These are real accounts of courage, resourcefulness, and hope—qualities shared by so many of our clients who are working hard to accomplish their goals and move forward.
Meet Zita Liebermensch, Longtime JFS Supporter and Community Champion. Recently, we had the privilege of sitting down with Zita to find out why she’s inspired to live a life of giving.
Recently, Jewish Family Service and the Center for Jewish Care were honored to celebrate the strength and resiliency of 59 Holocaust Survivors residing in San Diego and Orange Counties. During World War II, many Survivors were denied the opportunity to celebrate their Bar or Bat Mitzvahs when they came of age. Thanks to the generosity of the Honig Family Foundation, we were able to host a B’nai Mitzvah celebration on Sunday, November 5, 2023.
Every year, Jewish Family Service provides critical assistance and compassionate care to more than 90,000 people across San Diego, Orange, and Riverside Counties. Day in and day out, we simply could not do the work we do without a dedicated and passionate team of volunteers. Read on to find out how our volunteers are making an impact in the community and why we call them “The Heart of JFS”.
After John was diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment, Donna and John discovered meaningful and engaging activities for him to participate in at the BAOAC.
Life Lessons is a compilation of interviews with Holocaust Survivors and features intimate stories, photos, and words of advice. The publication of their responses is an affirmation that their experiences will live on to inform and inspire others.
“An Important Time to Express Our Humanity.” Even though volunteering is different during COVID-19, the Jarvis family has discovered the joys of giving back.
Crystal, Kellan, and their two kids were homeless for years. The Safe Parking Program helped them find stable housing.
After leaving an abusive marriage, Loretta found safety and a sense of community in the Safe Parking Program.
The Life Lessons Project is documenting the experiences and memories of 44 Holocaust Survivors living in San Diego.
Despite being 50 years apart, Golan has brought warmth and adventure into Joann’s life as she battles cancer.
A fixed income and the cost of living make it difficult for Bill to cover household expenses. That’s where we come in.
A family is reunited through the JFS Desert Vista Permanent Supportive Housing program.
Issues like homelessness can feel bigger than any one of us. Learn how we are working together to help families establish the foundations they can build on.
Meet the industrious high schooler behind the gleaning project at JFS.
For Alan, it’s all about building a better future for his family.
A life-changing partnership with Dreams for Change.
75 years after his 13th birthday, we celebrated with Lazar at the Balboa Avenue Older Adults Center.
Learn how volunteers Louis and George are helping to shape the future of our community for generations to come
There is no manual for growing up. But sometimes a dedicated mentor is even better.
To leave your homeland in search of a better life is to embark on a challenging journey marked by anxiety, sacrifice, and hard work.
