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Your Trusted Partner for Community Care & Adoption Services
Jewish Family Services Richmond has been a cornerstone of community support for 175 years, providing essential care, counseling, and adoption services to individuals and families across all demographics. Our mission focuses on transforming lives and strengthening communities through personalized care management, mental health counseling, and foster-to-adopt programs. We specialize in senior engagement initiatives, memory assessment services, and customized home care solutions tailored to individual needs.Our team of licensed professionals includes clinical psychologists, social workers, and care managers dedicated to promoting independence and dignity for older adults and vulnerable populations. We maintain accreditation through rigorous standards set by the Council on Accreditation and operate as a Hague Convention-compliant agency for international adoptions. Our commitment to non-discrimination ensures accessibility to all, regardless of background or circumstance.
Services
Home Care
Counseling Services
Adoption Programs
Memory Assessment
Senior Engagement
Care Management
Foster Care Placement
Highlights and features
- 175 years of continuous service to the Richmond community
- Personalized care plans developed by licensed professionals
- Specialized memory assessment services with clinical neuropsychologists
- 24/7 crisis support through Suicide & Crisis Lifeline partnership
- Accredited by Council on Accreditation for adoption services
Associations and certifications
- Council on Accreditation (COA)
- Hague Convention
Services
Home Care
Customized home care solutions help individuals maintain independence through daily living assistance. Our trained professionals provide support with personal care, meal preparation, and medication management for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Services adapt to evolving needs while promoting dignity and quality of life.
Counseling Services
Comprehensive counseling addresses emotional and psychological challenges across all life stages. Specialized programs include individual therapy, family counseling, and neuropsychological evaluations for cognitive concerns. Our licensed clinicians create safe environments for personal growth and emotional healing.
Adoption Programs
Full-service adoption support includes home studies, foster care placement, and post-adoption services. We specialize in connecting children in foster care with permanent families through collaborative partnerships with state agencies and community organizations.
Memory Assessment
Specialized neuropsychological testing identifies cognitive impairments and guides treatment plans. Our clinical psychologists conduct comprehensive evaluations for memory concerns, including diagnostic assessments for Alzheimer's and other neurocognitive disorders.
Care Management
Individualized care coordination helps navigate complex healthcare systems. Services include needs assessment, service planning, and advocacy to ensure access to appropriate medical, social, and community resources for vulnerable populations.
People
Andrea Wharam
Chief Program Officer
Andrea Wharam leads JFS Care's program development and service delivery. With extensive experience in community health initiatives, she oversees customized care solutions that help individuals maintain independence through personalized support plans.
Denise Wise-David
Program Manager
Denise Wise-David directs the Connecting Hearts program, specializing in kinship adoption services. Her leadership secured the ATCP grant from Virginia Department of Social Services, expanding foster-to-adopt opportunities for children in state care.
Joy O'Grady
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Joy O'Grady provides specialized neuropsychological evaluations for memory assessment services. With expertise in Alzheimer's research and clinical practice, she helps diagnose cognitive impairments and develop targeted treatment strategies for older adults.
Questions
What adoption services do you offer?
We provide home studies, foster care placement, and post-adoption support. Our services include international adoption preparation, parental placement assistance, and specialized programs for older children and sibling groups.
Do you offer counseling for specific age groups?
Our counseling services cover all life stages, including child therapy, adolescent support, family counseling, and senior mental health services. We also offer specialized memory assessment for cognitive concerns in older adults.
How does your home care service work?
We create personalized care plans after assessing individual needs. Services include daily living assistance, medication management, and companionship. Our caregivers help maintain independence while ensuring safety in home environments.
Are your services available to all income levels?
We serve individuals and families of all income levels. Our non-discrimination policy ensures accessibility to care, counseling, and adoption services regardless of financial circumstances.
What makes your organization unique?
With 175 years of service, we combine deep community roots with specialized programs like our CAPABLE initiative for senior independence and collaborative foster care partnerships that connect children with permanent families.
Reviews (5)
Felicia Broidy
Oct 24, 2021
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I went to a case last week I stood at the door from 8:25 to 9:30 knock no one came to the door .so I called the office Teresa was so RUDE!! Not one time anyone from the office told me the client was hard of hearing not one time. This what shocked me how the world they let me gothey are RASCIST POINT BLANK ..
Y. Freeman
May 25, 2021
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Called to try to schedule an appointment for my son and was repeatedly told that they could not tell me when they would have any availability. A legitimate business should be able to tell you what current and/or future appointments they have and with what doctors. Melody was not helpful and very evasive. Zero stars was not an option.
Rose Copeland
Jan 05, 2021
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Make an appointment and they called and cancelled. Said they were over booked and couldn't reschedule, apparently never!
Bruce Masters
Oct 11, 2020
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Abysmal in every facet. Do not consider their home care for your loved one. Their aides are incompetent and unskilled with no people skills whatsoever.
Jen Desko
Jan 29, 2020
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JFS adoption is the best. Kristie was an amazing counselor for our family. Expectations set were more than exceeded. The home study, during our private placement (out of state), and finalization were easier because of the constant support. Even in the very few times that our counselor was unavailable, Teresa would step in and provide answers and support needed.
