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 though a comprehensive array of coordinated services. Cash assistance will be available on an income eligibility basis. Services provided include:
Case Management
- Intake and assessment of assistance needs
- Service plan development and follow-up
- Individual, family and elder care services
- Connecting families to service networks
- Financial literacy education and guidance
Financial Assistance
Cash assistance paid directly to vendors for:
- Fuel and heating assistance
- Utilities/household items
- Medical needs/health care/prescriptions
- Food/nutritional supplements
- Transportation
Other Services
- Legal Assistance referrals through Metrowest Legal Aide
- Emergency food assistance/utilization of the Lucy and Joe Press Food Pantry
- Employment re-entry and enhancement through the Ready for Success program, in partnership with Jewish Vocational Service
- Information & Referral
- Mental health support through CJP’s new Mental Health Access website, where individuals and professionals can find resources and information
If you are in need of help, click the button below and fill out the Request for Assistance form or call 508-875-3100.
Program Videos
From Crisis to Stability: How JFS, CJP and Community Partners Help Families Thrive
When Shari faced job loss, housing instability, and financial hardship, JFS and its community partners helped her find stability, hope, and a path forward. Watch her story and see how collaboration changes lives.
JFS and CJP Fight Homelessness in the Jewish Community
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Responding to Crisis in the Jewish Community – Together, JFS and CJP Answer the Call for Help
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Program News
JFS Welcomes Mindy Hogan from Fallon Health’s Summit ElderCare PACE Program
JFS recently welcomed Mindy Hogan, Account Executive with Fallon Health's Summit ElderCare PACE Program, who met with our team to provide an overview of the services and supports available through the program for eligible older adults. We appreciate Mindy...
From Crisis to Stability: How JFS, CJP and Community Partners Help Families Thrive
When Shari faced job loss, housing instability, and financial hardship, JFS and its community partners helped her find stability, hope, and a path forward. Watch her story and see how collaboration changes lives.
Let all who are hungry come and eat
Dear Friends, Supporters, and Community Partners: Across our community, more families are struggling to meet their most basic needs. Over the past 15 months, JFS has experienced a $2...
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