Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Community & Counseling Services in Tucson
Since 1941, Jewish Family & Children's Service has dedicated itself to enhancing individual and community wellbeing through trauma-informed, person-centered services. Our organization provides counseling, older adult support, emergency financial assistance, and specialized programs for Holocaust survivors, Afghan refugees, and families navigating divorce. With a team of licensed professionals, we serve clients across Arizona through in-person and virtual platforms, prioritizing cultural sensitivity and accessibility. Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our clientele spanning faiths, ages, and socioeconomic backgrounds.As a federally tax-exempt organization (Tax ID #86-0623896), we maintain partnerships with local agencies to address community needs. Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in behavioral health, compliance, and nonprofit management. We operate transparently, publishing annual reports detailing our impact and financial stewardship. By integrating modern therapeutic approaches with traditional values, we empower individuals to overcome challenges and build resilient communities.
Services
Counseling
Older Adult Services
Emergency Financial Assistance
Divorce Recovery
Holocaust Survivor Services
Refugee Resettlement
Jewish Holiday Programs
Details
- Year established: 1941
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-informed counseling services since 1941 with licensed professionals
- Our team provides statewide accessibility through in-person and virtual platforms
- We maintain specialized programs for Holocaust survivors and Afghan refugees
- Our financial assistance programs address urgent community needs across Arizona
- We operate with full transparency through published annual reports
Services
Counseling Services
Our licensed counselors provide individual, family, and group therapy for all ages across Arizona. Services address mental health challenges, trauma recovery, and life transitions through evidence-based approaches. Available in-person at our Tucson office or via secure virtual platforms.
Emergency Financial Assistance
We offer crisis intervention for families facing financial emergencies through rent/utility assistance, grocery programs, and financial wellness counseling. Our specialists help clients develop sustainable budgeting strategies while connecting them with community resources.
Older Adult Services
Specialized support includes medical equipment loans, ethical wills guidance, and caregiver assistance for Holocaust survivors. Our programs promote independent living through home safety assessments and community-based support networks across southern Arizona.
Divorce Recovery
Local Tucson residents receive counseling and support groups for navigating divorce or separation. Our services include co-parenting guidance, emotional support groups, and resource referrals to help individuals rebuild their lives post-divorce.
Refugee Resettlement
We assist Afghan refugees with housing, employment, and cultural integration through personalized case management. Our programs include language support, community orientation, and access to healthcare services for newly arrived families.
People
Carlos A. Hernndez
President & CEO
Leading JFCS since 2021, Carlos brings 25+ years of nonprofit leadership experience. He oversees strategic operations and community partnerships while advocating for vulnerable populations across southern Arizona.
Kseniya DeLano
Chief Administrative Officer
Kseniya manages organizational infrastructure and compliance. With 15 years in nonprofit administration, she ensures operational efficiency and regulatory adherence across all JFCS programs.
Michele Jiha
Chief of Quality Management & Compliance
Michele directs quality assurance initiatives and compliance frameworks. Her 20-year career in behavioral health includes developing trauma-informed care protocols and staff training programs.
Jill Kerr
Chief of Behavioral Health Services
Jill oversees clinical operations with 30 years of mental health experience. She specializes in trauma treatment and has developed multiple evidence-based therapy programs for diverse client populations.
Sophie German
Director of Older Adult & Community Services
Sophie leads senior services programs with 18 years in geriatric care. Her expertise includes elder abuse prevention and designing community-based support systems for at-risk older adults.
Questions
What counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual, family, and group therapy for all ages through in-person sessions in Tucson and virtual platforms statewide.
How can I get emergency financial help?
Contact us through our website or call (520) 795-0300 to speak with a case manager about rent assistance, utility aid, or grocery programs.
Do you serve non-Jewish clients?
Yes, our services are available to all individuals regardless of faith, ethnicity, or background across southern Arizona.
Are counseling sessions confidential?
Yes, all therapy sessions follow strict confidentiality protocols under HIPAA and Arizona state privacy laws.
How do I access senior services?
Call our Tucson office to schedule an assessment for medical equipment loans, caregiver support, or ethical wills guidance.
Do you offer volunteer opportunities?
Yes, we provide training for volunteers supporting refugee resettlement, counseling programs, and community events.
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