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Grieving a Loss to Suicide

A free monthly drop-in group on Zoom for adults in the Jewish community and beyond who are navigating the world after the loss of a loved one to suicide. Co-led by Leah Shefsky, LCSW, and Wendy Dolin, LCSW, a survivor of suicide loss. Grieving a Loss to Suicide meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month through June 2025.

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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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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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Winning the Interview

Preparation is key! It may be virtual, in-person, with a group or over numerous follow-up sessions, but interviewing comes with the job search. Learn and practice how to interview in any setting to secure your next job! Interview workshops convene January 22, March 31 and June 4, 2025 After you have registered, you will receive an emailed link the day of the event, allowing you access to the workshop you have registered for. 

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