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2023 Annual Report & Financials

Read more about how JCFS Chicago delivers critical support to to strengthen our community each year. 

Mission

To provide help, healing, and caring services infused with Jewish values to strengthen lives in our community.

HIPAA Privacy Policy

HIPAA in English and Spanish.

Contact Us

Elaine Kersten Children's Center

Located on the Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Campus, on Revere Drive just south of Lake Cook Road.

Joy Faith Knapp Children's Center

Located in Chicago's West Rogers Park neighborhood on N. Kedzie Avenue between Pratt and Devon.

Central Office (Downtown Chicago)

Located in Chicago’s loop, on Jackson between Franklin and Wells.

Clinical Psychology Training Program (PsyD/PhD)

Our diverse services allow for rich learning experiences in foster care, outpatient counseling, intensive therapeutic services, early intervention and therapeutic special education.

Client Grievance Procedures

In the event that you have a complaint about the one of our programs or services, you will need to file a grievance.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Our commitment to inclusivity is woven throughout our services, programs and welcoming workplace.  

Our Services

Learn more about our services, including counseling, prevention & education, and more.

Our Team

Learn more about the counselors, prevention educators, and medical personnel on Response for Teens' staff.

Holiday Gift Drive

Join us this holiday season in bringing joy to our community while strengthening belonging and well-being among children and families. Here are the ways you and/or your club, organization, or synagogue can help:

The Orthodox Network

The Orthodox Network is a collaboration of social service providers in Jewish agencies who work in partnership to improve services to the Orthodox community in metropolitan Chicago.

National Volunteer Week

Elevate

Safer Camps 

JCFS engages Jewish day and overnight camp administration and counselors to prevent and appropriately respond to abuse and neglect. Camp personnel will gain a heightened understanding of their roles and responsibilities, feel more comfortable responding to situations involving abuse or neglect – including the legal obligations to safeguard campers’ overall safety.