Jewish Family Service of the Lehigh Valley, guided by Jewish values, helps individuals and families to live healthier and more stable lives by providing social services, professional counseling, education and community programs.
The vision of JFS is that no one in our community should suffer hunger, isolation, abandonment, emotional or physical distress, or lack of community support and caring.
SERVICES INCLUDE:
- COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY
The JFS Community Food Pantry serves households experiencing food insecurity using a choice model that provides food and personal care items. The food pantry is open to individuals and families living in the 18104-zip code as well as Jewish community members in the Lehigh Valley by appointment.
- OLDER ADULT SERVICES
Case management services are offered to clients over the age of 65 living in Lehigh and Northampton counties. A licensed social worker collaborates with clients, families, and caregivers to develop care plans that connect them to resources, programs, and services which will enhance their quality of life.
- COUNSELING
Licensed clinical social workers provide a full range of counseling services to individuals, couples, families and groups of all religions and backgrounds. Clients develop strategies to cope with change, loss or the stresses of everyday life through a strength-based model. Medicare and insurance are accepted, and a sliding fee schedule is available for uninsured clients.
- ACCESSIBILITY & INCLUSION
The needs of individuals and families whose lives are impacted by intellectual, developmental, and physical challenges are addressed through assessments and strength-based treatment plans that foster greater self-reliance and independence. In addition, JFS offers psychoeducational support groups for parents, individuals with disabilities and their family members.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Volunteers are crucial to the work of Jewish Family Service in caring for our community. Our staff, and the individuals and families we serve, greatly appreciate the passion and enthusiasm volunteers bring to our programs and services. From teens through retirees, individuals and groups can volunteer for rewarding short-term or long-term opportunities that expand the reach of the agency in key service areas. Joining our volunteer corps makes a difference in the lives of JFS clients.
Opportunities include:
- Help with the Community Food Pantry
- Lead a Shabbat service at a long-term care residence
- Lead a holiday program at a long-term care residence
- Deliver Mazel Meals
- Becoming a volunteer driver
- And so much more
Interested in learning more?
Call us at 610.821.8722 or visit https://jfslv.org/get-involved/