Alpert JFS News

The Heart of Alpert JFS: Celebrating Our Volunteers

At Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service, our volunteers are the heartbeat of our mission. Every day, they show up with compassion, dedication, and a shared belief in creating a stronger, kinder community for all. From delivering groceries to homebound seniors and mentoring youth, to supporting Holocaust Survivors, staffing our food pantry, and lending a caring ear through the C.A.L.L. line — our volunteers embody our core values of Compassion, Integrity, Respect, and Community. Their acts of kindness ripple […] https://www.alpertjfs.org/the-heart-of-alpert-jfs-celebrating-our-volunteers/

Act Now: Secure 2025 Tax Benefits and Build Your Jewish Legacy

Make a lasting difference. Your generosity today can strengthen lives for generations. As federal tax laws change on January 1, 2026, now is the time to explore smart ways to give – from IRA rollovers and appreciated securities to legacy gifts that keep your values alive for years to come. Every gift to Alpert Jewish Family Service helps provide counseling, home care, food, and support for those who need it most. Learn more about tax-smart or legacy giving before December […] https://www.alpertjfs.org/act-now-secure-2025-tax-benefits-and-build-your-jewish-legacy-sent/

When Healing Takes More Than Medicine: Dr. Kristi Wragg on WPBF ABC 25

When Healing Takes More Than Medicine: Dr. Kristi Wragg on WPBF ABC 25 This week, Alpert Jewish Family Service was featured on WPBF ABC 25 News, where Dr. Kristi Wragg, Director of Clinical Services, spoke about the powerful intersection between mental health and breast cancer awareness. In the interview, Dr. Wragg shared how emotional well-being is an essential part of recovery—and how Alpert JFS helps women and families facing serious health challenges find strength, resilience, and community. Take the first […] https://www.alpertjfs.org/30848-2/

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month At Alpert Jewish Family Service, we stand with survivors and are committed to breaking the silence around abuse. Through counseling, advocacy, and education, we work every day to ensure that no one in our community faces violence or fear alone. Sara’s Story When Sara first called the Alpert JFS C.A.L.L. Line, she was terrified. After years of emotional and physical abuse, she didn’t know where to turn or how to begin rebuilding her life. […] https://www.alpertjfs.org/october-is-domestic-violence-awareness-month/

The 2026 Palm Beach County Community’s Choice Awards are here!

The 2026 Palm Beach County Community’s Choice Awards are here! Please take a moment to nominate Alpert Jewish Family Service as one of the best organizations serving our community. You can nominate once a day through October 31, every vote counts! 🔗 Nominate here: https://palmbeachpost.gannettcontests.com/2026-Palm-Beach-County-Communitys-Choice-Awards/ How to Nominate: Navigate to your desired Section and Category in the ballot. In the Nomination Field, type Alpert Jewish Family Service. On your first visit, complete the registration form and click NOMINATE. Continue nominating […] https://www.alpertjfs.org/30130-2/

When trauma hits home, Alpert JFS is here.

We’re honored to be featured on WPBF 25, highlighting how Alpert Jewish Family Service continues to make a difference across Palm Beach County. From mental health counseling and senior care to food assistance and crisis support, Alpert JFS is here for our neighbors, offering help, healing, and hope when it’s needed most. Together, we’re building a stronger, more compassionate community. The segment highlighted how our agency continues to provide vital mental health services, counseling, and community support across Palm Beach […] https://www.alpertjfs.org/continues-to-make-a-difference-across-palm-beach-county/

Palm Beach Post Highlights Alpert JFS Psychiatrist Dr. Kristi Wragg

We’re proud to see Dr. Kristi Mae Wragg, MD, MSW featured in The Palm Beach Post and Yahoo for her expertise in women’s mental health. Her insights help us advance compassionate, evidence-based care for the women and families we serve. “Hormones and the brain are deeply connected – understanding both helps women heal.” https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/healthcare/2025/10/14/breast-cancer-brain-health-and-hormones-are-all-connected/86368521007 https://www.alpertjfs.org/palm-beach-post-highlights-alpert-jfs-psychiatrist-dr-kristi-wragg/

HOMETOWN HERO: Davideen Werner donates dozens of bikes to kids in need at Alpert JFS

Davideen Werner has been donating bikes to kids and adults in need through Alpert JFS for decades.   WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — For more than two decades, this week’s “Hometown Hero” has been steadfast in her mission to make sure less fortunate kids in our community do not feel forgotten, especially around the holidays. Every year, Davideen Werner donates several dozen bicycles to those in need at Alpert Jewish Family Service.   The nonprofit provides behavioral health, mental health, and […] https://www.alpertjfs.org/hometown-hero-davideen-werner-donates-dozens-of-bikes-to-kids-in-need-at-alpert-jfs/

NatCon 25

🌟 Big news from #NatCon25! 🌟   Dr. Elaine Rotenberg, our Chief Clinical and Impact Officer, and Courtney Marx, Director of our Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Program, attended the largest national conference for mental health and substance use professionals.   We’re proud to share that Alpert Jewish Family Service received an Honorable Mention for National Organization of the Year — a testament to the powerful impact we’re making in our community and beyond.   A huge congratulations as well […] https://www.alpertjfs.org/mhfa_natcon25/

Yom HaShoah / Holocaust Remembrance Day

Today marks Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, a solemn occasion to honor the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust and to reflect on the courage and resilience of survivors. We invite you to join us this Sunday, April 27, at Temple Beth Tikvah for a powerful and meaningful day of remembrance. In the shadow of rising antisemitism and the tragic Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023, standing united against hatred is more important than ever. This solemn day will […] https://www.alpertjfs.org/yom-hashoah-holocaust-remembrance-day-2/