By Madeline Zuckerman
Jewish Family Service of the Desert (JFS), a leading Coachella Valley nonprofit that has supported social service needs of the Jewish and general community for over 41 years, has announced plans for its not-to-be-missed Auxiliary Luncheon on Sunday, November 17, 2024 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Indian Wells Country Club, located at 46000 Club Drive in Indian Wells, California.
This event will feature internationally recognized Brain Health Expert Dr. Marc Milstein, the best-selling author of “The Age-Proof Brain,” which brilliantly delves into new strategies to improve memory, boost focus, protect sleep, reduce stress, strengthen immunity, and fight off dementia. Currently, Dr. Milstein’s latest book is on the Amazon #1 Best Sellers List in the Longevity, Aging, and Neuroscience category.
The Jewish Family Service of the Desert’s Auxiliary represents our volunteer “boots on the ground grassroots fundraising arm of JFS,” offering direct services to members of their Family Giving Circle (FGC); these families receive financial assistance 3 to 4 times a year to provide for the basic needs to enrich their lives. Additionally, they support the Debra Dann Kay Campership fund and the JFS Angel fund that provides support to families and seniors.
Kraig Johnson, Executive Director of Jewish Family Service of the Desert shared “Auxiliary members are ambassadors of JFS, helping to raise money and spread the word of our life-saving programs and services. We are extremely grateful for their interest in serving others!”
Dr. Milstein is known for taking the leading scientific research on health and happiness and presenting it in a way that entertains, educates, and empowers his listeners. His new book offers very timely advice and insights.
Dr. Milstein has researched genetics, cancer biology, neuroscience, and infectious diseases, with his work being published in multiple scientific journals. Dr. Milstein utilizes his scientific training to catch the hype and inaccurate health headlines, to give you actionable, accurate strategies that will energize your audience and provide them a clear roadmap to a longer, healthier, more productive life, all explained in an easy-to-understand and entertaining manner.
Dr. Milstein will offer practical research-based tips on how you can boost memory, increase energy, and lower the risk of dementia. Attendees will leave this event with immediate tools, key solutions, and motivation to transform and maximize productivity and longevity.
Lois Gold, JFS Auxiliary President, shared “This is an exceptional opportunity to learn about the latest research and how to keep your mind sharp as we age, as well as, learn about JFS programs and services.”
VIP tickets to this “Brunch & The Brain” are $125 per person, which include early entrance to the event with a mimosa and a copy of Dr. Milstein’s book. Table Sponsorships at the $2,500 level include preferred seating for ten guests, early entrance to the event, tableside mimosas, a signed copy of Dr. Milstein’s book, and event recognition.. Table Sponsorships at the $1,500 level include preferred seating for ten guests, tableside mimosas, and event recognition. General admission tickets are $75 per person. For tickets and additional sponsorship information, please call Cheryl Scarlett at 760-325-4088 ext. 107 or email her at cscarlett@jfsdesert.org
ABOUT JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF THE DESERT
Jewish Family Service of the Desert (JFS) is a nonsectarian agency founded on the Jewish principle of Tikkun Olam (“Healing The World”), supporting the social service needs of Coachella Valley residents for more than 41 years by providing more than 10,000 in-person and telecare services annually in mental health, case management, emergency assistance, camp scholarships, reducing senior isolation, food support, and special programming for the community. JFS is committed to promoting the well-being of people of all ages, incomes, and lifestyles. Today, Jewish Family Service of the Desert has evolved into an organization of professionals and volunteers, providing a broad range of support and services to Coachella Valley residents each year, including our local Holocaust survivors.
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF THE DESERT’S AUXILIARY
Jewish Family Service of the Desert’s Auxiliary is a self-governing body operating under the auspices of JFS of the Desert. Members are concerned local residents who support the important work of Jewish Family Service of The Desert by fundraising, and responding to the needs of the community JFS serves. The Auxiliary’s annual activities include hosting an annual fundraising event, programming for holocaust survivors’ “Café Europa’s” monthly activities, supporting the life-saving JFS emergency assistance programs, and the Family Giving Circle.
