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Program Affiliations:
Jewish Federation of Greater Houston
United Way
AJFCA
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About Us

Jewish Family Service is a non-profit human service agency for people of all ages and all walks of life. Our goal is to provide light, hope and help to individuals struggling with life challenges. JFS’s professional, highly credentialed staff offers mental health and support programs for individuals and families including a specialized program for individuals who suffer from chronic mental illness. JFS also provides senior services and case management, community outreach, social and educational programs, financial assistance programs and volunteer opportunities.

From its founding in 1913, Jewish Family Service has provided assistance and professional resources to members of Houston’s Jewish community. Through the years, as our community’s needs have grown, so have our programs and staff. With a focus on strengthening family life, laying the foundation for self-sufficiency and improving both the social and economic conditions of our clients we serve Houston’s Jewish community as well as the larger community.

All fees are affordable and based on a flexible fee scale which takes into account the client’s ability to pay. No client is ever refused quality care due to an inability to pay. Many services are covered by Medicare or private health insurance plans.

JFS is a beneficiary of:
  • United Way of the Texas Gulf Coast
  • Jewish Federation of Greater Houston.


  • Member of:
  • the Association of Jewish Family and Children’s Agencies


  • Office Hours
    8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday
    Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    Monday evening hours to 9 p.m.

    Privacy Policy
    Jewish Family Service adheres to a rigorous confidentiality policy. Privacy is strictly protected in order to provide services in the most secure and comfortable environment.

    For More Information:

    Contact Linda Burger, Executive Director at lburger@jfshouston.org or call.

    (713) 667-9336
    4131 S. Braeswood Blvd.
    Houston, Texas 77025

    © Copyright 2006 Jewish Family Service. All rights reserved.
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