Accelerating Social, Academic and Health Equity
Jewish Family Service of Metrowest (JFS) provides vital social, health, and community services to alleviate suffering, enhance lives, and support people in need.
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Thank You for Attending Seize the Dream!
To our honorees, award recipients, volunteers, all those who attended the celebration and all who generously support JFS of Metrowest's efforts to...
JFS Announces that Adam Smith will Join the Executive Team as Senior Director of Innovation and Community Engagement
JFS is excited to announce to the community that Adam Smith will be joining the Executive team as Senior Director of Innovation and Community...
Attend the 46th JFS Annual Meeting on Monday June 10, 2024!
YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THE 46th JFS ANNUAL MEETING! Monday June 10, 2024 6:30-8:00 PM [button...
JFSMW Job Opening: Case Manager – Immigrant Services
JFS of Metrowest JOB OPENING Job Title: Case Manager Primary Assignment: Immigrant Services Salary Range: Commensurate with Level of Education and...
JFS Elder Expert Presents at the 36th Global Conference of Alzheimer’s Disease International
This year, the 36th Global Conference of Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI) took place in Krakow, Poland. The theme of this year's conference...
For those Facing Eviction, Faith Leaders call for Assistance! What they think would help.
With one simple step, Massachusetts can save hundreds of families from homelessness, protect children from unimaginable trauma and cut the number of...
Take ACTION in Celebration of Earth Day!
One of our main tenets at JFS is Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World). Never has our Earth been in more need of physical repair than with the...
In Partnership with CJP, JFS Distributes Over 3,000 Meals for Passover!
Together, with the help of over 150 volunteers and staff, JFS of Metrowest coordinated the delivery of over 3,000 Kosher meals for Passover to...
Thank You to our 2024 Boston Marathon Runners!
Congratulations to all of the 2024 Boston Marathon Runners! Cynthia Fraine, John Schultz, and Jerome Rubin ran the 2024 Boston Marathon to support...
JFS Supports the Needs of Families at Every Stage of Life
Family Assistance Network
Supported by CJP, the JFS Family Assistance Network provides confidential and respectful assistance to individuals and families in Metrowest to help them meet the short-term challenges resulting from urgent financial difficulties. Our goal is to help households remain independent and financially self-sufficient.
Programs Include: Interest-Free Loan Program, Lucy and Joe’s Food Pantry, Holiday Assistance, Information and Referral, Ready for Success Employment Support
Accelerating Academic & Social Equity
Poverty, high family stress, language barriers and overburdened educational systems are some of the obstacles to success faced by many students in our community. To accelerate academic and social equity for those who face these barriers, JFS is working in collaboration with the Framingham School Department, Framingham State University and MassBay Community College to address academic, social and basic needs challenges.
Programs Include: JFS/FPS Resource Room, Pathways to College Success, Enhanced Case Management, Information and Referral
Immigrant & Resettlement Services
Today’s immigrant families face many challenges, and JFS is developing innovative, integrated resources that address the social, emotional and financial needs of new Americans as they adapt to their new surroundings.
Programs Include: Citizenship Assistance, Enhanced Case Management, Resettlement Support, Children’s Clothing Closet, Information and Referral
Innovative Community Programs
JFS is a nimble and responsive community-based organization that works to fill gaps in existing services and frequently pilots new and innovative programs to meet unaddressed or emerging community needs.
Programs Include: CJP anti-poverty initiative, JFS/Rashi Learning and Leadership Council, Holiday Assistance, Temple Partnerships, Mobilizing Tikkun Olam
Healthy Aging and Support for Adults aged 60+
JFS is improving safety, social engagement and access to medical care for frail older adults to maximize their health, independence and quality of life as they navigate the challenges that come with aging.
Programs Include: Allies in Aging Geriatric Care Management, Healthy Aging, Healthy Partners, Homecare, Patient Navigator
Impactful Volunteer Opportunities
Each year, JFS partners with over 350 volunteers to positively and significantly impact our community. Across 15+ programs, opportunities range from mentoring students to providing support to older adults to assisting in the office. Volunteer with JFS and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people in need.
Programs Include: Patient Navigator, Immigrant Services, Development, Healthy Aging, Children’s Clothing Closet
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JFS Fosters Innovative Partnerships for Brighter Tomorrows
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What is the One Word You Would Use to Describe JFS of Metrowest?
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JFS Addresses the Housing Crisis – Collaborative Housing Solutions that Build Thriving Communities
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JFS and CJP Fight Homelessness in the Jewish Community
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Through the Power of Volunteerism, JFS is Changing the Lives of Refugees Seeking Safety in Our Community
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