Programs & Services

The Jewish Community Council of Washington Heights & Inwood is a social service organization supported mainly by UJA-Federation of New York and the Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty. Responding to the cultural diversity of the entire community, we provide a comprehensive set of services in English, Spanish, Russian, Yiddish, Hebrew, German, and French. We help both young and old with warmth, compassion, and professionalism:


Advocacy and Referrals for Resources
Anti-Poverty Food and Nutrition Program
Children and Family Services
Emergency & Crisis Intervention
Escorted Car Service
Exercise Program
Friendly Visiting and Counseling
Gemach/Lending Program
Holiday and Social Programs
Housing Assistance
Immigrant Services
Resource Line
Safety & Security
Social Adult Day Care Program
Telephone Reassurance
Weekend and Holiday Meals