COUNSELING AND
CARE MANAGEMENT
Jewish Family and Children’s Service
of Greater Philadelphia
Administrative Office: 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103
1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669
info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org
Licensed, experienced therapists counsel individuals, couples, families and
groups on a variety of personal and family issues. Counselors help clients
develop better ways of understanding and coping, and they facilitate preven-
tion, support and educational group programming. Care managers engage in a
variety of activities with clients to restore dignity, hope and meaning when it
seems as if life’s struggles are insurmountable. Care managers help clients
establish short- and long-term goals, and link them with the appropriate
community-based support services, such as connection to counseling services,
financial assistance, credit counseling, advocacy, local resources and
entitlement enrollment.
Major programs and services include:
Individual and Family Services
Foster Care Services
Education and Outreach Services
Chaplaincy and Hospice Services
LGBTQ Services
Infant Adoption Services (Open Arms Adoption Network)
Serving Individuals Living with Disabilities
Older Adult Services
Support for Holocaust Survivors
Support for the Orthodox Community
Bereavement Support
Intimate Partner violence, family abuse and elder abuse support
Neighborhood Offices:
CENTER CITY OFFICE: 2100 Arch St., 5th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103
1-866-JFCS-NOW or 267-256-2100 • Fax: 267-256-2119
PROGRESS PLAZA OFFICE: 1501 N. Broad. St., Suite 14
Philadelphia, PA 19122
EASTERN MONTGOMERY OFFICE: Mandell Education Campus
7607 Old York Road (Lower Level) • Elkins Park, PA 19027
NORTHEAST PHILADELPHIA OFFICE: 10125 Verree Road, Suite 304
Philadelphia, PA 19116
MAIN LINE OFFICE: The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center,
345 Montgomery Ave., Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • 267-314-0909
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
E DUCATION
See the Jewish Education Chapter for the Synagogue-based Education
Programs for children with special needs.
Whole Community Inclusion
Jewish Learning Venture
The Pavilion, 261 Old York Road, Suite 720 • Jenkintown, PA 19046
215-320-0360 • Fax: 215-635-8946 • Gkaplan-mayer@jewishlearningventure.org
jewishlearningventure.org Engages people with special needs, and their families, and supports their
ability to access a range of Jewish educational and religious experiences from
early childhood through the transition to adulthood. Learning opportunities
throughout the year are offered for families, educators and community
members and leaders.
OROT Program
7601 Old York Road • Melrose Park, PA 19027
215-935-0020 • info@orotkids.org • orotkids.org
Supports special needs education in Jewish day schools for children whose
needs cannot be met by a resource room. In conjunction with host day schools,
OROT personnel set policy, create and supervise programs, provide financial
support and advocate for services provided to children with special needs.
OROT seeks to provide the best possible curriculum within a supportive and
inclusive environment.
P’TACH (Parents for Torah for All Children)
Post Office Box 141 • Merion Station, PA 19066
215-477-7123 • PtachPhiladelphia@gmail.com • ptach.org
Provides educational services for children with learning differences who require
support to maintain themselves in area Jewish day schools. Provides resource
room funding and tutorials.
E MPLOYMENT P ROGRAMS
JEVS Human Services
9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201 • Philadelphia, PA 19114
267-350-8600 • Fax: 215-255-4777 • jevshumanservices.org
hireAbility hireAbility@jevs.org • jevshumanservices.org
Offers individuals with disabilities – as well as those living with
chronic diseases – assistance in preparing for competitive employment.
Customized services include vocational assessments, career track
identification, along with job development, placement and coaching.
Project Success
Women’s Center of Montgomery County
8080 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027
215-635-7344 or 1-800-773-2424
wcwebmail@dca.net • wcmontco.org
projectsuccess@jevs.org • jevshumanservices.org
Offers young adults with Asperger’s syndrome or pervasive
development disorder a transition to employment. A comprehensive
approach supports these young adults through all phases, including
development of socialization, one-on-one job development, job
placement and personal-interaction skills.
Domestic Violence Prevention/Intervention
267-350-8675 • student@jevs.org • jevshumanservices.org/STS
Offers group training and individual work-based learning experiences
for high school students with disabilities in the early stages of their tran-
sition from school to work. Assessment process pairs strengths, values,
barriers and interests with job shadowing and internships toward a goal
of competitive integrated employment.
Rachel Hotline
A 24-hour confidential hotline for victims of abuse. Ask for “Rachel” to be
connected to a Jewish woman at this hotline. Also provides support groups,
legal services, court and medical appointment accompaniment, in-person
and telephone counseling, and educational programs.
Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia
10125 Verree Road, Suite 304 • Philadelphia, PA 19116
1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • jfcsphilly.org
Domestic violence prevention program with individual, group, family and
couples therapy. There is also case management, advocacy and financial
assistance for those who have been abused. Speakers on topics concerning
domestic violence issues and on the prevention of dating violence are available
to synagogues, schools and community organizations.
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H OUSING
Judith Creed Homes for Adult Independence (JCHAI)
Federation Hall • 274 S. Bryn Mawr Ave. • Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
610-667-7875 • Fax: 610-667-7882 • Questions@jchai.org • jchai.org
Provides group homes and supportive apartment programs for individuals
with developmental disabilities. Although JCHAI is nonsectarian, all houses
are kosher, and Jewish programming is provided for those residents who wish
to partake in Jewish activities. Also provides an independent living program
providing support in daily living activities to individ uals living in their own
apartments or homes.
JEVS Human Services
9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201 • Philadelphia, PA 19114
267-350-8600 • Fax: 215-255-4777 • jevshumanservices.org
Community Homes
clhs@jevs.org Offers individuals with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to live
with independence and dignity. Staff provides specialized 24-hour support
for one to three individuals per residence. The Community Homes
promote each individual’s interests and abilities, with an emphasis on
community involvement, stability and maintaining important ties to
family and loved ones. Homes are located in the Mount Airy, the North-
east and Frankford sections of Philadelphia and in Montgomery County.
Community Residential Rehabilitation Services
communityresidentialservices@jevs.org Offers individuals diagnosed with a mental health disorder a home and
trained staff focused on helping them become more self-sufficient and
prepared for independence and everyday life in the community. Resi-
dents agree on goals annually and receive the assistance to meet these
goals. It is the mission of this program to graduate residents to a more
independent living situation.
Life Sharing
lifesharing@jevs.org Offers individuals with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to live
with the support of a loving and caring family within the community
and to more fully integrate into the community. This form of adult foster
care helps individuals build relations with new families and make new
connnections and friends.
Tikvah Residence
Drexel Hill, PA 19026 • Tikvah@jevs.org • TikvahResidence.org
Offers affordable housing for adults with mental health conditions.
Residents enjoy the privacy of independent apartment living within
a community that cares. JEVS staff organizes activities and provides
services to help each resident lead an active and healthy life.
All apartment units are currently occupied.
S OCIAL AND S UPPORT P ROGRAMS
Associated Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia • 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA
215-698-7300, Ext. 195 • Fax: 215-673-7447 • igulko@kleinlife.org
Offers social and educational activities, a support group and life skills classes
for visually impaired adults. Transportation is available through ParaTransit.
Chai Lifeline
732-719-1700 • Fax: 723-886-0065 • nj@chailifeline.org • chailifeline.org/nj
Provides seriously ill children and their families in Pennsylvania care and assis-
tance. Maintains a network of psychosocial support programs including medical
referrals, insurance support services, emotional support groups, homebound
tutorial programs, special trips and holiday festivities, toys, and family retreats.
Offers a summer camping program called Camp Simcha and Camp Simcha
Special. The program offers a daily shuttle service from New Jersey locations
to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and accommodations at Chai House,
an apartment located near the hospital. The newest addition is a fully stocked
kosher pantry in the hospital.
Friendship Circle Philadelphia Region
South Office: 754 S. Ninth St. • Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-574-1765 • Fax: 270-574-1766
info@phillyfriendship.com • phillyfriendship.com
North Office: 25 N. State St. • Newtown, PA 18940
215-497-1003 • friends@fcpc.info • fcpa.info
Connects teens and young adults to youths with special needs and their families,
offering Jewish and social experiences; developing friendships while participating
in creative arts group activities, Jewish holiday celebrations, weekly playdates
and more. Fosters the development of a caring, supportive community.
South office serves Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester and Delaware
counties. North office serves Bucks County, Huntingdon Valley and Northeast
Phila. Hebrew Association of the Deaf
Rose Olanoff Community Center • 8027 Castor Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19152
215-725-9010 (V/TTY) • TheHADNews@gmail.com
Offers social and recreational programs for the deaf and the hard of hearing,
including religious observances, Shabbat and High Holiday services.
JEVS Human Services
9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201 • Philadelphia, PA 19114
267-350-8600 • Fax: 215-255-4777 • jevshumanservices.org
Community Collaborative
330 W. Chelten Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19144
215-844-7700 • Fax: 215-848-7715 • collaborative@jevs.org
Offers participants a full range of adult day services and a seniors
program providing social activities, social skills training and community
involvement to adults with developmental disabilities.
In-Home Supports
inhomesupports@jevs.org Offers adults with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to live in the
comfort of their own homes and maintain their independence with the
support of committed caregivers. Individuals are supported and encour-
aged to make their own choices, develop new abilities and cultivate their
special talents in their homes and communities.
Philadelphia Independence Network (PIN)
pin@jevs.org Empowers young adults with disabilities to live independent and full
lives. Members live in their own apartments within a walkable commu-
nity (currently Narberth and Doylestown) and are active members of the
community. Each member receives a mix of services, customized to their
needs and changing as they grow. Services may include independent
living skill instruction and strategies, employment support and coach-
ing, opportunities to socialize and engage in community events and
activities, team and community building techniques, community and
home safety discussions, and group financial management discussions.
Members also participate in enrichment activities to increase awareness
of opportunities.
Road to Recovery
recovery@jevs.org Offers opportunities to adults (18+) with mental illness to achieve
independence in living, learning, working and socializing. Participants
take an active role in their own recovery, selecting their own goals and
areas for improvement. The program instills confidence, self‐empower-
ment and self-sufficiency by assisting individuals integrate into the
community and living more independent lives. Members also participate
in enrichment activities to increase awareness of opportunities.
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