What is joy and what impact does it have on the brain? Join us as we explore what it means to feel joy, how it benefits both short-term and long-term brain health, and how we can find ways to regularly experience moments of joy even when life is challenging. About the speaker: Brittany Denis, PT, […]
Whether you need health insurance, are already enrolled and want to review your plan, or have had an event in your life that may change your coverage, Jewish Family Service can help. The navigators at Jewish Family Service will answer all your questions and help you enroll, whether through the Healthcare Marketplace or through Medicaid. […]
SAVE THE DATE! Sunday, November 12, 2023 from 1pm-5pm! Join us for our 8th Annual CHANU-CON! COMMUNITY-WIDE CHANUKAH FESTIVAL at Congregation Beth Shalom! • FREE ADMISSION! (donations always welcome) • EXCITING CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES • FUN VENDORS WITH GIFT IDEAS • DELICIOUS KOSHER LUNCH OPTIONS • LIVE MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT • 50/50 RAFFLE • SAFRAI ART GALLERY […]
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 […]
Personal Action Toward Health (PATH) is a fun, interactive program designed by Stanford University to provide the necessary skills and tools to help people manage chronic pain and other persistent health conditions live a healthier life. This six-week workshop is conducted by certified leaders and teaches how to: • Create a personal plan for success […]
There has been extensive research on the connection between hearing and cognition. Join Jewish Family Service for this free brain health workshop as audiologist Nina Lopatin discusses this important connection and shares steps we can all take to protect our hearing. Register in advance for this Zoom event at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqce2urjojGdP9i_B-rvRossrF50XvPqYG After registering, you will receive […]
Taking care of a loved one can be challenging. Jewish Family Service gets 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, facilitated by Emily Gordon, LMSW, Program Coordinator of the Family Caregiver Support Program, and […]
We often associate resilience with our emotional well-being. But what does it mean to build a resilient brain? Join Jewish Family Service as they welcome Dr. Eric Mintz, a brain-based chiropractor certified in neurofeedback, who will help us discover how our brain’s neuroplasticity can increase our resilience throughout our life. He’ll include practical tips to […]
Taking care of a spouse or parent? Stressed and need some better ways to cope? The Powerful Tools for Caregivers Program helps you: • Take care of yourself by learning new techniques for relaxation and incorporating exercise into daily living • Manage emotions: reducing guilt, anger, and depression • Improve confidence in coping with caregiving […]
While many of us have experienced firsthand how mood and stress can impact our digestion, we may not be aware that the reverse is also true. The microbes that live in our gut can have a profound influence on our mood and cognitive function. Join Jewish Family Service as they welcome naturopathic doctor Michelle Davila. […]
Annual Mary Einstein Shapero Memorial Lecture with speaker Deborah Dash Moore, Frederick G. L. Huetwell Professor of History and Professor of Judaic Studies at the University of Michigan. Topic: Detroit Jews on the Move (20th Century)
Taking care of a loved one is challenging, and Jewish Family Service wants to help! Drop-in to one or all of our six monthly discussion groups that will provide a welcoming, judgement-free place to connect, share experiences and help one another through the stresses of caregiving. While each month has its own topic, please come […]