Holocaust Survivors Services

Please be advised that JFS does not provide emergency or crisis services. If you are experiencing a life threatening or other crisis situation, dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. For other crisis/emergency resources, please click here. 

Holocaust Survivors living in Wake County are eligible for any of our programs and services for older adults, including case management & therapy, food & financial assistance, transportation and more. Learn more about our older adults services HERE. Jewish Family Services also offers additional services specific to Survivors:

Kesher- Creative Arts Groups for Survivors

Kesher combines creative arts therapy groups with supporting services such as food assistance, transportation and regular outreach calls. Holocaust Survivors are invited to participate in a weekly Creative Arts therapy group, facilitated by a registered Drama therapist. Participants will build connections with others, while utilize a variety of creative arts methods such as music, drama and art, with the goal of improving mental health and reduce the social isolation of Holocaust survivors. Through this process, Year 1’s group worked together to produce a documentary about the participants’ stories of survival and resilience and their work through Kesher. Watch the trailer of “Where Can I Go” HERE (to bring this documentary to your organizations/school/synagogue, contact us HERE)

Kesher is partially funded by The Carolina Foundation for Jewish Seniors