EFFECTIVE DATE: 01/01/2026

By opting in to receive SMS/text messages from Jewish Family Service (“JFS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), you agree to the following Terms and Conditions.

1. SMS/Text Messaging Service

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in, you consent to receive SMS/text messages from Jewish Family Service for limited, non-sensitive purposes, which may include:

  • Appointment reminders
  • Program or service updates
  • Administrative or scheduling notifications
  • General two-way communication related to services you request or receive

Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.
Reply HELP for assistance. Reply STOP to opt out.

2. Message Frequency
Message frequency will vary depending on your interaction with Jewish Family Service and the services you receive. You may receive multiple messages per month based on your engagement.

3. Message and Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply according to your mobile carrier’s plan. Jewish Family Service is not responsible for any charges incurred from your mobile carrier.

4. Privacy and HIPAA Notice
Your information is handled in accordance with our Privacy & Text Messaging Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference and available at: Privacy Policy – Jewish Family Service

Jewish Family Service complies with applicable federal and New Jersey privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”), when applicable.

SMS/text messaging is used only for limited, non-sensitive communications. While reasonable safeguards are in place, text messaging is not a fully secure method of communication. By opting in, you acknowledge and accept this risk. Detailed or confidential health information will not be transmitted via SMS.

5. Sharing of Information
Jewish Family Service does not sell, rent, or share your phone number or SMS opt-in information with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.

Information may be shared only with trusted service providers who assist in delivering SMS messages, subject to confidentiality and data protection obligations, or as required by law.

6. Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of receiving SMS/text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. You may reply HELP for assistance or contact us directly at:
Jewish Family Service
973-777-7638
Opting out of text messaging will not affect your ability to receive services from Jewish Family Service.

7. Service Availability and Liability
SMS delivery is subject to availability and network conditions. Jewish Family Service is not responsible for delayed, undelivered, or misdirected messages due to mobile carrier issues, thirdparty service providers, or technical limitations.

8. Eligibility and Authorization
By opting in, you confirm that you are the owner or authorized user of the mobile phone number provided and that you are at least 18 years of age, or have the consent of a parent or legal guardian where applicable.

9. Changes to These Terms
Jewish Family Service may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Any changes will be posted with an updated effective date. Continued participation in the SMS program constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Contact Information
If you have questions about this policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Jewish Family Service
110 Main Ave
Passaic NJ 07055
973-777-7638 x138