Israel @ 75!

Congregation Beth Shalom 14601 West Lincoln, Oak Park, MI, united States

We invite you to join us on Monday, April 24, 2023 at 7:30pm to celebrate Israel’s 75th birthday! We are excited to welcome Sophia Blumenthal, formerly of Ann Arbor, who lives in Israel and works for D’ror Israel, to be our presenter that evening. She will discuss the topics of Democracy in Action in Israel, […]

Free

Event Series ASIST Suicide Prevention Training

ASIST Suicide Prevention Training

Jewish Family Service 25900 Greenfield Road–Suite 405, Oak Park, MI, United States

More than 12.2 million adults seriously consider suicide each year. Learn the skills to help save a life. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day interactive workshop that teaches how to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide and how to work with them to keep them safe. You’ll learn to: […]

Free

Building Brain Habits for Better Brain Health

Virtual

The way we think has a strong impact on our brain health, yet much of our daily thoughts are rooted in our family dynamics as we were growing up. Just like other things that require life-long learning to help us become our best selves, so do our thought processes. Join us for this fun and […]

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Event Series Family Caregiver Support Group

Family Caregiver Support Group

Temple Israel 5725 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield, MI, United States

Taking care of a loved one can be challenging. Jewish Family Service and Temple Israel get it. You are invited to join a supportive network of people who understand the challenges and rewards of caregiving in our Family Caregiver Support Group. This weekly group will provide a welcoming, judgement-free place to connect, share experiences and […]

Free
Event Series Chronic Pain PATH Class

Chronic Pain PATH Class

Virtual

People living with chronic pain often find it interferes with their ability to manage their health and live life to the fullest. Personal Action Toward Health (PATH) is an interactive program designed by Stanford University to provide the necessary skills and tools to help you manage chronic pain and live a better life. This six-week […]

Free

Jewish Historical Society of Michigan Annual Meeting

Congregation Beth Ahm 5075 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield, Michigan, United States

It’s that time of year again! Join JHSM for our annual meeting where the highlight will be the presentation of this year’s Leonard N. Simons History-Maker Award! Established in 1991, the award honors those who have made outstanding contributions to the enrichment, conservation, knowledge, and dissemination of Michigan Jewish history. More information to come.

Your words can help save a life (free safeTALK training)

Jewish Family Service 25900 Greenfield Road, Suite 405, Oak Park, MI, United States

Become a safeTALK-trained helper and reduce the number of suicides in our community. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die, but are struggling with pain in their lives. Through their words and actions, they invite help to stay alive. Those trained in safeTALK can recognize these invitations and take action by […]

Free

Chronic Pain PATH Class

Virtual

People living with chronic pain often find it interferes with their ability to manage their health and live life to the fullest. Personal Action Toward Health (PATH) is an interactive program designed by Stanford University to provide the necessary skills and tools to help you manage chronic pain and live a better life. This six-week […]

Free

Cognitive Fitness: What really works and why?

Virtual

Join Jewish Family Service as Patti Celori Said, Executive Director of the New England Cognitive Center, takes us on a journey into human learning. She’ll cover everything from the concept of neuroplasticity to practical ways to strengthen or maintain our cognitive abilities as we age. She will share key areas for cognitive fitness including memory, […]

Free

Men’s Grief Support Group (50+)

Virtual

Does grief have a grip on you? Working through the loss of a loved one can be incredibly painful. Come find support with others who are on a similar path. We’ll create a safe and supportive space to engage in dialogue around issues arising after the loss of a loved one. This Zoom group is […]

Free

Learn the skills to help save a life: Free ASIST training

Jewish Family Service 25900 Greenfield Road, Suite 405, Oak Park, MI, United States

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day interactive workshop that teaches how to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide and how to work with them to keep them safe. You’ll learn to: • Understand how personal and societal attitudes affect views on suicide and interventions • Provide guidance to a […]

Free

Postpartum Support Group

Nature’s Playhouse 703 Livernois Street, Ferndale, MI, United States

Jewish Family Service is offering this free support group for moms with babies 0-12 months to come together to share their experiences, give and receive support, and learn about helpful tools and resources for postpartum wellness. Topics discussed will include stress, adjustment to parenting, postpartum depression/anxiety, and self-care. Lap babies welcome! Group capped at 10 […]

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