Perry JFS

Perry JFS Strengthening our community, one family at a time!

Perry County Job & Family Services is a county administered agency funded through federal, state, and county resources to guarantee that the basic needs of Perry County citizens are met. To help strengthen our community, Perry JFS employs close to 50 individuals who are dedicated to assisting those in need find solutions, resources, and self-sufficiency through a variety of services including medi

cal transportation, benefit applications, child support enforcement, adult protective services, employment training, and day care assistance.

☀️ What a beautiful day for Founder’s Day 2026!Our team enjoyed spending the day at Precision Park connecting with famil...
05/30/2026

☀️ What a beautiful day for Founder’s Day 2026!

Our team enjoyed spending the day at Precision Park connecting with families, community partners, and residents from across Perry County. The sunshine, smiling faces, activities, food, and community spirit made for a wonderful day.

A special thank you to the LCF Park and all of the sponsors, volunteers, and organizations who helped make this event possible. We appreciate being included and having the opportunity to share resources with our community.

We’re grateful to be part of a county that comes together to create events like this for local families. 💙

💙 May is Foster Care Appreciation Month 💙As we wrap up the month, we want to give a heartfelt thank you to the foster fa...
05/29/2026

💙 May is Foster Care Appreciation Month 💙

As we wrap up the month, we want to give a heartfelt thank you to the foster families in our community who open their hearts and homes to children in need.

We’re grateful to Perrydise Frozen Yogurt for partnering with us this month to help spread awareness and support foster care in Perry County. 🍦

Interested in learning more about becoming a foster parent?
📞 Call 740-342-3836 to learn how you can make a difference.

Spotted this Barnes Advertising Corporation billboard in our area? 📍💙Throughout Foster Care Awareness Month, we’re honor...
05/29/2026

Spotted this Barnes Advertising Corporation billboard in our area? 📍💙

Throughout Foster Care Awareness Month, we’re honored to celebrate the incredible foster parents in our community who provide love, hope, stability, and support to children in need, and we’re excited to spotlight them through this month’s billboard campaign.

A special thank you to all foster families for the difference you make each and every day. 💙

Interested in learning more about becoming a foster family?
📞 740-342-3836
🌐 www.PerryJFS.org

At Perry County Job and Family Services, our Fraud & Benefit Recovery team works hard to make sure public assistance is ...
05/28/2026

At Perry County Job and Family Services, our Fraud & Benefit Recovery team works hard to make sure public assistance is going to those who truly need it.

💡Did you know? In the past year, our team recovered over $53,000 right here in Perry County — helping ensure resources are available for those who need them most.

If you’re ever concerned that someone may be receiving benefits based on incorrect or incomplete information, please don’t hesitate to give us a call at 740-342-3551 (option 7). Your support helps us continue creating opportunities to empower our community to succeed. Thank you!

🌟 Happy Work Anniversary, David! Thank you for being an amazing part of our team!
05/28/2026

🌟 Happy Work Anniversary, David! Thank you for being an amazing part of our team!

🟣 Join us for our World Elder Abuse Awareness Day EventPerry County residents age 60 and older are invited to receive a ...
05/27/2026

🟣 Join us for our World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Event

Perry County residents age 60 and older are invited to receive a free financial safety support kit (while supplies last) and connect with local vendors and community partners focused on older adult safety and support. We also invite everyone to wear purple that day to show support and help raise awareness for older adult safety.

Interested in becoming a vendor at this event? Contact Wendy Winegardner, Deputy Director of Child and Adult Protective Services, at [email protected].

Let’s come together to build awareness, promote protection, and support older adults in our community.

🔥🚚 Food Truck Wednesday at Perry JFS!Mystic Foods Zanesville is rolling in today from 11AM–2PM at Perry JFS – 526 Mill S...
05/27/2026

🔥🚚 Food Truck Wednesday at Perry JFS!

Mystic Foods Zanesville is rolling in today from 11AM–2PM at Perry JFS – 526 Mill St., New Lexington! Come grab lunch and check out favorites like smashburgers, birria tacos, chicken tacos, fresh-cut fries, churros, and more 😋👇

📅 We’re also resharing our Food Truck Summer Schedule so you can plan ahead and catch them all!
📍 Open to the community — stop by for lunch and support a great local food truck!
👉 What are you trying first — smashburger or birria?

🌟 Happy Work Anniversary, Keleigh! Thank you for being an amazing part of our team!
05/26/2026

🌟 Happy Work Anniversary, Keleigh! Thank you for being an amazing part of our team!

Thank you to Ben Avery and Cary Bowers with the Perry County Health Department for speaking at this morning’s Coffee wit...
05/26/2026

Thank you to Ben Avery and Cary Bowers with the Perry County Health Department for speaking at this morning’s Coffee with Some Commissioners at Dodson's on Broadway and sharing updates on the important programs, services, and initiatives taking place to support the health and well-being of our community.

We appreciate the continued partnership and collaboration with the Perry County Health Department and the many ways they serve Perry County families each day.

A special thank you to our Perry County Commissioners for hosting these monthly conversations and for their leadership in creating opportunities that keep our community informed, connected, and moving forward.

Just a reminder, our Perry County Job and Family Services offices, including the Opportunity Center and our Child and Ad...
05/25/2026

Just a reminder, our Perry County Job and Family Services offices, including the Opportunity Center and our Child and Adult Protective Services location on Mill Street, will be closed today, Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of the holiday. We hope you enjoy this time with your families! For emergencies related to child or adult protective services, please call 740-342-4123 or 911.

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5250 State Route 37 East
New Lexington, OH
43764

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+17403423551

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