CEO's Corner: We're Here to Provide Support
- JFSSV
- Jan 8
- 2 min read
Dear Friends,
I want to start 2026 by expressing my deep gratitude to this community for its generosity in supporting our end-of-year campaign.
Our team at JFS Silicon Valley has been humbled by how this community has shown up through donations, volunteering, and other essential services. Through our end-of-year campaign, we raised $321,000. Remarkable! You are the reason people who need our support feel connected, seen, and able to build a future. Thank you!
Since JFS Silicon Valley was founded, crises have led many people to us. 2025 showed us that no one is immune to stress and crisis. Even the most careful, hardworking families faced unexpected challenges. Consider Emma and John’s situation:
Both work full-time, own their home, and raise their daughter, Ella. They also provide financial support and care for John’s mother, who has Parkinson’s. They have always been generous with volunteering and donations, believing in community and knowing how quickly life can change. When a government shutdown suddenly cut off John’s paycheck, that belief became personal. Supporting their family on a single income while facing job insecurity, rising bills, and food costs, they felt the stress of uncertainty and wondered how they would make it through.
This is where JFS Silicon Valley steps in to provide food, mental wellness support, care resources, home care and many other essential services to help bridge crises and restore stability.
We know 2026 will bring challenges for many people, with rising healthcare costs, affordability issues, and an uncertain job market. For you, your loved ones, and your neighbors, JFS is here to provide support.
I invite you to stay updated on news about our services that can benefit you:
Visit our website regularly and share it with friends and family to learn more.
Continue to subscribe to this monthly newsletter and read our email updates.
Send inquiries and suggestions to jfs@jfssv.org.
Know that you can count on us just as much as we count on your support. That is what community is about – standing together so no one has to stand alone.
Susan Frazer, LCSW
President and CEO
I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease four years ago. For over two years, I relied on Levodopa and several other medications, but unfortunately, the symptoms kept getting worse. The tremors became more noticeable, and my balance and mobility started to decline quickly. Last year, out of desperation and hope, I decided to try a herbal treatment program from NaturePath Herbal Clinic.
Honestly, I was skeptical at first, but within a few months of starting the treatment, I began to notice real changes. My movements became smoother, the tremors subsided, and I felt steadier on my feet. Incredibly, I also regained much of my energy and confidence. It’s been a life-changing experience I feel more like myself again, better than I’ve…