Jewish Family Services
Our mission is to promote positive social functioning of individuals and families and supports and strengthens Jewish family and community life.  Jewish Family Services, a constituent agency of the Greensboro Jewish Federation, is rooted in Jewish values and in the community’s obligation to support basic human needs and assist its members in the Jewish tradition of helping people to help themselves. Learn more about what we offer by clicking here...

JFS Employment Initiatives

The JFS Employment Initiative continues to offer a weekly Networking group that meets every Wednesday evening at the Federation Building from 7 pm to 8:30 pm. Anyone looking for a job or who is underemployed is welcome. The group is open to the entire Greensboro community. Come for the information, to make new contacts, to build skills, and to get support in your search. For more information, contact JFS Director Betsy Gamburg. Click here to learn more.

Triad Jewish Singles Mitzvah Corps

Triad Jewish Singles Mitzvah Corps is a group of single Jewish people who meet monthly for the purpose of performing mitzvoth and good deeds while providing an opportunity to meet other Jewish Singles in a pressure-free environment. After the volunteer project, the group meets for food and conversation at a nearby eatery. Contact Gail Bretan to get involved.

Calling All Volunteers!

The reasons for volunteering? Make a difference in someone's else's life. Make a difference in your life. If you would like to learn more about volunteer opportunities in our community, please click here.
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Health & Fitness With JFS Exercise Class

The JFS Senior in Motion classes, re-designed with two options: "Total Fitness" and "Yoga Only" with well-known teacher Mona Flynn, owner of LifeFit, Inc, are tailored for older adults and designed to make you feel healthier and stronger. FIRST CLASS IS FREE for newcomers! Classes begin Wednesday, September 1st. Join us Monday, Wednesday, and Friday or just Wednesdays and see the best side of yourself.
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Counseling Services

Do You Need Somone to Talk to?

Call or visit Jewish Family Services - counseling appointments are available with our Clinical Services, 852-4829 ext. 226.

Contact Us

336.852.4829 (Monday-Thursday)

Betsy Gamburg, Director
ext. 225 or bgamburg@shalomgreensboro.org

Ric Bobroff, Clinical Services
ext. 226 or rbobroff@shalomgreensboro.org

Gail Bretan, Volunteer Coordinator
ext. 227 or gbretan@shalomgreensboro.org

Gilda Friedman, Congregational Nurse
ext. 224 or gfriedman@shalomgreensboro.org

Marcia Hermelin, Administrative Assistant
ext. 222 or mhermelin@shalomgreensboro.org