mitzvah. Inspired by the author’s daughter and neighbor, this heartwarming story celebrates kindness, empathy, and the courage it takes to reach out. It reminds readers of all ages that one small act of kindness can grow into a beautiful friendship.

📅 Sunday, October 18 ⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM 📍 Temple Israel, Westport

RSVP: Tinyurl.com/little-library-build

Together, we’ll build, assemble, and decorate five Little Libraries to be placed at synagogues throughout our community. Each library will be stocked with PJ Library books for children and families to discover and enjoy!

📖 Bring a book to share! We’ll be collecting new or gently used PJ Library books to donate or swap, helping spread the joy of reading to even more families.

We hope you’ll join us for an afternoon of storytelling, hands-on fun, and community connection as we build something meaningful together!


What a day at the UConn Stamford Career Fair! 🎓We loved connecting with students who are curious about making a differen...
10/08/2026

What a day at the UConn Stamford Career Fair! 🎓

We loved connecting with students who are curious about making a difference close to home. So many great conversations about volunteering, internships, and the real, everyday ways people can show up for their neighbors here in Fairfield County.

Community work isn't just something to fit in on weekends. For a lot of people, it becomes the work that matters most, and it was a joy to share that with the next generation of leaders.

To everyone who stopped by our table: thank you! We meant it when we said reach out. We'd love to find a place for you at Schoke JFS. 💙

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196 Greyrock Place
Stamford, CT
06901

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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+12039214161

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