Jewish Family Services of Western New York

Jewish Family Services of Western New York Every person in the JFS Buffalo service area coping with significant life challenge or personal change.

We are a multifaceted agency offering a broad range of complementary, integrated services delivered by highly qualified professionals in psychiatry, psychology, nursing, social work and rehabilitation counseling; committed volunteers and community contributors. Our services are available to all individuals – from infants, children and adolescents to families and the frail elderly – regardless of religious affiliation, ethnicity, race, culture, gender or ability to pay. Our compassionate health care and social service professionals administer comprehensive programs that offer comfort, counseling and connection to a broad network of support. In every service area – from elder care to refugee resettlement to behavioral and physical health – JFS focuses on client-directed treatment of the whole self. We are guided by the essential connection between mental well-being, physical wellness and positive self worth.

You may not know this, but our CEO Dr. Molly Carr has a pretty sweet secret hobby.... cake decorating! She's crafting so...
03/11/2026

You may not know this, but our CEO Dr. Molly Carr has a pretty sweet secret hobby.... cake decorating! She's crafting something delicious to auction off at tomorrow's Matzah Ball, so come ready to win something sweet for your table. We can't wait to see what she cooks up!

This time of year, many of us can feel unmotivated and even disengaged in everyday life. Check out how changing your die...
03/10/2026

This time of year, many of us can feel unmotivated and even disengaged in everyday life. Check out how changing your diet can help boost your mood during colder months, and remember that Spring is just around the corner.

Now, more than ever, we must come together as a community to celebrate our deep roots in Western New York and the new pr...
03/04/2026

Now, more than ever, we must come together as a community to celebrate our deep roots in Western New York and the new programs and faces that have made this past year special. Today and tomorrow are the LAST DAYS to get your Matzah Ball tickets- click the link below to get yours before they’re gone.

We express our deepest condolences to the family of Nurul Amin Shah Alam.
02/27/2026

We express our deepest condolences to the family of Nurul Amin Shah Alam.

02/24/2026

The Blessing Circle is a support group for those whose loved ones struggle with mental illness or substance abuse. If you’re interested in attending, email Rabbi Yonina at yfoster@jfswny.org or give her a call at (716) 331 5313. All are welcome.

Over 40% of us are the ‘go-to’ for others — always showing up in whatever ways we can.All that care can get intense — 1 ...
02/21/2026

Over 40% of us are the ‘go-to’ for others — always showing up in whatever ways we can.

All that care can get intense — 1 in 4 caregivers are ‘in the red’. Are you?

· Get your Intensity Score in just a few minutes: https://archangelscii.me/tbz-social

· Connect to free support in the state of New York and beyond (now or whenever you want).

· Want to shape what support looks like? Join us for a focus group March 4th-5th. Enjoy a meal and $25 gift card while you share your experience: https://go.archangels-cii.me/tbz

Presented Temple Beth Zion, Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation, and Jewish Family Services of Western New York. Powered by ARCHANGELS.

Our next Black History Month spotlight is George Edmund Haynes (1880-1960). Haynes was one of the leaders in uniting sev...
02/20/2026

Our next Black History Month spotlight is George Edmund Haynes (1880-1960). Haynes was one of the leaders in uniting several associations and committees working toward Black civil rights creating the National Urban League.

He went on to work as special assistant to the secretary of labor, making him one of the two highest ranking Black federal employees to have influence at the cabinet level.

Learn more about his work at https://www.naswfoundation.org/Our-Work/NASW-Social-Work-Pioneers/NASW-Social-Workers-Pioneers-Bio-Index/id/676

Join us as we wish our friends in the Muslim community an easy fast as they begin the monthlong celebration of Ramadan.
02/18/2026

Join us as we wish our friends in the Muslim community an easy fast as they begin the monthlong celebration of Ramadan.

The Matzah Ball is less than a month away, and we can’t wait to see everyone for an evening of dining, dancing, and cele...
02/16/2026

The Matzah Ball is less than a month away, and we can’t wait to see everyone for an evening of dining, dancing, and celebrating our community (kehilla). We’d love to have you join us as we share updates and stories from our programs and celebrate all we’ve done, together.

Click the link below to learn more about this year’s theme and get your tickets today! https://secure.qgiv.com/for/matzahball2026/event/tmb26/?utm_source=social_media&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=matzahball_2026&utm_content=post_5

Our next Black History Month spotlight is Lester Blackwell Granger (1897-1976) an early pioneer in introducing civil rig...
02/13/2026

Our next Black History Month spotlight is Lester Blackwell Granger (1897-1976) an early pioneer in introducing civil rights to social work advocacy.

He became the first Black to serve as president of the National Conference of Social Work. After WWII, he served as a special consultant to the Navy in supports of efforts to desegregate the Military, earning him the Navy’s Distinguished Civilian Service Award and the Presidential Medal for Merit.

Learn more at his work at https://www.naswfoundation.org/Our-Work/NASW-Social-Work-Pioneers/NASW-Social-Workers-Pioneers-Bio-Index/id/685

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70 Barker Street
Buffalo, NY
14209

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