Our Services
Would you benefit from a courageous and supportive space right now? Circles of Connection can help!
Circles of Connection is a new pilot initiative for the Boston Jewish community that is building our communal capacity to care for and support one another during this time of increasing trauma, stress, polarization, and rising antisemitism.
Through peer-led support circles, Circles of Connection uses an evidence-based, trauma-informed model to help participants feel seen, heard, and supported as they process the stress and anxiety of our challenging world. The support circles are led by trained community members who have learned how to create respectful and welcoming spaces where people can connect meaningfully across shared experiences, bridge differences, and build resilience.
Support Circles are launching throughout the Boston Jewish community. Details will vary by group, but in general, they:
- Adapt to the unique needs of every group
- Use a co-facilitator format, with facilitators receiving ongoing support and supervision from clinicians at JF&CS
- Can use a cohort model or drop-in model
- Can be held in-person or virtually
- Frequency can vary, but are typically 75-90 minutes per meeting
Circles in the Community
Finding Connection After Loss: A Support Circle for Widows
This Circles of Connection support group offers a space where you can be yourself in the company of other women who have lost a partner. Together, we’ll create a supportive environment where it feels safe to speak openly, listen deeply, and share what this experience means in your own life. By coming together we can feel less isolated and alone and strengthen our sense of well-being.
This welcoming, strengths-based Circle is completely free and confidential. Sessions are facilitated by trained leaders and hosted by Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JF&CS).
Dates/Time: Tuesdays, 7:00–8:30 PM — January 13, January 27, February 10, February 24, March 10, and March 24
Location: Online via Zoom
Previously Offered Circles
- Responding to the Antisemitic Attack in Sydney
- Circles of Connection: October 7, Two Years Later
- Circles of Connection for Jewish Professionals (Virtual)
- Circles of Connection: Community Support
- Responding to Tragedy in DC
- JCC Greater Boston (Virtual)
- Temple Beth Elohim, Wellesley
- Jewish Parents of Trans and Nonbinary Youth
- Temple Beth Shalom of Needham
- Temple Isaiah Lexington
- Temple Israel of Boston
- Temple Israel of Sharon
- Northeastern University Jewish Affinity Group
Learn More
Interested in joining a support circle or having a support circle launched within your community? Reach out to circlesofconnection@jfcsboston.org to get started and learn more!
