Mission & values
The Jewish Bereavement Counselling Service (JBCS) founded 45 years ago, is a registered charity and member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists.
Our mission
JBCS is committed to ensuring professional, skilled and confidential bereavement counselling to everyone in the Jewish Community. JBCS seeks to work in ways that respect values, beliefs, and needs. Anyone struggling or having difficulties managing after the death of a significant person, can contact JBCS. The Charity was set up to protect and preserve mental health and the relief of suffering and distress caused through bereavement by:
- Offering bereavement counselling to adults, children, young people, families and support groups.
- Providing welfare, health and educational organisations with advice and support in cases of bereavement.
- Providing bereavement training
- Working closely with other statutory and voluntary services.
JBCS vision
For everyone in the Jewish community to be able to access bereavement counselling by professionally trained volunteers.
Our values
Compassion
We treat everyone with kindness, dignity, and respect, ensuring every individual feels heard, valued, and understood.
Excellence
We are committed to providing a professional and confidential, high-quality service that supports the unique needs of those we serve.
Sensitivity
We honour the diversity of Jewish traditions, beliefs, and personal circumstances, providing support that is thoughtful and tailored to each individual.
Integrity
Guided by ethical principles, we honour the trust placed in us and ensure that everyone is treated with fairness and importance.
Collaboration
We work closely with individuals, families, and other organisations to provide comprehensive and meaningful support.
