Not just Russian Jews. But Jews from Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Georgia and Chachnya. Many of these people are entirely new to western ways, making their adjustment to life in America especially difficult. The Jewish poor also include Hasidic households in Brooklyn that have been blessed with many children, but lack the means to adequately feed, clothe and house their large families. And nearly all the Jewish poor share a common inability to reach out for help.
Pride is a major factor.
Proud people who have never depended on others, are too ashamed to come forward and ask for assistance. Language barriers prevent refugees from getting the services to which they are entitled. Fear keeps battered wives from making that first call for help. Met Council is there to find these people. Met Council is there to help these people.