Impact Stories

Martha

Martha, a 93-year-old survivor of the Holocaust, lives alone, since her husband’s death, on a very modest fixed income. The JFS Survivors of the Holocaust Program has been critical to maintaining her well-being.

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Farhad

Farhad, a young Farsi-speaking man, reached out to Jewish Family Service LA for assistance from a downtown homeless shelter.

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Maya

In September 2020, Maya’s abusive partner kicked her out of their home, and she decided not to go back and reached out for support.

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Anna

Anna came to JFS suffering from debilitating anx¬iety after the sudden death of a beloved cousin.

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