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Book Clubs Connect Residents to Community
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Book Clubs Connect Residents to Community

Several residents supported by JCFS have been participating in book clubs – first via Zoom, at the beginning of the pandemic, and eventually in person at the Skokie Public Library.

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Finding Comfort in Community: The Power of Grief Support Groups
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Finding Comfort in Community: The Power of Grief Support Groups

Grief can be incredibly lonely. But something powerful happens when you’re in a room with others who truly get it. That’s what I’ve seen during my time as an intern at JCFS Chicago: the power of connection in grief support groups.

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Addiction Recovery for Serenity Shabbat
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Addiction Recovery for Serenity Shabbat

The Jewish community has come a long way in acknowledging addiction, supporting those who have struggled and uplifting those in recovery. JCFS Chicago and the Chicago Board of Rabbis invite you to continue this forward momentum during a special Shabbat.

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Lessons from the Passover Haggadah for the Askable Parent
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Lessons from the Passover Haggadah for the Askable Parent

Being an askable parent means creating a safe space where your child feels comfortable asking any question, knowing they’ll be met with honesty and understanding. Just as we tailor our responses at the Passover Seder, we must also adapt how we talk to our children — especially about important topics like body safety, boundaries, and growing up.

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Celebrating Passover with Civility and Connection
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Celebrating Passover with Civility and Connection

Passover often brings together multiple generations and diverse perspectives around the seder table. In today’s polarized world, thoughtful planning can foster civil dialogue across differences, allowing everyone to appreciate the richness that such diversity offers.

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Purim Party
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Purim in Recovery: Strategies for Celebrating Safely and Inclusively

Here are some strategies that allow us to experience a Simchah of enjoyment without the risks of consumption or overconsumption of alcohol.

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The Healing Power of Jewish Chaplaincy
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The Healing Power of Jewish Chaplaincy

While spiritual care, or chaplaincy, is an important factor in both physical and mental health care, our work is not well known in the Jewish community.

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Family Estrangement: A Growing Issue in the Jewish Community 
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Family Estrangement: A Growing Issue in the Jewish Community 

Family estrangement is a deeply emotional and often complex issue that affects many in our community. It can stem from a variety of sources.

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Participating in Dry January: A Community Commitment to Health and Well-Being
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Participating in Dry January: A Community Commitment to Health and Well-Being

Dry January is a global movement where individuals and communities choose to abstain from alcohol for one month. Synagogues and communal organizations can participate in Dry January and send a message of support to those who wish to take a break from alcohol during this month in several meaningful ways.

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Supporting Mental Health: How to Show Up for Someone You’re Concerned About
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Supporting Mental Health: How to Show Up for Someone You’re Concerned About

Sadness, stress and anxiety are natural parts of the broad spectrum of human emotions. However, when someone you care about is struggling with these feelings, it’s natural to be concerned and want to help. Here’s what you need to know to support those who are struggling with their mental health.

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