JFCS offers essential basic needs assistance to low-income families, seniors on fixed incomes, and individuals with disabilities.

JFCS relies on community partners and individual philanthropy to support our programs and services. Basic Needs & Essential Assistance services, provided by JFCS staff, are tailored to the individual client’s needs and balanced with the availability of community resources. The availability of philanthropic support significantly influences our capacity to deliver these essential services.

In the past, JFCS has provided:

• Emergency Food
• Utility Assistance
• Food and Gas Gift Cards
• Toiletries and Personal Care Items
• Boost for nutritional enhancement

Community partnerships and referral agencies include:

*Jewish Family and Children’s Services of Long Beach and Orange County does not offer emergency services. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911. For a mental health emergency and immediate support, call 988. If you need other resources, please call 211.