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Hand in Hand: Grief Support Group for Spouse/Partner Loss

  • Tuesday, January 16, 2024

  • 7-8:30pm
  • Abe and Ida Cooper Center 6689 N Kedzie Chicago, IL 60645 View Map

This grief support group is geared for those 55 and younger who are grieving the death of their spouse or partner within the past two years. The group will meet in person for six Tuesday evening sessions, beginning Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 7pm. Contact Leah Shefsky to register. Registration is required. Supported by the Lauri S. Bauer Foundation for Sudden Loss.

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Citizenship Class in Partnership with Vernon Area Public Library

  • Tuesday, January 16, 2024

  • 7-8:45pm

If you'd like to become a naturalized U.S. citizen, attend this 12-week series to prepare for the citizenship test in a small, online group. Content includes American history, civics, speaking, and reading and writing in English. The first class introduces the course and materials. Register Today Classes meet 7:00-8:45pm on the following Tuesdays: January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 13, 20, 27; March 5, 12, 19, 26; April 2.

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Separation and Identity: Clinical Considerations in Adolescent Treatment

  • Wednesday, January 31, 2024

  • 12-1pm

Adolescence is one of the most transformative periods in our lives. Existing research on this stage of our lives has never been more descriptive and plentiful. This presentation will provide a useful conceptualization of the three stages of adolescent development by briefly reviewing clinical considerations, neuroscience, and empirical research. We’ll consider identity, separation, attachments, and repairs as clinical areas of focus when working with teens who are struggling with relationships, school issues, and family.

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Support During the War in Israel and Amidst Rising Antisemitism

A virtual drop-in group for those in the Chicagoland Jewish Community who are seeking connection, support, and coping strategies to get through these difficult times. The group meets on Wednesdays, 12 – 1pm via Zoom. Please contact Bracha Jakofsky, MSW at 847.745.5430 for more information and to obtain the Zoom link.

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