Community Services/Non-Profits in Los Gatos, CA

“I am an Afghan immigrant arrived in the USA with my husband and two young kids on May 15th- 2023 , since the very first day our journey started with Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley we found all member very supportive, they helped us with intake paperwork, assisted us with public benefits and kids in school.Helped us familiarize ourselves with public safety and what to do in an emergency.Provided food when we needed, helped with a housing program, they rented nice apartments for us, provided furniture, household goods, appliances, and more and more.The Console Career with JFS found my husband’s dream job as Sales Consultant.They coached me through the job search in the U.S. — teaching me about U.S. work culture, helping me with my resume, and connecting me to training resources with Upward Global.From very first days of our arrival, I was applying to every opening job so I couldn’t find any job in my field in the San Jose city. Despite my persistence, I was frustrated by the lack of results. I refused to give up on my dream of finding meaningful employment in my field in the U.S,I have been hired as an Import/Export Specialist at one of the IMPORT/EXPORT companies in the USA.I am very thankful for all team of Jewish Family Services Silicon Valley, and my special thanks to the Console Career who found my dream job. Because of JFSSV continued support, I was able to contact my employer and schedule an interview. He offered me the job! I'm very grateful for the help in my search for my dream job and referring me to the position.With extra efforts of JFSSV’s I was able to maintain a solid learning schedule and was best positioned to prepare to pass my interview.”

“My family and I love this little fellowship. I've been a UU for most of my life and this is the fellowship I've felt most at home. The sermons are always thought provoking and generate lots of great discussions! I also love the religious education for my children and the emphasis on social action. This is our 6th year as members and each year is even better than the last:)”

“Kids can learn a lot about necessities and wants by recognizing what people live without. A common routine, but one that should not be overlooked, is having a family donation to a charity for those less fortunate. Ask your kids to search for items, toys, or clothes that they no longer use and contribute those items a collection box.”