Calm in the Chaos
Menucha Cares offers compassionate, hands-on support for families facing illness, loss, or sudden life disruptions. From meals and childcare to emotional support and resource guidance, we’re here to bring calm, dignity, and relief when it’s needed most.
In Action
Our programs are built to bring relief, restore stability, and preserve dignity
Crisis Response Team
We coordinate quick, hands-on help during emergencies — including meals, rides, hospital visits, and emotional support.
Family Support
Short-term childcare, errands, and home help for families managing illness, burnout, or other disruptions.
Grief & Transition Care
Compassionate presence and practical guidance after a loss or major life change — we’re here to help you through.
Resource Navigation
We help families access community resources, referrals, and financial aid — with warmth and confidentiality.
Meal Support Network
Fresh, home-cooked meals delivered during times of illness, postpartum recovery, or family crisis — because nourishment is also care.
Volunteer Visitations
Trained volunteers offer short friendly visits to those who are homebound, isolated, or going through difficult times — bringing warmth, conversation, and connection.
About Us
Menucha Cares is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing calm, dignity, and practical support to families facing crisis. Whether it's illness, loss, or emergency, we step in with compassion and care — offering meals, help at home, and someone to lean on.
Our Team
Rochel Friedman
Executive Director
Rochel leads Menucha Cares with clarity, compassion, and over a decade of experience supporting families in crisis.
Sara Lurie
Family Support Liaison
Sara ensures families receive the help they need — from warm meals to gentle listening.
Devorah Klein
Volunteer Engagement
Devorah matches volunteers with purpose, ensuring every act of kindness finds its way to someone in need.
Yossi Adler
Intake Coordinator
Yossi is often the first voice our families hear — calmly assessing each situation and connecting them with the support they need.
Reach Out
Address: 1231 Carmel Ct, Lakewood, NJ 08701