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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SAVE THE DATE
Seize the DreamThursday, May 11, 2023
Honorees:
David and Gail Milowe
and receiving the
JFS Max Michelson Humanitarian Award:
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Crisis in Ukraine
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Fun Evening Learning About JFS, Knitting, & Beer
Clockwise: Past President David Milowe’s daughter Jackie on the brewery tour at Jack’s Abby. JFS CEO, Lino Covarrubias helping Board member...
International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Today on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, JFS remembers Max Michelson Z’’L; our mentor, friend, teacher, guiding light to so many of...
Jewish Family Service of Metrowest Receives $20,000 Grant from Middlesex Savings Charitable Foundation
Grant will be used to provide supplemental nutritional assistance to low-income immigrant families and frail older adults. Framingham, Mass.,...
JFS Recieves Grant to Help Immigrants and Refugees in Need this Winter
Framingham, MA – January 20, 2023 – Brisk weather, light-decorated homes and scenes of snow-blanketed landscapes are the hallmarks of the...
Delivering Warm Wishes from JFS
On Thursday January 19th, fifteen JFS volunteers came to our office in Framingham, to pick up and deliver over 100 “Warm Gifts” for our older adult...
TAKE ACTION this MLK, Jr. Day – A Message from CEO Lino Covarrubias
Making veggie lasagnas and banana bread for the Lucy and Joe Press Food Pantry and signing up to become an Active Bystander are just a few ways you can live into the example of activism set by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. this holiday weekend. Hear a message from CEO Lino Covarrubias and learn how you can TAKE ACTION today and make a difference in our community. Wishing everyone a meaningful MLK, Jr. Day!
Celebrating the 2022 Work of JFS and Looking Forward to 2023
Presenting the 2022 JFS Report to the Community! Read a message from our Board President, Josef Volman and CEO, Lino Covarrubias – wishing you health, happiness and success in 2023!
Resettled Refugee from Afghanistan Receives Vehicle through Second Chance Cars
https://vimeo.com/781924470 If you live outside of the metro Boston area, you know that working, shopping, getting to appointments, and...
Board Members Enlist Family and Friends to Bring Cheer to Vulnerable Older Adult Clients
This month to celebrate the holiday season and bring cheer to clients in need, Board Member Michelle Bearak hosted over 20 friends and family...
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
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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Responding to Crisis in the Jewish Community – Together, JFS and CJP Answer the Call for Help
Supported by CJP
2021 JFS of Metrowest Annual Meeting
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