About Us

Please take a moment to get to know us!

Our Mission
Jewish Family Service of Greater New Orleans (JFS) is a social service agency dedicated to preserving, strengthening and enhancing the well-being and self-sufficiency of individuals and families at every stage of life.

Jewish Family Service is a constituent agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans and a community impact partner of United Way of Southeast Louisiana.

Established over 60 years ago, Jewish Family Service is a “whole person environment,” serving Greater New Orleans regardless of race, religion, disability, gender, or sexual orientation. Services are available on a sliding fee scale, based on income.

Our History
Jewish Family Service was initially created when the Jewish Children’s Home closed in 1948.  Jewish Family Service became a separate organization, with its own 501 (C)(3) status in 1976.  Originally established to help Jewish families, Jewish Family Service, a United Way of Southeast Louisiana Partner Agency, opened it doors to people of all faiths in 1982.  Take a look through our Newsletters on our Publications page for a glimpse into our history.

Since then, the scope of the agency has increased tremendously.  JFS helps the community strengthen the family and the individual to reach their full potential through various programs and services including: providing individual and group counseling, educating our young people about depression and suicide prevention, promoting independence for the elderly, providing case management, and assisting in adoptions.

As JFS continues to build an online presence, please check back on this website for news updates or Volunteer and Employment Opportunities.

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