Community Directory:

JFCS is here to help you through life’s changes and challenges.

Our Services:

Career Services: We focus on helping you build job search skills for career success. Whether you are seeking employment or a career change, we will help you to define your career objectives, explore your options, and develop the tools required to achieve your career goals.

Counseling Services: Our team of social workers and professional counselors are experienced and compassionate, with areas of specialization ranging from child therapy and blended families to marital discord, anxiety and depression. We invite you to join the thousands who have achieved successful outcomes with our help.

Guardianship Services: JFCS’s responsibilities as guardians of a person include making daily decisions about their personal affairs, always with the idea of protecting their autonomy, independence, and rights.

Immigration Legal Services: For individuals in need of advice relating to legal immigration matters and unable to hire private attorneys, JFCS can provide legal assistance through attorneys and accredited representatives for free or a nominal fee.

Immigrant and Refugee Services: We are committed to helping all immigrants in Allegheny County access community connections and bilingual services. We offer programs and workshops, we help connect immigrants with crucial resources and supportive services, and we provide personalized support to help immigrants navigate the challenges of living in a new country.

Older Adult Services: “You’re just getting old” is not a reason for you to give up on an active, fulfilling life. We can help you access services and provide you with resources to find whatever you might need to ensure you are aging well.

Squirrel Hill Food Pantry: We offer nutritious, fresh food on a scheduled basis for those who meet income requirements in the 15217 zip code, as well as providing kosher food for those who keep kosher homes outside of 15217.

Youth Services: We provide support to youth and young adults in the community, including therapy, brief support, peer mentoring, support groups, career services and educational enrichment.