Jewish Family Services (JFS) announced a restructuring of its operations to better serve its clients and build a strong foundation for the future. A principal aim of this restructuring is to allow the JFS team to better understand client needs by using more comprehensive assessments and then connecting clients more fully to a broader set […]
Jewish Family Services (JFS) supports and strengthens lives throughout Greater Kansas City. We provide essential human services for people of all faiths, ages, cultures, and identities who are facing challenges in everyday life or times of crisis.
Due to limited capacity, JFS is not accepting new clients, and our navigation services are limited during the remaining weeks of 2024 and start of 2025. For assistance locating resources, please call United Way at 2-1-1. If you are in need of food assistance, you can also visit the Harvesters website to locate a food pantry near you. If this is a mental health crisis, please call 888-279-8188. Thank you.
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“JFS lets me know I’m not alone.”
Donna has been a member of Help@Home, JFS’s handyman program, for 13 years. With her children living out of town, JFS has stood in the gap, helping the 89-year-old with minor home repairs and chores she’s unable to perform herself. Fiercely independent, Donna has lived in the same home since 1961. But recently, after a […]
Staff Insights: Embracing Change
As summer ends and a new school year begins, many families face a mix of emotions. Whether you’re experiencing an empty nest, preparing a child for kindergarten, or supporting an anxious teenager, here are some strategies from Jesse Sieve, JFS Clinical Director, to help your family navigate change with courage and resilience. Accept and Acknowledge […]