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Statewide, JFS' team of licensed therapists, psychiatrists, social workers, and case managers are working creatively to meet the growing and changing needs of our community; we are supporting individuals and families, students and essential workers, older adults and caregivers, and more.

See below for upcoming webinars , support groups , and workshops .

JFS is also providing telehealth and accepting new clients (302-478-9411) as well as operating our free, confidential emotional support line (302-781-4537).

(Find additional updates and announcements on our Coronavirus Webpage and Facebook )
WEBINARS:
COMPASS Info Session Webinar

Tuesday, May 19 from 3:30 to 4PM
Saturday, May 23 from 10:30 to 11AM

Caring for a loved one with dementia?
Meet the JFS COMPASS team to learn more about the program, common caregiver stressors & risks, and other JFS services & resources available to you.
We're here to answer your questions!

Register in advance for the secure access link:

Contact Beverly with questions or for more info:
Coping with COVID-19 Today and
the New Normal for Tomorrow

Thursday, May 21 from 3-4PM

Join JFS and Jewish Federation of Delaware for a discussion with mental health professionals to address questions and concerns as we transition to a "new normal" after COVID-19.

Panelists:
Dr. David Sheslow
Hockessin Center for Change, focus on vulnerable adults
Dr. Dahra Williams
Independence School & Hockessin Center for Change, focus on children
Dr. David Mandelbaum
Consultant at Tatnall School, focus on adolescents

Moderated by:
Paul Sheslow, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, JFS Delaware

Register in advance for the secure access link:
Contact Nicole with questions or for more information:
A collaboration with:
SUPPORT GROUPS:
VSTEP (Virtual Support to Essential People)
A virtual support group for essential personnel and frontline workers of COVID-19, including tips for self-care and managing anxiety.

Tuesdays at 7AM • Thursdays at 7PM

Contact Becca for the secure access link:
QuaranTEEN
A support group for boys (ages 14-17) to identify and process recent changes, including coping with stress, online learning, and more.

Wednesdays 5-6PM • April 22 - June 10
(Open to all male-identifying teens)

Contact Liz for the secure access link:
Caring Group for Widows/Widowers
A support group for widows and widowers to connect with each other and discuss life after loss.

Every 2nd Thursday (Monthly) 4:30PM

Contact Mariann for more information:
Teen Support Group
A group for ALL teens (ages 13-18), covering mental health topics including depression, anxiety, healthy boundaries, managing emotions and more.

Thursdays at 6-7PM

Contact Brielle for the secure access link:
ASK (Alphabet Soup Kids)
A social & support group for LGBTQIA+ youth.
ALL youth age 12-18 welcome!

Saturdays at 11AM

Contact Sharon for the secure access link:
WORKSHOPS:
SMART Recovery Workshop
for Family & Friends

Encouraging a loved one to choose recovery over addiction? Let JFS guide you through an evidence-based workshop series tackling self-care, support resources, and skill building.

Thursdays from 10 to 11:30am
May 21, May 28, and June 4

Contact Brittany for more information:
Jewish Family Services of Delaware
99 Passmore Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 478-9411
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