Support Groups / Sessions

Our support groups / sessions offer an opportunity to share your thoughts with others and learn important coping skills.

Alexander Jewish Family Service’s structured support groups focus on providing knowledge and tools to improve your coping skills and ability to self-care. A professional facilitates as you share your thoughts with peers who have a common purpose and are likely to understand one another. Our list of support groups/sessions changes as the needs in the community change, so be sure to check the schedule for the most current groups offered. All groups are free of charge unless otherwise indicated.

Alexander JFS welcomes all racial, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds and is a safe place for all gender expressions and sexual orientations.

We provide:
  • A safe space to connect
  • An opportunity to share your thoughts with peers
  • An environment of understanding
  • A professional facilitator in each group

Free Virtual Support Groups/Sessions

Name

Date & time

Short Summary

Middle School Group
Groups are held at various times throughout the year.
Participants find support with other tweens while learning coping skills and making friends.
High School Group
Groups are held at various times throughout the year.
Topics covered: increasing social connections, positive communication skills, increasing self esteem, learning to manage conflict, navigating academic challenges and discussing family dynamics and conflict
Children's Group
Groups are held at various times throughout the year.
Participants connect with peers while learning self-growth, self-care and social skills.
Men's Group
Mondays, 1:00 -2:00 PM
Topics Covered: healthy habits, interesting hobbies, self-care, building supportive relationships, maintaining physical and mental health
Women's Group
Wednesdays, 1:00-2:00 PM
Topics covered: healthy habits, interesting hobbies, self-care, building supportive relationships, maintaining physical and mental health
Internet Support Sessions
Free to everyone
These one-hour support sessions are designed to provide a safe and supportive virtual environment for participants to connect, learn, comfort, support and socialize to promote our psychological health during this stressful time.

Common Questions about Support Groups/Sessions

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What is the difference between a support group and counseling?
What support group should I join? How do I know if I can attend a support group?
Can I bring a friend or family member?

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