At Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minnesota, our impact is reflected in the people we serve, the communities we strengthen and the ways our programs respond to changing needs. Our Impact Reports offer a closer look at the reach and results of our work, from mental health and senior services to career support, food security, community engagement, and more. Explore the reports below to see how JFCS is putting our values into action and making a difference across Minnesota.
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Professional case managers assist adults living with mental health challenges by coordinating and obtaining a wide range of services for them, individually tailored to help promote and maintain independence, stability and health. Maintaining healthy relationships with family, friends and community is encouraged and promoted.
JFCS awards camp scholarships to youth in our community each year, providing the opportunity to attend camp to build new life skills, become more independent and connect with peers on a deeper level.
Certified career development professionals help with every aspect of the job search, including identifying career goals; connecting clients with trainings; building résumés and interviewing skills; and finding the best position for the client’s needs. JFCS Career Services is FREE and serves people of all backgrounds.
The Twin Cities Jewish Community Annual Mental Health Education Conference dismantles stigma, cultivates new wisdom, and provides resources and relationships to care for ourselves and our communities. The “Keeping the Spirit Alive” Caregivers Conference explores education and tools for caregivers supporting a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia.
Licensed therapists help clients identify goals and solutions to problems that cause emotional turmoil, improve coping skills and symptom management, strengthen self-esteem, promote behavior change and function at their best. JFCS offers individual psychotherapy for all ages, couples therapy, play therapy, grief support and more.
JFCS provides emergency and long-term food assistance, including emergency food boxes, assistance applying for SNAP, and connecting individuals and families to community food resources, working collaboratively with partners throughout the community to better support individuals and families and advocacy efforts.
Hag Sameach (“Happy Holidays”) works with local synagogues, the Minnesota JCC, PRISM and other organizations to ensure that people in our community who are in need of extra assistance, both during the holidays and throughout the rest of the year, have a resource for holiday gifts and essential items.
Intake and Resource Connection (IRC) is JFCS’ first response to questions or requests for help. Experienced intake counselors listen, assess needs, and connect individuals and families with JFCS programs and community supports. Conversations with IRC are kept confidential, so people can feel safe reaching out and sharing what’s going on.
J-Pride is dedicated to creating community through queer-focused Jewish programming for LGBTQ+ Jews and their allies throughout the Twin Cities, striving to provide social, ritual, and educational opportunities designed by and for the LGBTQ+ Jewish community.
JFCS provides essential services to people of all ages and backgrounds to sustain healthy relationships, ease suffering and offer support in times of need. JFCS provides career services, community engagement, education and learning, essential services, mental health & support services, and senior & caregiving services.
Jacob Garber Transportation program provides rides for clients who reside within a defined service area in Hennepin County and in St. Paul. It’s a convenient, reliable way for ambulatory adults to get to a doctor’s appointment, friend’s house, grocery store and more.
Kosher Meals on Wheels provides weekly home delivery of up to seven frozen, nutritionally balanced kosher meals to participants. Participants can choose from 20 menu options—including poultry, beef, vegetarian, fish, and ethnic-inspired dishes—to meet their dietary preferences and needs.
PJ Library sends free books that celebrate Jewish values and culture to families with children from birth through age 12, and cultivates a thriving community through regular events, support circles, small gatherings, and big celebrations for families raising Jewish children. All types families raising Jewish children are welcome.
ParentChild+ is a free home visiting program that promotes creative ways to learn through play, increases parenting skills and helps children prepare for school. Participating families receive free educational books and toys. Trained early learning specialists (English, Spanish and Somali-speaking) visit homes 2x/week for 2 years.
RPS supports families and individuals who are impacted by Substance Use Disorder and other addictions. Programming includes education about addiction for diverse audiences, confidential consultations with family members, and referrals to a variety of resources in the Twin Cities and beyond.
JFCS Senior Services support the dignity and independence of older adults, providing highly personalized care with boundless compassion, working to ensure meaningful, safe, supported, and independent living at home, along with resources, education, and respite for caregivers.
The Disability Inclusion Program raises awareness and increases access for people with disabilities to participate in all aspects of Jewish life. Caring Connections provides opportunities for Jewish adults with disabilities to take part in social and educational events and to engage in Jewish holidays, celebrations and traditions.
