JFS of Washtenaw County

JFS of Washtenaw County All services are rendered on a non-sectarian basis. JFS is a prolific nonprofit agency that serves everyone in Washtenaw County.

Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County (JFS) is a mission-driven non-profit, 501(c)(3), organization that provides a wide range of social services offered to all residents of Washtenaw County. JFS is the only refugee resettlement agency in the county and offers myriad support services to individuals and families from all walks of life. JFS also offers professional development courses throughout the year, which provide Licensed Social Workers in attendance with Continuing Education Units. Visit www.jfsannarbor.org/ceus for more information on upcoming courses. JFS is currently seeking partners in many exciting endeavors as we provide dynamic, critical services to our community. Contact us today to find out more: info@jfsannarbor.org. To make a contribution, visit www.jfsannarbor.org/donate. Thank you for supporting out work.

Join JFS at Ann Arbor District Library for an evening story time (Grade k-5) and learn how you can help new friends fee...
09/02/2025

Join JFS at Ann Arbor District Library for an evening story time (Grade k-5) and learn how you can help new friends feel at home. When someone new comes to your school, neighborhood, or community—especially if they’re from another country—they might feel nervous, confused, or even lonely. You can make a big difference with small acts of kindness!

We can't wait to see you there!

No one should have to walk alone when starting over in a new country—WILL YOU WALK WITH THEM?👉 Join us 9/28 for Walk a M...
08/21/2025

No one should have to walk alone when starting over in a new country—WILL YOU WALK WITH THEM?

👉 Join us 9/28 for Walk a Mile in My Shoes.
Stand in solidarity with refugees, fuel JFS’s life-changing services, and show our newest neighbors that they belong.

Register today and help bridge the gap:
https://app.giveffect.com/campaigns/37398-2025-walk-a-mile-in-my-shoes

✨ JFS stands for Jewish Family Services, but it also stands for Just a Friendly Shuttle - let’s Go! ✨JFSGo provides reli...
08/14/2025

✨ JFS stands for Jewish Family Services, but it also stands for Just a Friendly Shuttle - let’s Go! ✨

JFSGo provides reliable, accessible, and safe transportation services for everyone. Whether you’re a senior who needs to make a medical appointment or a resettled client of JFS who needs to make an interview, JFSGo is there to ensure that transportation is not an issue.

JFS carefully selects and hires caring, safe, and professional drivers to provide quality services including door-through-door escorted transportation to older adults needing personal assistance. JFS has an updated fleet of minivans and vans equipped with lifts for all types of wheelchairs.

🚗 JFS GO is the Preferred Transportation Partner for the Following Organizations:
-Ann Arbor Public Schools (AAPS)
-University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor
-Silver Club Memory Programs
-Dialysis and Access Centers in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Saline
-LifeChoices: Senior Solutions
-Senior Living Centers

So when you’re registering for and supporting Walk a Mile in My Shoes, you’re also ensuring that JFSGo continues to keep others going too!

Learn more about JFSGO here:
https://www.jfsannarbor.org/jfsgo.html

Don’t forget to register to help JFS continue their crucial mission of serving the community:

https://app.giveffect.com/campaigns/37398-2025-walk-a-mile-in-my-shoes

🎒 Back-to-School Season & Mental Health Heading back to school after summer break can be exciting—but it can also bring...
08/13/2025

🎒 Back-to-School Season & Mental Health

Heading back to school after summer break can be exciting—but it can also bring anxiety, stress, or even school refusal, especially for kids and teens.

🔍 According to experts, common signs of back-to-school anxiety include:

Trouble sleeping
Complaints of stomachaches or headaches
Irritability or meltdowns
Reluctance to go to school

👂 It’s important to listen without judgment and validate their feelings. Creating structure, practicing the school routine in advance, and staying calm and encouraging can all help ease the transition.

💚 If back-to-school anxiety is affecting your family, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

THRIVE Counseling at JFS Washtenaw County offers compassionate support for children, teens, and parents. Learn more at https://www.jfsannarbor.org/thrive.html

📚 Let’s help kids head into the new school year with confidence and care.

08/12/2025

Meet Breanne Stuart: Chair of Walk a Mile in My Shoes

Breanne Stuart is honored to serve as the Chair for Walk a Mile in My Shoes, an event dedicated to building a compassionate community where everyone feels welcomed, supported, and empowered. With over 15 years of involvement with Jewish Family Services, Breanne has demonstrated a deep commitment to creating spaces of belonging and support for all.
A passionate advocate for community and connection, Breanne brings her leadership and empathy to Walk a Mile in My Shoes. She is dedicated to ensuring that every person—regardless of their background—has the opportunity to thrive and feel at home. Breanne invites you to join her in standing together for compassion, solidarity, and meaningful change.
Let’s walk together on September 28th and help create a community where everyone belongs and dignity is honored.
Register here: https://app.giveffect.com/campaigns/37398-2025-walk-a-mile-in-my-shoes

Enjoy this short introduction that also features Gabby Markowitz, Development & Events Manager

🚨 NAME THAT EQUIPMENT! 🚨Shalom Kitchen just got a brand-new addition… 🤫🍴Think you know what it is? Drop your guesses bel...
08/12/2025

🚨 NAME THAT EQUIPMENT! 🚨
Shalom Kitchen just got a brand-new addition… 🤫🍴

Think you know what it is? Drop your guesses below! 👇
(Hint: it’s going to make feeding our community faster, fresher, and even more delicious. 💛)

And check out some of our team and volunteers in action.

Www.jfsannarbor.org

JFS is seeking the following items to help support some of our markets with JFSMade! Please message below if you can hel...
08/06/2025

JFS is seeking the following items to help support some of our markets with JFSMade! Please message below if you can help!

JFS also means Journey to Flourishing Seniors!WISE provides the resources that seniors need to flourish and feel indepen...
08/06/2025

JFS also means Journey to Flourishing Seniors!
WISE provides the resources that seniors need to flourish and feel independent, by providing case management services and care coordination. WISE is important because it helps ensure older adults maintain their independence and dignity as they age. Such services provide essential support with health, social interaction, and daily living, promoting overall well-being and quality of life. Additionally, they offer valuable assistance to family caregivers and support the broader healthcare system by addressing seniors’ unique needs in a timely and compassionate manner.

When you support our Walk-a-Mile efforts, you are also supporting the refugees that use WISE and all of our incredible programs!

Learn more about WISE here:
https://www.jfsannarbor.org/wise-safety-net.html

Don’t forget to register to help JFS continue their crucial mission of serving the community:
https://app.giveffect.com/campaigns/37398-2025-walk-a-mile-in-my-shoes

✨ JFS stands for Jewish Family Service, but it also stands for Joyful Futures Start! ✨In 2024 our GROW program is proud ...
07/31/2025

✨ JFS stands for Jewish Family Service, but it also stands for Joyful Futures Start! ✨

In 2024 our GROW program is proud to celebrate 7 incredible clients who launched their own businesses.

GROW provides resources to obtain and retain employment, obtain grants, assist clients with financial literacy courses, and much more.

You can support these change-makers and their dreams: don’t miss the chance to shop JFSMade clients’ small businesses at Walk a Mile in My Shoes. Every purchase helps empower entrepreneurship and strengthens our vibrant community!

At our Walk a Mile in My Shoes, you have the chance to give back to help us continue our service to refugees in life-changing ways

REGISTER HERE:
https://app.giveffect.com/campaigns/37398-2025-walk-a-mile-in-my-shoes

🌱 Want to learn more about GROW? Visit the link in our bio or check out jfsannarbor.org/grow.html.

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2245 S State St
Ann Arbor, MI
48104

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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