Jewish Family and Children's Services

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Jewish Family and Children's Services JFCS strengthens communities in San Francisco, the Peninsula, and Marin and Sonoma Counties Our main offices are located at:

2150 Post St.

JFCS’ many services and programs help people of every age—from newborns to frail seniors—and from every background and faith tradition. San Francisco, CA 94115
415-449-1200

600 Fifth Ave. San Rafael, CA 94901
415-419-3600

2200 Range Ave. Suite 102
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
707-303-1500

2001 Winward Way, Suite 200
San Mateo, CA 94404
650-931-1800

200 Channing Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-688-3030

During Sukkot this year, our new YouthFirst Impact Year cohort gathered in the JFCS sukkah for their first meeting. Toge...
10/22/2026

During Sukkot this year, our new YouthFirst Impact Year cohort gathered in the JFCS sukkah for their first meeting. Together, they marked the anniversary of October 7 and signed up to lead service projects in the months ahead.

Impact Year is a YouthFirst fellowship where Bay Area Jewish teens build leadership skills, explore their Jewish identity, and plan service projects that meet real needs in their communities.

A few weeks in, these teens are already putting those plans into action. Follow YouthFirst on Facebook and Instagram () to see where this year takes them!

10/21/2026

Ready to step into leadership in the Jewish community?

The New Leaders Fellowship brings together emerging leaders and professionals to build skills, deepen connections, and grow their impact. Applications for the 2027 cohort are open now.

Fill out the interest form and apply by Friday, November 6.

jfcs.org/new-leaders-fellowship-interest-form/

What actually happens in the brain as dementia progresses, and how do you show up for someone living through it?Our volu...
10/20/2026

What actually happens in the brain as dementia progresses, and how do you show up for someone living through it?

Our volunteers explored those questions with Dr. Catherine Madison, Neurologist with JFCS' Seniors At Home, at "Understanding Brain Neurology and Changes in Dementia," our latest Volunteer Enrichment session in Marin.

Attendees walked away with a clearer picture of what the older adults they visit are experiencing, and fresh ideas for meeting them where they are.

Next up, we'll discuss one of the most serious challenges facing our clients, and how our volunteers are in a unique position to help ease it—loneliness.

If you are a JFCS volunteer, save your spot for today for "The Effects of Loneliness and How We Can Help," with JFCS' Director of Adult Services Robyn Bloom, LMFT.

📅 Wednesday, December 9 | 5:45 – 7:30pm
💻 Zoom | Registration link in bio

Shabbat Shalom—JFCS and its programs have been named winners in the 2026 J. The Jewish News of Northern California Reade...
10/16/2026

Shabbat Shalom—JFCS and its programs have been named winners in the 2026 J. The Jewish News of Northern California Readers’ Choice Awards! To be recognized year after year is an honor, and we’re grateful that the Bay Area community continues to place its trust in us.

This year, you voted us a favorite in four categories:
⭐️ Charitable Organization: Jewish Family and Children’s Services
⭐️ Jewish Adult Education: JFCS Holocaust Center
⭐️ In-Home Care Services: Seniors At Home
⭐️ Jewish Retirement Residence: Rhoda Goldman Plaza

These awards belong to everyone who makes our work possible: the clients and families who welcome us into their lives, the donors whose generosity sustains our programs, and the volunteers and staff who bring them to life.

Thank you for your votes and your continued support.

Huge thanks to Shalomforce—the Jewish Equality Group at Salesforce—for spending the day sorting groceries at the JFCS Fo...
10/15/2026

Huge thanks to Shalomforce—the Jewish Equality Group at Salesforce—for spending the day sorting groceries at the JFCS Food Bank in San Francisco!

Thanks to their work, neighbors who visit our food bank can quickly find fresh, nutritious food and household staples.

Is your company’s Jewish ERG or affinity group looking for a meaningful way to support the community? Let’s plan a group volunteer day together! Send us a DM for more info.

It's a new year, and our community started it in the best way: celebrating together and standing up for one another.1. C...
10/14/2026

It's a new year, and our community started it in the best way: celebrating together and standing up for one another.

1. Cafe by the Bay—JFCS' social program for Holocaust survivors—cut a rug at its annual High Holidays celebration.
2. Shupin Social Club—JFCS' meetup group for neurodivergent adults—also celebrated Rosh Hashanah, enjoying an afternoon of crafts and a delicious meal.
3. Volunteers at the JFCS offices in Marin decorated a sukkah, where community members enjoyed restful moments throughout Sukkot.
4. Anita Frank, a Holocaust survivor and member of JFCS' William J. Lowenberg Speakers Bureau, attended a rally in support of the Jewish community in San Anselmo after an antisemitic graffiti incident at a local high school.

Want to hear more stories like these and learn about ways to get involved? Visit jfcs.org/subscribe.

10/08/2026

What do you do when the world feels unpredictable? According to Zibby Owens: keep trying, find your people, and don’t hide your joy.

On Monday, the author of Between Chapters joined JFCS board member Nina Frank at her luncheon full of women for an honest conversation about motherhood, family, and being Jewish now. This week, it was exactly the conversation we needed.

Thank you to Zibby, Nina, and everyone who came together in support of JFCS.

🎥 Hit play for one minute of hope.

Zibby Owens Nina Frank Stepping Consciously with Nina Frank

10/08/2026

Three years ago, on October 7, our hearts broke. We mourn the nearly 1,200 people murdered that day and hold close all those whose lives were forever changed. Zichronam livracha—may their memories be a blessing.

Many of us still feel the weight of that morning. And yet, as Jews have done for generations, we find our strength in each other. We choose to remember, to stand up to hate, to tell our own story, and to raise children and grandchildren who are proud of who they are.

Remembering asks something of us. Here are three ways to answer, together:

✡️ Be proud. Celebrating who we are, openly and without apology, is itself a response to hate.

🤝 Find your people. Community grows when we show up, whether by serving neighbors in need or learning alongside one another. Explore volunteer opportunities at jfcs.org and upcoming events at jfcs.org/HC-Events

🕯️ Stand up to antisemitism. Each of us can learn to recognize hatred and respond with moral courage. Find tools and resources from the JFCS Holocaust Center at holocaustcenter.jfcs.org.

If you or someone you love needs support, you don't have to carry this alone:

JFCS Counseling and Spiritual Care: grief support, counseling, and rabbinic care jfcs.org

JFCS Center for Children and Youth: support for children, teens, and parents navigating difficult news ccy.jfcs.org

JFCS Holocaust Center: resources for understanding and responding to antisemitism holocaustcenter.jfcs.org

With a heat advisory in place for this weekend in the San Francisco Bay Area, it's important to remember hot weather can...
10/02/2026

With a heat advisory in place for this weekend in the San Francisco Bay Area, it's important to remember hot weather can cause hyperthermia—a collective term for illnesses including heat stroke, as well as swelling, dizziness, cramps, or exhaustion caused by high temperatures. Older adults are especially susceptible to these conditions.

Here are seven ways to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from the heat:

1. Seek out air-conditioning. If your loved one doesn't have AC at home, contact your local health department or senior center to find air-conditioned spaces that are open to the public.

2. Avoid using the stove or oven. These appliances heat up indoor spaces fast. It's a great time for salads or sandwiches!

3. Dress for the heat. Loose, lightweight clothing breathes best. Outdoors, add a hat, sunglasses, and other sun protection.

4. Stay hydrated. Remind them to drink more water than usual, and not to wait until they feel thirsty. When in doubt, they can ask their doctor how much water is right for them.

5. Reduce activity levels. Save strenuous walks for cooler days, and make sure they're getting enough rest.

6. Stay in touch. Heat-induced illness can cause confusion or even loss of consciousness. Check on your older loved one twice a day during extremely hot weather.

7. Stay informed. Watch the local news for extreme heat alerts so you can plan ahead together.

The San Francisco Public Library has cooling centers available. Visit sfpl.org/services/cooling-centers for locations near you or a loved one.

California is now the first state in the nation to legally recognize Jewish identity as an ethnicity.Governor Gavin News...
10/01/2026

California is now the first state in the nation to legally recognize Jewish identity as an ethnicity.

Governor Gavin Newsom just signed SB 1387, authored by Senator Henry Stern. With your support, JFCS has partnered with Jewish California - formerly JPAC in a strong coalition across the state, and we are making excellent progress.

Why it matters: Under SB 1387, state law protecting minorities will now extend to Jews as an ethnic group. Also, data on hate crimes, health, poverty, and education will count Jewish Californians. Better data means stronger protection.

The 2025–26 legislative session brought more progress for our community. The legislature also passed bills:
- Honoring religious holidays
- Respecting student observance
- Keeping hate out of the voter guide
- Protecting community celebrations
- Protecting houses of worship

The governor also signed into law the state budget, providing major funding for elderly Holocaust survivor services, security for buildings, and the new JFCS Holocaust Center in order for us to be able to provide teacher training and education programs throughout the state.

Our heartfelt thanks go to Governor Newsom, bill author Senator Henry Stern, the California Legislative Jewish Caucus, and the many Jewish organizations that supported this effort. Join us in thanking the governor for his allyship and sign up for JFCS Advocacy Alerts: jfcs.org/advocacy

Address

2150 Post Street, PO Box 159004
San Francisco, CA
94115

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+14154491200

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