Virtual Special Needs Support Groups
FOR CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
Wednesdays at 7:30 PM
FOR CAREGIVERS OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES
Mondays at 7:30 PM
IF there is a change in the date of the meeting, members will be notified.
For more information, contact, weitzmanlaura@gmail.com
The Coffee House at JFS Program
The Coffee House is an innovative social and recreational program serving adults who have mild memory loss due to dementia. Our program provides an opportunity to use and strengthen physical and cognitive abilities, increase self-esteem, and have fun. We seek to enhance overall well-being of each participant in a safe and stimulating environment.
Mondays, Wednesday, and Thursdays at 10 AM- 3 PM
Contact Lisa Tognola, ltognola@jfscentralnj.org, 908-352-8375, ext. 304 for more information.
JFS Knitting and Crocheting Group
Come join us for a fun, hands-on afternoon of knitting/crocheting, conversation, and laughter. ALL ability levels welcome!
Supplies provided if needed
The JFS Knitting and Crocheting Group meets on Thursdays from 1 PM- 2:30 PM
Location: Jewish Family Service of Central NJ | 655 Westfield Avenue, Elizabeth NJ
Contact Danielle McLeer, dmcleer@jfscentralnj.org, 908-352-8375, ext. 238 for more information.
Mindfulness Meditation for Focus and Calmness
Achieve inner peace and learn tips and tricks to achieve focus and a sense of calm in this virtual workshop via Zoom with Elaine Dill, MSW-L.C.S.W.
This workshop takes place: Wednesdays @11 AM
Contact: edill@jfscentralnj.org 0r 908-352-8375 ext. 320 for more information
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
JFS of Central NJ joins Alzheimer’s NJ to offer: A Caregiver Support Group
Featuring: Debbie Rosenwein, LCSW | Older Adult Services, JFSCNJ
Wednesdays: 1 PM – 2:15 PM
Join by Zoom or Phone
For more information contact: Debbie Rosenwein, LCSW drosenwein@jfscentralnj.org or 908-352-8375 ext. 223
Goodnight Mind!
Turn off your noisy thoughts and get a good night’s sleep! 💤🌙⭐
✨Presented by Elaine Dill, MSW, LCSW
JFSCNJ Social Worker
🗓️ Wednesday, June 10th @ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM*
*Please note earlier start time!
📍The Lavy House
748 E. Broad Street, Westfield
(Ample parking in Temple Emanu-El lot)
🥯Bagel brunch will be served. (Kosher Dietary Laws Observed)
Annual Meeting
We will be celebrating the installation of our new officers and continuing board members and recognizing our volunteers of the year!🍾
- – Marissa Duarte
- – Sheryl & Mark Traum
✨ 6:30 PM: Refreshments (kosher dietary laws observed)
✨ 7:00 PM: Ceremony begins.
📍JFS of Central NJ-Halpern Building 655 Westfield Avenue, Elizabeth
Next event: June 16, 2026 6:30 pm
Emotional Reality of Caregiving
Caring for a loved one can be rewarding – but it can also feel overwhelming, isolating, exhausting and emotionally draining.
Join us for an educational presentation that will provide you with strategies to promote well-being.
Tuesday, June 23rd 2026
6:30 PM – Pizza*
7:00 PM – Start time
*For those in person, all food is according to Kosher Dietary Laws. Program takes place at the JFSCNJ Halpern Building, 655 Westfield Avenue, Elizabeth, and Via Zoom
THIS IS A HYBRID EVENT