Counseling
JFS counseling services are designed to provide guidance and psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families, and children of all faiths. Our licensed professional staff can assist with a wide variety of therapeutic needs. Services are offered at the JFS office in Metairie.Learn More
Bruce Levy Memorial 2020 JFS Passover Food Baskets Program
Event Timing: April 5th, 2020 Event Address: Goldring-Woldenberg Jewish Community Campus 3747 West Esplanade Avenue Metairie, LA 70002 Each year, Jewish Family Service strives to make Passover meaningful by reaching as many individuals and families as possible through its Bruce Levy Memorial Passover Food Basket Distribution program. Now in its 35th year, this program helpsLearn More
Refugee and Human Trafficking Assistance
Case Management for Unaccompanied Minors and Victims of Human Trafficking is available through funding from U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI). The USCRI program serves foreign-born children who are fleeing dangerous situations in their home countries and arrive in the United States as unaccompanied minors.Learn More
Groups
Among the many services offered by JFS, are several support groups designed to help peers and families cope together with various life challenges. A sample of recent groups include Girl Power, Caregiver Support Group, and Adult Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Group.Learn More
Case Management
Case Management is the vital link providing people not only concrete solutions, but also emotional support and peace of mind. JFS has a professional case management staff that is highly trained to meet the changing needs of older adults and families with compassion and objectivity. Learn More
Adoption Home Studies
JFS is pleased to offer adoption home studies, pre-adoption counseling and post-placement studies. The service educates families about the adoption process and the special issues that adoptive families face. The state of Louisiana requires a home study for any couple or individual who wants to adopt. Assistance is also available for international adoption.Learn More