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The mission of JFS is to strengthen and preserve Jewish individual, family and community life at every stage of the life cycle. Opportunities for volunteers include meal drivers, friendly visitors and Shabbat service leaders at assisted living facilities.

Description:
JFS provides elder services including Kosher Meals on Wheels, case management, holiday outreach, Russian resettlement and support to Holocaust Survivors. Counseling, case management, information and referrals are also available.

History:
For over 60 years, JFS has served the Jewish community with professional social work services and dedicated volunteers. Services are low or no cost and donations are gratefully accepted.

Contact people:

Jill Shapiro, Executive Director, (phone), (email) Karli Jaffe, Assistant Director, (phone), (email) Samantha Johnson, Office Manager, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (207) 772-2234

Address:

57 Ashmont St. Portland, ME 04103 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.mainejewish.org

Directions:

Turn left off Forest Avenue heading west.   Nearest Bus Stop: Forest Ave. at Ashmont St. For maps or information, please see http://www.portlandmaine.worldweb.com/Transportation/PublicTransit

Miscellaneous Information

What is your TTY phone number?
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This agency has United Way funded programs
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The agency places volunteers in these categories:
	Families, Adults