Strengthening Lives in Times of Need...
Since 1943, Jewish Family Service has played a vital role in serving the constantly changing human service needs of individuals and families in Greater Cincinnati.
Our professional and experienced staff can strengthen your life in times of need...from the joys of infant adoption to the challenges with aging parents...and every age and stage in between.
Call us today for a better tomorrow. 513-469-1188.
What's new...
HUNGER 5K WALK AND RUN Memorial Day May 27, 2013
Join the Jewish Family Service team for this annual community fight against hunger. Walk, run, or just donate from your sofa. Every $20 helps stock our food pantry shelves with 100 lbs of food from Freestore Foodbank. Learn more.
We're proud to announce that Stephanie Aronhalt, our Aging Services Operations Manager, received the award for the OSHIIP 2012 Rookie of the Year! OSHIIP (Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program) is the state of Ohio's Department of Insurance program that provides Medicare information.
"I really do enjoy working with seniors and with their Medicare concerns/issues," said Stephanie. Learn more how she can help with your Medicare concerns.
BE A BIG! A vulnerable child needs your friendship! Be a BIG and help a Little (boy or girl from ages 7-17) develop into successful, well-rounded individual.
Learn more Join us 6:15-7:30 pm, Monday, May 20 at REDTREE GALLERY in Oakley for coffee and dessert to learn more about the Bigs & Littles program. Connecting with a child for a few hours a month can make a difference for a lifetime. A few hours a month can make a difference for a lifetime! Learn more.
JFS strengthened the community with annual professional development workshop
261 professionals gained new insights into forgiveness on April 11 when Jewish Family Service presented the 9th annual Miriam O. Smith Educational Series "Don't ask me to forgive you! A radical approach to healing from interpersonal wounds" with national media guest expert and best selling author Janis Abrahms Spring, PhD, ABPP. Read full release
WE GIVE A...
...senior adult independence
and concerned children peace of mind.
Learn how. Watch the short video at wegivea.com
420 Passover meals delivered with a smile
With the help of 120 volunteers, the 15th annual Dr. Samuel S. Rockwern Passover Delivery of Jewish Family Service delivered 420 Passover meals to families who could not otherwise afford to celebrate the holiday.
CONTINUING EDUCATION SEMINARS
Earn 1.5 CEUs when you join us at our monthly seminars. Topics include "Understanding Transgender," "Working with Abuse and Addiction in the Orthodox Community," "ADHD in Adults," and more. See the full schedule. ($15 for 1.5 CEUs).
Have a question about MEDICARE?
Jewish Family Service has been approved by the State of Ohio as one of only a handful of sites in the Tri-state area to provide Medicare counseling and information; and the only Jewish communal site in Southwestern Ohio. Learn more
How our food pantry strengthens lives...a personal story
Barry, age 53, worked in insurance before his health took a turn for the worse, he lost his job, and needed assistance from Jewish Family Service Food Pantry. Learn more Video of Barry in his own words.
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Older Adult Services receives funds administered by Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio.
Social services for Nazi victims have been supported by a grant from the
Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany.
513 469 1188
8487 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236
www.jfscinti.org





