Jewish Family Service and Children's Center of Clifton-Passaic

Jewish Family Service and Children's Center of Clifton-Passaic JFS supports and strengthens the lives of families and individuals through high-quality, affordable mental health and social services.

Founded over 50 years ago to serve the communities of greater Clifton and Passaic, Jewish Family Service has a history of evolving services to families in need regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, s*x, age or disability. These services include community-based geriatric services, family counseling, crisis intervention, case management, child-centered mental health services, school

consultations and domestic violence services. Part of a network of 14 family service agencies covering the entire state of New Jersey, Jewish Family Service is positioned to access resources and expand services to a broad network. Jewish Family Service is a beneficiary of the United Jewish Campaign, the United Way, and Federal and State Grants. Individual, Family, Marital, Group and Play Therapy – "I’ve been trying so long to solve this on my own. Maybe I could use some help." Workshops and Discussion Groups on Topics of Concern – "I’d like to meet people going through the same thing as me." Consultation - Do you feel like you need therapy? Information and Referral – Find out more about benefits, entitlements, resources for yourself and your family, accessing mental health services. Services to Special Populations – older adults, victims of domestic violence, children with special needs, including casework, counseling, crisis intervention, group therapy and home visits. Speakers Bureau – Community presentations on a wide range of topics, from parenting to in-law relationships.

Hard to believe it’s already been a week since last Sunday’s JFS Community Breakfast.The voices we heard and the commitm...
02/22/2026

Hard to believe it’s already been a week since last Sunday’s JFS Community Breakfast.

The voices we heard and the commitment in the room were a powerful reminder of what community support makes possible.

Thank you for being part of it.

Domestic violence is complex.So is the support required to address it.Project SARAH at JFS offers thoughtful, profession...
02/13/2026

Domestic violence is complex.
So is the support required to address it.

Project SARAH at JFS offers thoughtful, professional care for those seeking safety, guidance, and support, without judgment and without shortcuts.

Food insecurity doesn’t always look like empty shelves.Often, it looks like stress, quiet worry, and trying to hold thin...
02/05/2026

Food insecurity doesn’t always look like empty shelves.
Often, it looks like stress, quiet worry, and trying to hold things together.

The S’moiach Achim Food Pantry provides consistent, dignified food support so families can focus on stability instead of survival.

This is what steady community support makes possible.
Every Drop Counts.

Mental health support isn’t about one conversation. It’s about having someone stay with you long enough for things to be...
02/04/2026

Mental health support isn’t about one conversation.

It’s about having someone stay with you long enough for things to begin to steady.

JFS provides professional mental health care rooted in trust, consistency, and respect.
This work is possible because community support continues.

Every Drop Counts.

Do you need support? DM us.

Mental health support isn’t about one conversation. It’s about having someone stay with you long enough for things to be...
01/30/2026

Mental health support isn’t about one conversation.

It’s about having someone stay with you long enough for things to begin to steady.

JFS provides professional mental health care rooted in trust, consistency, and respect.
This work is possible because of our community.

Every Drop Counts.

Do you need support? DM us.

What we do every day at JFS is only possible because of the people who stand behind it.The Community Breakfast is our ch...
01/27/2026

What we do every day at JFS is only possible because of the people who stand behind it.

The Community Breakfast is our chance to come together and make sure that support continues.

Join us.
Every Drop Counts.

01/18/2026

Mental health support should not begin when someone is already overwhelmed.

Jewish Family Service provides professional, thoughtful care that meets people where they are and stays with them as long as they need support.

Need support? DM us. Everything is confidential and private.

Reut Segall is a distinguished Israeli Dance and Zumba instructor. Reut is recognized for her expertise in teaching both...
04/28/2025

Reut Segall is a distinguished Israeli Dance and Zumba instructor. Reut is recognized for her expertise in teaching both children and adults within the Jewish and broader local communities. Since relocating to New Jersey from Israel in 2018, Reut has been dedicated to fostering community unity through the art of dance and movement. Her passion for dance and Judaism is evident through her ability to promote a sense of success in first-time beginners as well as in seasonal dancers.

Free for Sequoia members, $5 for non-members.

To register, please contact Shaina at 862-400-2074.

Over 40 seniors and community members joined our Yom Hashoah program yesterday.Executive Director, Ozer Herzog introduce...
04/24/2025

Over 40 seniors and community members joined our Yom Hashoah program yesterday.

Executive Director, Ozer Herzog introduced the program, followed by Rabbi Moshe Mirsky leading everyone in tehillim and a candle lighting ceremony with 5 Holocaust survivors and 2 second generation survivors.

The exclusive screen of the film, “ Violins of Hope” was appreciated, as well as a Q&A with film producer, Iris Samson.

Join us for our Golden Resources webinar with 4 alternative medicine experts!Wednesday, March 26 at 8 PMThere is no char...
03/19/2025

Join us for our Golden Resources webinar with 4 alternative medicine experts!
Wednesday, March 26 at 8 PM
There is no charge for this webinar.

Topics to be included:
- Chronic Pain
- Inflammation
- Chronic Diseases
- Stress Management and Wellbeing
- Q&A

Visit jfsclifton.org/golden-resources for more info!

Wishing everyone a Happy Purim!
03/14/2025

Wishing everyone a Happy Purim!

Address

110 Main Avenue
Passaic, NJ
07055

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 2pm
Sunday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+19737777638

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