In addition to the events listed below, we offer a wide variety of ongoing support groups and social programs.
Explore our support group options for parents of babies under one year old, children who have a sibling with a disability, adults living with chronic mental illness, adult children and care partners of individuals with dementia or Parkinson’s disease, individuals who are experiencing grief and loss, and people who have lost a loved one to suicide.
Upcoming Events
Spanish Parkinson's Dance Class
Apr 09, 2026
Designed for those with Parkinson's disease or similar symptoms.
JF&CS Memory Café: Laughter Yoga
Apr 10, 2026
This month, Bill and Linda Hamaker from Let's Laugh Today will lead us in Laughter Yoga. No experience necessary—just be ready to smile!
Yom HaShoah: Boston's Community Holocaust Commemoration
Apr 12, 2026
Join the Greater Boston community in commemorating the six million lives lost in the Holocaust, the survivors, and their families.
Adoption Resources Orientation
Apr 14, 2026
This small-group orientation is a great opportunity to learn more about our domestic infant adoption program. Come with any and all questions!
Parenting an Infant Exposed to Substances
Apr 16, 2026
Learn what to expect when parenting an infant who has been impacted by substance exposure.
Lev Shalem (A Whole Heart): A Support Group for Healing and Wholeness After Loss
Apr 21, 2026
A five‑week, in‑person bereavement group designed to help participants move through grief with support and a whole heart.
Behind the Story: Live Showing of Boys of Summer
Apr 22, 2026
This Parkinson's Awareness Month, join us for a live online screening of the new documentary "Boys of Summer: Third Base."
Learn to Pole Walk for Parkinson's Workshop
Apr 27, 2026
In honor of Parkinson’s Awareness Month, join us for a gentle, full-body pole walking class designed for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners.
Journey of the Soul: Jewish Wisdom on Death, Dying, and Healing
Apr 28, 2026
Join Rabbi Allison Berry, Director of JF&CS’s Betty Ann Greenbaum Miller Center for Jewish Healing, for this five-session course on the ways Jewish tradition guides us through the end of life.
Caring Well: A Support Group for Caregivers of Aging Loved Ones
Apr 29, 2026
This 5-week online support group for caregivers of older adults offers a warm, respectful space to share and listen, explore common challenges, and come away with helpful resources.Past Events
Evaluating Medical Risk in Domestic Infant Adoption
Mar 24, 2026
Dementia Friends Champion Training
Mar 11, 2026
Quarterly Parkinson's Education Group: Pelvic Health Considerations in Parkinson's Disease
Mar 05, 2026
Jewish Teachings for the End of Life
Feb 11, 2026
Adoption Workshop: Parenting Interracial Adoptees
Feb 05, 2026
Support Groups & Social Programs
Explore our support groups for new parents, adult children and care partners of individuals with dementia or Parkinson’s disease, individuals who are experiencing grief and loss, and more.