Yesodot

The mission of Yesodot (Hebrew for foundations) is to maximize the potential and build community foundations for children and young adults with disabilities in Greater Boston. Yesodot welcomes Jewish and interfaith families and is a family-centered and family-directed support program that provides a varied menu of services and programs to families whose loved ones have developmental, physical, learning, or other disabilities. In 2001, Yesodot began running programs through JVS (Jewish Vocational Service). In 2010, Yesodot became a part of JF&CS in Waltham. 

Yesodot Families

Yesodot families come from more than 62 cities and towns throughout Greater Boston. The individuals we serve range from young children to adults. These individuals have a variety of disabilities including developmental, psychiatric, and physical disabilities.

The goal of Yesodot is to serve not just the child/teen/young adult with a disability, but all members of the family including parents, siblings, and grandparents.

Yesodot Programs

Yesodot provides parent and sibling support, family recreational outings, and offers programs for young people transitioning from high school. In addition, Yesodot presents educational workshops, disseminates information, develops resources, and runs an assistive technology project. Yesodot participates in public awareness activities and collaborates to foster community inclusion.

For more information, call 781-647-JFCS (5327) or email your questions via our contact us page.

"The most important benefit that I see coming out of Yesodot is that a strong community of families with a young or adult child with a disability is coming together and forming lasting friendships. We will be able to continue to support one another over the long years ahead as our kids grow up and need adult services."
-Yesodot Parent

Jewish Family & Children's Service | 1430 Main Street | Waltham, MA 02451
Phone: 781-647-JFCS (5327) | info@jfcsboston.org | Locations & Directions