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SENIOR SERVICES PROGRAMS

Clinical Social Work

Congregational Nurse

Holocaust Survivor Services

Transportation Services

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    JFS Shabbat Sha-Zoom

    The Asheville JCC invites your community to join us in a very special monthly online program geared towards Jewish seniors, called Welcome Shabbat Sha-Zoom.

    A partnership of the Jewish Community C...

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Jewish Family Services offers a range of services for Jewish older adults and their families including information and referral, supportive counseling, caregiver support, case management, transportation, and Jewish programming. If you are new to town or have decided to get involved, we can direct you to a range of activities in the community designed with older adults in mind. If you are a caregiver, call us for information and general support. Services are typically only offered in Guilford County; exceptions are made for Holocaust Survivors who live outside of Guilford County.

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  • Clinical Social Work

    Our Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides a range of Social Work Services, including supportive counseling, case management, and group support. These services are available to Jewish adults, seniors, and their families throughout Guilford County.

    Contact Sheilagh Harrington, MSW, LCSW, (336) 852-4829 ext. 226.

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  • Congregational Nurse

    JFS has the services of a Congregational Nurse, a masters prepared licensed RN, who participates in the Cone Health System’s Congregational Nurse program. The mission of this program is to enhance the lives of older adults by focusing on health and education and wellness counseling. Congregational Nursing brings a holistic approach to well-being, looking at the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of health.

    Call Marlene Baruch, MSN, RN, (336) 852-4829 ext. 224.

HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR SERVICES

Holocaust survivors have a range of needs and particular benefits for which they are eligible. Jewish Family Services is committed to supporting survivors and helping ensure dignity, connection, and well-being in the later stages of life. 

JFS also partners with the KAVOD Survivors of the Holocaust Emergency Fund (SHEF) coalition, a national initiative for our local Survivor community. Funds are available for services that address urgent needs including medical, dental and vision care; transportation; home care and financial aid such as help paying for rent, utilities and home repairs.

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TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Transportation for Jewish older adults and riders with disabilities is provided by the JFS Van for local trips including medical appointments, shopping, social activities, and select religious services within Guilford County. The van typically operates during business hours and frequently provides transportation to religious services on Shabbat and on major Jewish holidays. The fare is $3 each way and free for religious services, when service is available, thanks to the generosity of our donors.

Our J-Drive Program is frequently available when the van is booked.

Call (336) 852-4829 ext. 222 at least 3 days ahead to schedule a ride.

Before your first ride, please reach out to the JFS Clinical Team to schedule an assessment and complete the required transportation forms: