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

  • Tuesday, May 19, 2026

  • 7-8:30pm
  • JCFS Siegle Building 5140 Golf Rd Skokie, IL 60077 View Map

This grief support group is designed for individuals aged 60 and younger who have lost a spouse or partner within the past two years. Offering a compassionate space for healing and connection, the group will meet in person for six Tuesday evening sessions: March 17th, March 31st, April 7th, April 21st, May 5th, May 19th. This group is generously supported by the Lauri S. Bauer Foundation for Sudden Loss.

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Journey to Build a Family

Journey to Build a Family is a free monthly virtual drop-in for those navigating challenges in building or growing their families, including infertility, pregnancy loss, and grief. This group meets on the third Monday of each month. Email Andrea Jacobs for the Zoom link. More information can be found on the JCFS Family Support page.

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20s & 30s Grief Support Group

  • Thursday, December 17, 2026 + 5 more dates

  • July 16 - 8:00pm
    August 20 - 8:00pm
    September 17 - 7:00pm
    October 15 - 8:00pm
    November 19 - 7:00pm
    December 17 - 8:00pm

It's not a club anyone wants to be a part of, but if you are a person in their 20s or 30s who has lost a parent, sibling, or partner, sometimes it's good to be with people who get it.  Co-sponsored by Mishkan Chicago, Silverstein Base Chicago, and JCFS Chicago, this group meets monthly to share memories of our loved ones and discuss our experiences of grief in a supportive space.

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