Outcomes

Last year, Jewish Family and Children’s Services helped more than 130,000 people solve the problems in their lives. We continue to strengthen individuals, families, and communities across the Bay Area, and are a lifeline for anyone facing personal crises or challenges.

Highlights:

AWARD-WINNING SERVICES

1,549,000 hours of loving care through JFCS’ Seniors At Home and Rhoda Goldman Plaza enabled older adults to live safely and with dignity.

92% of counseling clients reported improved mental well-being

300 young adults with disabilities and their families are living full and independent lives, thanks to JFCS’ Shupin Community.

9,970 individuals and their families were comforted through JFCS’ Spiritual Care and Chaplaincy Services.

OUR COMMUNITY’S SAFETY-NET

3,500 families received emergency financial aid.

40,516 warm meals were delivered to seniors in need.

20,465 bags of groceries, and 1,444 grocery store vouchers ensured that low-income individuals and families can put nutritious food on the table.

SHAPING THE FUTURE

39,000 children, teens, and parents’ lives were transformed by therapy, coaching, workshops, and more through JFCS’ Center for Children and Youth.

91% of children indicated a clinically significant reduction in symptoms of depression or anxiety.

97% of parents reported improved confidence in their parenting skills.

FIGHTING ANTISEMITISM AND HATE

48,000 teachers, students, and community members learned about antisemitism, the Holocaust, and how to stand up to hate through JFCS’ Holocaust Center.

1,300,000 students will be reached by 2029 to combat hate through teacher trainings by the JFCS-led California Teachers Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education.