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
Passover celebration for adults with disabilities and/or mental health challenges
Mar 22, 2026
Come and celebrate Passover with JF&CS!
Evaluating Medical Risk in Domestic Infant Adoption
Mar 24, 2026
Dr. Lisa Prock will discuss the medical information/biological history prospective adoptive parents may receive regarding their child.
JF&CS Memory Café: Conversation Time
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!
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.
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.
The Walk for Hunger: Support JF&CS Family Table
May 03, 2026
Join our team to support Family Table and fight hunger across the Commonwealth.Past Events
JF&CS Virtual Memory Café: Nature Connection
Jan 05, 2024
Community Support Group: Crisis in Israel
Dec 13, 2023
Virtual Support Group for College Faculty and Staff
Dec 13, 2023
Parkinson's and the Gut with Dr. Samuel Frank
Dec 07, 2023
Community Support Group: Crisis in Israel
Dec 06, 2023
JF&CS Virtual Memory Café: Ageless Grace
Dec 01, 2023
Virtual Support Group for College Faculty and Staff
Nov 29, 2023
Community Support Group: Crisis in Israel
Nov 29, 2023
Community Support Group: Crisis in Israel
Nov 20, 2023
Virtual Support Group for College Faculty and Staff
Nov 17, 2023
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.