What we do
WE’RE HERE TO HELP
For over a century Jewish Family Service of St. Paul has been a lifeline to people in need. We offer programs to individuals and families to assist them in obtaining the skills and resources they need to meet life’s challenges with dignity.
In the News
JFS Seeks Candidates for Leadership Position
With the impending retirement of our beloved colleague Chris Rosenthal, we have begun the search for a new Director of Aging Services. The purpose of the position is to supervise staff and services of the Aging and Disability Services Department. The primary qualifications for the position include: Master’s degree in social work or RN licensed […]
Help Wanted For the Annual B’Yachad Gift Program
B’Yachad means “together” in Hebrew, and JFS is pleased to continue its annual tradition of coming together with the community to provide JFS clients and other referred individuals in need with gifts to let them know they are being thought of during the holiday season. In keeping with our commitment to respond to the needs of both the […]
Events
what’s happening
Do My Parents Need to Move?
November 17, 2019 / 10:00am - 11:30amLearn more about what it means to age-in-place, how to find senior housing and the mystery of successful downsizing.
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Grief Support Group
November 20, 2019 / 3:00pm - 4:30pmIn partnership with Sholom Home West, JFS facilitates a grief support group. The group is designed to support people during the grief process in a nur
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Dementia Caregiver Support Group
November 25, 2019 / 3:00pm - 4:00pmIn partnership with Sholom Home East and the Alzheimer’s Association, JFS facilitates a dementia caregiver support group for people who are providin
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December 4, 2019 / 3:00pm - 4:30pmIn partnership with Sholom Home, JFS facilitates a grief support group. The group is designed to support people during the grief process in a nurturin
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B’Yachad & Brews
December 5, 2019 / 6:00pm - 9:00pmJoin Us for the 3rd Annual B’Yachad and Brews on Thursday, December 5th! We'll meet at Target at the Quarry in Northeast Minneapolis, 1650 New Br
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December 9, 2019 / 3:00pm - 4:00pmIn partnership with Sholom Home East and the Alzheimer’s Association, JFS facilitates a dementia caregiver support group for people who are providin
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December 18, 2019 / 3:00pm - 4:30pmIn partnership with Sholom Home West, JFS facilitates a grief support group. The group is designed to support people during the grief process in a nur
READ MORE Dementia Caregiver Support Group
December 23, 2019 / 3:00pm - 4:00pmIn partnership with Sholom Home East and the Alzheimer’s Association, JFS facilitates a dementia caregiver support group for people who are providin
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LEARN ABOUT OUR SERVICES
Each year, we assist thousands of people who face the most ordinary and extraordinary circumstances in their lives. This short video highlights four examples of how we help people navigate life’s challenges.