Full service, non-sectarian agency serving residents of the greater Ottawa area with more than 65 programs & services to children, youth, adults & seniors.

Ottawa, Ontario
Joined May 2012
@refugee613 director @louisaINK and our partners at @JFSOtt and Ukrainian Settlement Helpers Ottawa (USHO) shared some of the challenges as Ottawa works hard to welcome people displaced by the war in Ukraine | @CBCNews cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/vo…
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Yeah, we know. Call us if you need to talk. 613-755-2277.
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NCSY Jewish Family Experience presents a Chanukah Toy Drive, through Nov. 25! Contact NCSY for details.
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Almost lost on page IN8 of the Saturday @TorontoStar is a very worrisome 'letter to the editor' by Susan Wells of Family Service Ontario who says the service is "overwhelmed" by Covid & cuts to funding. Attached is an excerpt of her letter:
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👏 PANDEMIC INITIATIVE  "'@JFSOtt partnered with the @OttawaArtG and artist and educator Rachel Kalpana James to present a virtual visual storytelling workshop for JFS seniors.” Learn more here: eduarts.ca/project/331447/oa… #artsed #artseducation #telltheirstory
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Another very hot day StreetSmarts has given out 57 waters to those in need in our community before noon. Please everyone buy some water and give to someone in need. Hydration is very important especially when it’s this hot out so please I challenge everyone and anyone to help
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JFS Ottawa retweeted
Join Lamia & Samoon @JFSOtt in live session via ZOOM to discuss Newcomer Mental Health and Wellness during COVID 19 Pandemic on May 11 and May 26 at 10 a.m. A special session and wellbeing coaching circles can be arranged according to your need and availability.
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The infinity symbol represents a journey with no beginning and no end. If that's how you're feeling today, please know there are people here to walk with you and keep you company for a while. walkincounselling.com/ or call our centralized number: 613-755-2277.
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Feeling like you've been here before? If you, or anyone you know, needs a little mental health support today, call us at 613-755-2277. Same-day, no-cost, single session support is waiting for you. We'd love you to make the call...we know you can. walkincounselling.com
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Free, single-session mental health support is waiting for you. For a full listing of available clinics and times, please visit: walkincounselling.com. Be well.
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Please note that our Friday and Sunday #WalkIn #Counselling clinics at CFS | SFC Ottawa and @JFSOtt Family Services of Ottawa will be closed in observance of Good Friday and Easter. Locations and hours at: walkincounselling.com or at our centralized number at 613-755-2277.
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Visual journals are currently on view in the Daly Lobby from our online Visual Storytelling Workshop: Celebrating Diversity in the Arts with artist Rachel Kalpana James for @JFSOtt seniors. Be sure to take a look on your next visit!
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Starting Jan 21, @walkincounsel is opening a new service/site for African, Caribbean & Black Community members who need support. Virtual sessions will be available every Thursday from 12 PM to 6:30 PM through @SWCHC. Please call 613.755.2277 & choose the option for ACB Walk-in.
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Phone counselling by and for the LGBT2SQ+ community. Appointments are available on a first-request, first-served basis on Wednesdays, 12 - 6:30 p.m. For an appointment, email [email protected]. Email checked starting at noon Wednesdays. walkincounselling.com/
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Do you need someone to talk to? @walkincounsel now has a centralized number where you can get connected directly to ALL our clinic locations - just call 613-755-2277. As always, we are here for you Tuesdays to Sundays from 11:30 am to 8:00 pm. #Counselling #OttawaSupport
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Thank you @JFSOtt for working with @Ruckify as we make lives better for those in need ... one family at a time ❤️❤️❤️ . Please donate today #ottawa #ottnews ruckify.com/en/relief/
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@counsellinggrp, @walkincounsel and @JFSOtt are here to support the you through phone or video counselling. bit.ly/3bonwQ4
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Today is Child Youth & Mental Health Day. Check out a few helpful tips to support young people during #COVID19! #TogetherWeCan | #LetsTalk kidshelpphone.ca/get-involve…
The social barriers that already existed for newcomers to Canada have been exacerbated due to the effects of #COVID19. On Friday, we met with community leaders to address those issues. Learn more: unitedwayeo.ca/news-and-stor…
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#YomHazikaron is Israel’s Memorial Day for fallen soldiers and victims of terror. In lieu of a physical ceremony, the SJCC has assembled video messages, songs and prayers from community leaders. jccottawa.com/events/yom-haz…
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