About
The agency offers a diverse range of services infused with Jewish values and compassion, making their community inclusive and accessible for people of all ages and abilities. With over 22,000 children, teens, adults, and families turning to them each year for expert, individualized help, JCFS Chicago provides a first and best connection to trusted, innovative care. Their services include education at the therapeutic day school and Yeshiva, speech-language/occupational therapy, psychological testing and evaluation, and behavioral assessments and interventions for children and young adults. They also offer counseling, support groups, marriage counseling, career services, and training for individuals, as well as community-based group living, support, and assistance for independent living, customized employment, and job training for people with disabilities and their families. Additionally, JCFS Chicago provides immigration, citizenship, and refugee resettlement services, clinical support for children and families in the child welfare system, and Jewish community programs such as addiction services, abuse prevention, spiritual support, and connections to JCFS services through community partnerships.
Insurance & payment
JCFS Chicago accepts Aetna, Ambetter, Humana, Medicaid, and Medicare. Insurance details are not listed publicly — call the practice to confirm.
- Aetna
- Ambetter
- Humana
- Medicaid
- Medicare
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Therapeutic Day School and Yeshiva
JCFS Chicago offers education at the therapeutic day school and Yeshiva.
Speech-Language/Occupational Therapy
JCFS Chicago provides speech-language/occupational therapy for children and young adults.
Psychological Testing and Evaluation
JCFS Chicago offers psychological testing and evaluation for children and young adults.
Behavioral Assessments and Interventions
JCFS Chicago provides behavioral assessments and interventions for children and young adults.
Counseling and Support Groups
JCFS Chicago offers counseling, support groups, marriage counseling, career services, and training for individuals.
Community-Based Group Living
JCFS Chicago provides community-based group living, support, and assistance for independent living, customized employment, and job training for people with disabilities and their families.