Jewish Family & Community Services East Bay is a comprehensive social services and legal aid organization dedicated to supporting and empowering diverse communities throughout the East Bay. With a deep commitment to fostering dignity and resilience, the agency stands out for its culturally sensitive, holistic approach to serving refugees, immigrants, older adults, families, and Holocaust survivors.
Rooted in over a century of service, JFCS East Bay integrates legal assistance with wraparound support—including mental health care, housing, and community resources—to address both immediate and long-term needs. Their work is driven by a strong value system centered on compassion, advocacy, and inclusivity, serving individuals and families from all backgrounds regardless of faith or origin.
Services Offered
- Legal Services
- Immigration Law
- Refugee Resettlement
- Afghan Refugee Crisis Response
- Ukrainian Refugee Crisis Response
- Mental & Physical Health Services
- LGBTQ Refugee Services
- Older Adult Services
- Senior Information Line
- Counseling and Therapy
- Home Care
- Senior Housing
- Social Work
- Preschool Consultation
- Therapy for Children, Youth, and Families
- Jewish Community Care
- Jewish Community Safety Net
- Program for Russian-Speaking Adults
- Chaverim Counseling for Students
- Holocaust Survivor Support
- Bereavement Support Groups
JFCS East Bay serves Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, offering support in multiple languages to accommodate diverse communities, including Russian-speaking and Spanish-speaking clients. The organization is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit and has been supported by grants from recognized institutions such as the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany.
