Molly Carr, Ph.D. is the Chief Executive Officer at Jewish Family Services of Western New York. She has a background in refugee resettlement and has held leadership positions in various organizations such as International Rescue Committee, Church World Service, and Journey's End Refugee Services. Molly's academic background includes a Ph.D. in Leadership and Policy from Niagara University, an MA in Organizational Leadership from Medaille University, and a BA in Political Science/Urban Studies, International Relations/Religious Studies from Canisius University. She has a strong commitment to helping refugees and immigrants integrate into their new communities successfully.
Jewish Family Services of Western New York
Jewish Family Services of Western New York is a nonsectarian, not for profit, community-based health and social service provider that has served its community since 1862. We are a multifaceted agency offering a broad range of complementary, integrated services delivered by highly qualified professionals in psychiatry, psychology, nursing, social work and rehabilitation counseling; committed volunteers and community contributors. Our services are available to all individuals – from infants, children and adolescents to families and the frail elderly –regardless of religious affiliation, ethnicity, race, culture, gender or ability to pay. Our compassionate health care professionals administer comprehensive programs that offer comfort, counseling and connection to a broad network of support. In every service area – from older adult care to refugee resettlement to behavioral and physical health, JFS focuses on client-directed treatment of the whole self. We are guided by the essential connection between mental well-being, physical wellness and positive self worth.