Events

JVS Career & Employment

Resume and Cover Letter Workshop

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 + 1 more dates
2-3:30pm

Learn how to effectively create or revise two of the fundamental tools for conducting a job search in the current market. Resume and cover letter workshops convene April 15, May 13, June 26, July 17, August 12, September 9, September 30, October 23, November 11 and Decembner 11, 2024. 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.

Support Groups

Grieving a Loss to Suicide

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 + 7 more dates
7-8pm

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.

Support Groups

Support During the War in Israel and Amidst Rising Antisemitism

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 + 2 more dates
12-1pm

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.

Special Events

NSA Fall Key Card Shopping Spree

Wednesday, August 14, 2024
12:00 AM

The North Shore Auxiliary (NSA) of JCFS Chicago invites you to purchase a Key Card, which is a special shopping pass that entitles you to 20% discount or special promotions at participating businesses from August 14 – 18, 2024. Open to the public. $75 Learn more here.