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Gail Schulman, JF&CS CEO

Update from the most recent edition of the 
Making Connections newsletter
 

February 23, 2026

 

Dear Friends,

Before I started working at JF&CS, February brought to mind images of snow and freezing temperatures—and those images certainly hold true today. But JF&CS has given me another lens on February: it’s also Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month. I know that’s a bit of a mouthful, but in practice it speaks to a set of values that actually brings me great joy.  

I love interacting with participants in our day program for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities here at JF&CS’s Waltham headquarters—and I’m reminded that inclusion is something we live and practice in community. I take joy from hearing about our participants’ days—their dancing, their cooking, their volunteer work, and so much more. And I am reminded of our teaching that every person is created in God’s image and belongs fully to our community life.

In the last year, JF&CS helped more than 1,000 people with disabilities pursue full, purposeful lives. That work spans many moments and settings—from 24/7 residential supports, to skill building and employment, to guidance in times of transition.

This month, we bring you stories of people whose lives have been strengthened through JF&CS’s compassionate, integrated services. Thank you for being part of this work, and for helping to create a community where people of all abilities truly find dignity and belonging.
 


Gail Schulman

Chief Executive Officer

P.S. One of our biggest volunteer mobilization efforts of the year is underway as we prepare to deliver Passover meals to neighbors in need. We invite you to deliver meals in Greater Boston, the North Shore, or the South Shore on March 25–26. In just a couple of hours, you can bring the warmth and meaning of Passover directly to someone’s door. Learn more and sign up.
 

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