Agency Details:

Jewish Family Service Of San Antonio, Texas, Inc.

Jewish Family Service's mission is to strengthen community values,promote human dignity and enhance self-sufficiency of individuals and families through social, psychological, health educational and financial support programs.

Description:
Jewish Family Service has four areas of primary focus. They are: Family Life Education, Counseling, Case Management and Financial Aid. These programs are made available to individuals and families regardless of religion, race, age national origin or background. Jewish Family Service is a United Way agency and collaborates with many other agencies in providing support and making referrals. In additional to professional staff members, we also have a support staff that maintains the direction of the agency and assists with clients and there needs.

History:
Jewish Family Service was established in 1974. And, while a key focus of the agency has been and still is counseling, other programs have touched thousands of individuals and families in need for other services such as financial aid for utility bills, prescription medications and transportation. Additionally, the agency has provided classes and seminars of an educational nature such as "Parents of Adopted Children", "Breast Cancer", "Eating Disorders", "Self Esteem for Women" and many others.

Contact person: M. H. Levine, Executive Director, (210) 302-6920, (email)

Office fax number: (210) 302-6952

Address:

12500 N.W. Military Hwy, #250 San Antonio, TX 78231 (See a map)

Web Site: None specified

Directions:

Off of 410, take N.W. Military Hwy to Wurzbach PKWY. The Jewish Community Campus is located on the south east corner. Jewish Family and Children's Service is located in the Jewish Community Campus building on the second floor, Suite 250.   Nearest Bus Stop: Corner of N.W. Military and Wurzbach PKWY, 1 Min. minute walk

Last updated on February 17, 2009