Support groups provide an opportunity for people with similar personal experiences to express feelings and share coping strategies with professional guidance.
Click on any image below to email the facilitator of the group to ask questions or to register.
A Journey Through Grief – Bereavement group for older adults who have lost a spouse or significant other. The group will meet Tuesdays, beginning February 25. For more information and to register, contact Amanda Kielbania LCSW, at akielbania@jfsmetrowest.org or 973-637-1712. Most major insurances accepted.
Beyond Bereavement – Bereavement group for older adults who have lost a spouse or partner more than 2 years ago. This group will meet Wednesdays, beginning February 26, 2025. For more information and to register, contact Amanda Kielbania LCSW, at akielbania@jfsmetrowest.org or 973-637-1712. Free.
Parkinson’s Disease Caregiver Support – Group for individuals who are caring for a loved one with Parkinson’s Disease and want to learn about coping skills and becoming a more effective care partner. Meeting monthly from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm on February 10, March 10, April 7, May 12, June 9. This group is open to spouses, adult children, and siblings of older adults. To register and receive meeting location details, please email caregivers@jfsmetrowest.org or call (973) 637-1740. Free.
Virtual Family Support for Alzheimer’s Disease – Support group for families and caregivers with the emotional support and education they need to understand Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. This group meets virtually multiple times each month on Mondays and Thursdays. To register and receive ZOOM meeting link, please email caregivers@jfsmetrowest.org or call (973) 637-1740. Free.
Montclair Caregiver Support – Group for individuals caring for an older adult who want to learn about coping skills and becoming a more effective care partner. Meeting monthly on Thursdays from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm on February 13, March 13, April 10, May 8th, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, and December 11 in Montclair. Pre-registration is required. Please click here to register. If you do not have access to a computer, please call Michelle DeWitt at 973-744-3278 to sign up over the phone. To speak with the group facilitator Siobhan Higgins, LCSW please email caregivers@jfsmetrowest.org or call (973) 637-1740. Free.
South Orange/Maplewood Caregiver Support – Group is for individuals who are taking care of an older adult and want to learn about coping skills and how to become a more effective care partner. Meeting monthly on Mondays from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm. This group is open to spouses, adult children, and siblings of older adults. To register and receive meeting location details, please email caregivers@jfsmetrowest.org or call (973) 637-1740. Free.
Parents & Caregivers of Adult Children with Disabilities – Group connects parents and caregivers to discuss advocacy strategies and resources. Ongoing group sessions will be held on Tuesdays. For more information and to register, contact Kristin Dunne, LCSW, at kdunne@jfsmetrowest.org or (973) 637-1749. Free.
Siblings of Children with Disabilities – This group allows siblings to explore their emotions in a fun and supportive environment. Ongoing group sessions will be held on Wednesdays. For more information and to register, contact Kim Clerie, LSW at kclerie@jfsmetrowest.org. Free.
Playgroup with a Purpose – Ongoing weekly group for parents with their babies aged 0-12 months to share and connect. In collaboration with Temple Sharey Tefilo-Israel. Wednesdays 9:15 am -10:15 am. For more information and to register, contact Sophie Harris, MSW, LSW at sharris@jfsmetrowest.org. Free.
