JFSA’s Holocaust Survivor Support programs ensure Survivors live their remaining years with the dignity, respect and care they deserve.

For nearly 30 years, JFSA has provided thousands of Holocaust Survivors with essential support and services to maintain their their physical, emotional, and social needs. Our professional bi-lingual (English and Russian) staff work closely with Survivors to identify their unique needs and create solutions to maintain their health, safety and emotional well being.

Mental Health Services

Recognizing the deep and lasting impact of trauma, our mental health services offer a sanctuary for Survivors to process their experiences through professional counseling and therapy. These services are crucial in facilitating healing, promoting emotional resilience, and improving overall mental health, allowing Survivors to find peace and move forward with their lives. 

Financial Assistance and Reparations Support

Navigating the complexities of financial assistance and reparations claims can be overwhelming. JFSA provides expert guidance and support in accessing these vital resources, helping Survivors secure the financial stability and recognition they deserve, which is essential for their sense of security and independence. 

Personal and Dental Care

Comprehensive personal and dental care services ensure that Survivors’ unique health needs are met with sensitivity and expertise. By addressing these critical aspects of health, we contribute to their overall well-being and self-esteem, enhancing their quality of life. 

Home Support Services

Our home support offerings, including home cleaning and transportation, are designed to ease the daily challenges faced by Survivors. These services not only improve their living conditions but also foster a sense of autonomy and comfort in their own homes, making everyday life more manageable and enjoyable. 

Social Engagement Activities

Social activities play a vital role in alleviating the loneliness and isolation that many survivors feel often because they have no family left or no family living nearby. Cafe Europa is a unique program designed to connect survivors with peers who share similar experiences. Survivors and their spouses are invited to attend monthly social programs of outings, speakers, lunches, and holiday celebrations.

Services are funded in part by:
The Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany, Inc. | Jewish Federation of Cleveland | KAVOD SHEF in partnership with Seed the Dream Foundation | The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Holocaust Survivor Emergency Assistance Fund administered by the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany for the benefit of Jewish Nazi victims | David and Ruth Moskowitz Family Charitable Foundation | Mary Saint Wolf and Charles Wolf Memorial Endowment Fund | Individual Donors

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