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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Featured News
JFS Selected as the IMA Philanthropic Partner of 2023!
Each year the Incentive Marketing Association (IMA) supports a nonprofit local to the IMA Summit. This year, we are thrilled to announce that the IMA has chosen to partner with JFS! Thank you to the IMA for their partnership and support! Click to learn more.
CELEBRATING OLDER ADULT MONTH!
In recognition of Older Adult Month, JFS reaffirms its commitment to supporting older adults in need within our Metrowest community. JFS...
JFS Receives a Donation to Support Veterans!
Earlier this month JFS received a very generous donation from a local middle school student named Ben. Ben decided to do a mitzvah project with...
ICYMI- May 2023 eNewsletter- Sign up Today!
Click to read the May 2023 issue of the JFS Monthly Report: Did you get your copy of this month's eNewsletter? No? Sign up now and receive the next...
Food Pantry Donation in Honor of Eliza J. Norton
Earlier this month, JFS received an incredibly generous donation to the Lucy and Joe Press Food Pantry, which provides emergency food and...
Job Opening: Case Manager, Immigrant Services (Specialist I)
JFS seeks a Case Manager to provide case management support to refugees from the Ukraine as they resettle in the Metrowest Greater Boston area. Ukrainian language proficiency highly preferred. Full time position, part time may also be considered. Click to learn more.
Young Family Receives a Vehicle through Second Chance Cars
If you live outside of the metro Boston area, you know that working, shopping, getting to appointments, and managing the demands of life can...
JFS is proud to announce that CEO Lino Covarrubias has been named one of 50 Most Influential Business Leaders of Color in Metrowest for the second time in five years!
“I’m beyond humbled and honored to be celebrated with some of my most esteemed colleagues including Guimel DeCarvalho from Wayside, Jesse Edwards...
JFS, The Shapiro Foundation and others team up with a new innovative program for Ukrainian resettlement
Recently JFS of Metrowest along with many other partners such as Bright Horizons, Alight, The Shapiro Foundation, Miles 4 Migrants, Talent Beyond...
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.
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, Healthy Harvest, Weekend Nutrition, Children’s Clothing Closet, Information and Referral, Syrian Refugee Humanitarian Project
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: Kesher, Temple Partnerships, Bar/Bat Mitzvah Projects, Jewish Education Collaborative, LGBTQ+ Services and Information/Referral
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.
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.
Compelling Stories
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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Through the Power of Collaborative Partnerships JFS Changes the Lives of Immigrants in Our Community
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