Programs & Services
Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley provides our local community with quality human services and programs in the areas of counseling and crisis assistance, career counseling and employment services, senior services, Holocaust survivor support, refugee resettlement, emigré support, and volunteer opportunities for all ages.
Our JFS staff are seasoned professionals who combine contemporary clinical and social service skills with traditional values to strengthen and enhance the lives of our clients, whatever challenges they may face. JFS serves clients without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, or ability to pay.
Last year, Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley enhanced the lives of over 6,700 people. We are very proud of our accomplishments.
With your support, we will continue to make a difference!
Counseling and Emergency Services
JFS provides individual and family counseling for parents and their children, both onsite and at local Jewish schools. JFS also provides emergency intervention services to children, adults, and families during times of crisis or transition.
- Specialized services for preschoolers through high school students, their parents and teachers
- Parenting support services to help you deal with your child rearing challenges
- Personal counseling services and compassionate guidance
- Crisis counseling and assistance during times of transition
For more information, contact:
Lizi Oceransky, MA
Social Services Counselor
lizio@jfssv.org
(408) 357-7425
Return to Top
Connections to Work:
Career Counseling and Employment Services
JFS offers a range of employment related counseling and English language training programs to assist recent Israeli émigrés and refugees in finding jobs with local employers.
- Skills assessment to identify your strengths
- Job referrals to match you to employers who can use your skills
- Resumé writing and interview preparation to put your best foot forward
- On-line job search to give you access to Silicon Valley employers
- Vocational ESL classes and support
JFS seeks job openings for resettlement clients...
For more information, contact:
Zoya Lazer, MLS
Director of Vocational and Career Services
zoyal@jfssv.org
408-357-7452
Return to Top
Senior Services
JFS professionals work with aging seniors and their families to assess their needs and develop comprehensive plans for long term care and safety; in either an independent or assisted living environment.
- Comprehensive care planning to ensure a safe, yet independent lifestyle
- Family consultation service to help with aging family members
- Professional supportive services to Chai House residents
- Preparing for the Future comprehensive long-term planning
- Caregivers support to assist you help your loved one
- To Life! Wellness workshops and related programs
- Jewish holiday food baskets and Friendly Visitors connect you to the Jewish community
- Project SAFE matches seniors with experienced caregivers
For more information, contact:
Avital Agam, BSW
Social Services Case Manager
avitala@jfssv.org
408-357-7450
Project SAFE
The Secure Alternatives For Elders Registry [SAFE] is operated by Jewish Family Services for the purpose of matching our clients who are in need of assistance in the home, with people in the community who can provide these services. Please contact Avital Agam at avitala@jfssv.org or call (408) 357-7450. A SAFE Registry Application Form is available.
We are always looking for experienced caregivers to join us in our efforts. If you are interested in finding rewarding work in helping seniors or people in need, please call Zoya Lazer at (408) 357-7452 to schedule an interview.
Return to Top
Holocaust Survivor Support
JFS provides a broad range of support services for over 160 local Holocaust survivors and their families; to assist in maintaining their financial, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Reparations claims assistance and up-to-date Claims Conference information
- Emergency services and financial assistance
- Case management and emotional support
- Home visits and homemaker assistance
- Wellness services and greater access to medical care
For more information, contact:
Laura Sigura, MSW
Holocaust Survivor Social Services Coordinator
lauras@jfssv.org
408-357-7451
Return to Top
Refugee Resettlement and Émigré Programs
JFS provides resettlement support services, English and citizenship training, and community connection to hundreds of refugees and émigrés who have recently arrived in Silicon Valley.
- Resettlement services for families and individuals
- Extensive ESL and citizenship classes
- Bilingual health education and wellness workshops
- Jewish holiday celebrations and social integration
- Russian Jewish War Veterans connections and support
JFS produces a Russian Language newsletter to facilitate communication about the agency and to help émigrés communicate with each other.
For more information about our services for refugees and émigrés, please contact:
Resettlement Services:
Azita Eshagh
Resettlement Coordinator
azitae@jfssv.org
408-357-7457
Émigré Programs:
Galina Chyorny
Case Manager
galinac@jfssv.org
408-357-7458
Return to Top
|
