Senior Services
JFS SV professionals work with aging seniors and their families to assess their needs and develop comprehensive plans for long term care and safety; in either an independent or assisted living environment.
- Comprehensive care planning to ensure a safe, yet independent lifestyle
- Family consultation service to help with aging family members
- Professional supportive services to Chai House residents
- Preparing for the Future comprehensive long-term planning
- Caregivers support to assist you help your loved one
- To Life! Wellness workshops and related programs Jewish holiday food baskets and Friendly Visitors connect you to the Jewish community
- Project SAFE matches seniors with experienced caregivers
- Special ESL classes for Russian émigré seniors
For more information, contact:
Avital Agam, BSW
Social Services Case Manager
avitala@jfssv.org
(408) 357-7450
Project SAFE
The Secure Alternatives For Elders Registry [SAFE] is operated by Jewish Family Services for the purpose of matching our clients who are in need of assistance in the home, with people in the community who can provide these services. A SAFE Registry Application Form is available. Please contact Avital Agam.
We are always looking for experienced caregivers to join us in our efforts. If you are interested in finding rewarding work in helping seniors or people in need, please call to schedule an interview.
Zoya Lazer
Director of Refugee and Career Services
zoyal@jfssv.org
(408) 357-7452
Caring for the Caregivers
A support group for spouses and adult children caring for chronically ill or disabled loved ones, this service provides a place for supporting, empathizing and providing invaluable information in an atmosphere of companionship and care.
Held onsite at JFS SV and at Chai House
(Time and location based on group member needs.)
Fee: $10.00 per session; sliding scale available
Facilitators: Rebecca Resheff, MSW, and Avital Agam, BSW
For more information, please call
Avital Agam
avitala@jfssv.org
(408) 357-7450
A Place To Begin: Next Steps for Seniors
Come explore and learn about different aspects of senior living: social and volunteer opportunities, health insurance and benefits, housing and care options, transportation and more. We take the mystery out of planning for the future.
The last Thursday of the month
3: 30 PM
JFS SV office
Seniors and their family members are welcome!
Wellness Workshops
To Life! Healthy Living
Jewish Family Services offers periodic workshops to help seniors develop strategies for healthier living.
Check our Events page for the next workshop.