A dementia diagnosis impacts the entire family and navigating this can feel overwhelming. But you don’t have to face it alone. Join us for the 2nd annual Community Forum on Dementia with guest speaker Alejandro DeJesus, Chief of Mentor Services and lead speaker at Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care. Attend one session or all […]
Please join us as Alejandro DeJesus from PAC (The Positive Approach to Care)presents on three topics related to caregiving for someone living withDementia.Forum hosts: Gesher Human Services, Jewish Hospice and Chaplaincy Network,Jewish Senior Life, The J, Jewish Family Service and The Dorothy and PeterBrown Jewish Community Adult Day Program. Organized by: Jewish Senior Life of […]
Parlor meeting for Community Pillars donors
NEXTGen Detroit Board of Directors Executive Committee Meeting
Please join us as Alejandro DeJesus from PAC (The Positive Approach to Care)presents on three topics related to caregiving for someone living withDementia.Forum hosts: Gesher Human Services, Jewish Hospice and Chaplaincy Network,Jewish Senior Life, The J, Jewish Family Service and The Dorothy and PeterBrown Jewish Community Adult Day Program. Organized by: Jewish Senior Life of […]
Federation’s Maimonides Society is thrilled to partner with the ChaldeanAmerican Association for Health Professionals (CAAHP) for a wine tasting andnetworking event. The Jewish and Chaldean communities have shared a long-standing and meaningful relationship in Metro Detroit, and we are excited tocelebrate and strengthen that bond with a fun evening out that brings thesetwo communities together. […]
Celebrating our accomplishments and impact from the past year. Annual awards are given to a Volunteer of the Year, Community Partner of the Year, Employee of the Year and Lifetime Achievement Award. We also recognize our outgoing board members whose term limits have ended and install new board members.
Join us at the Memory Cafe, where people living with dementia and their family caregivers gather monthly to find connection and camaraderie. Enjoy engaging activities, entertainment, and light refreshments in a comfortable setting where you can enjoy experiences together. Our doors are open to all, whether you’re just beginning this journey or have been traveling […]
On behalf of the Board of Directors, we invite you to be our guest at JewishFamily Service’s Annual Meeting. Election & Installation of Board MembersCommunity Recognition & Awards Presentation ** _Join us as we honor…_****Alla Shapiro**Norman R. Keane Lifetime Achievement Award **Announced at Event**Patti Nemer Employee of the Year **Mentor Connection Volunteers:****Sam Dubin, Michael Gendelman, […]
Step into the joy of rhythm in a vibrant, welcoming space where the focus issimple: have fun! A drum circle is not only about making music; it is aboutlaughing, connecting, and feeling the shared pulse that lifts everyone up.Rhythm naturally strengthens community, eases stress, sparks creativity, andhelps each person discover their own inner voice._No experience […]
Join us in -person to learn from Jake Gillis, creator and host of Sababoosh,the Israeli culture podcast that explores every facet of Israeli life, wholives in Israel.• A grounded emotional understanding of Israeli society after October 7• Insight into how culture responds under trauma and pressure• Exposure to voices, genres, and themes shaping the current […]
Taking care of a loved one can be challenging. Jewish Family Service wants to help. 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 help […]