Support Groups

Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, many of our social and support groups will be temporarily closed. Please contact the group directly before attending to avoid disappointment.

JEWISH HELPLINE

Jewish Helpline is here if you are feeling alone, anxious, depressed or suicidal or simply in need of someone to talk to.
They listen without judgement, and all calls are completely confidential. You don’t need to give your name.

Their trained volunteers are here to support you.
Telephone: 020 3096 2875
Website: www.jewishhelpline.org/

Addictions

ADD Anon (Run by JAMI)

Addictions in our families is a weekly anonymous group which enables Jewish families to support each other through addiction. Drugs, alcohol, gambling.
When:  Weekly on Wednesday.
Contact: JAMI for further info jamiuk.org/contact-us

Bereavement

Jewish Bereavement Counselling Service (JBCS)

Offers confidential bearevement counselling 1-2-1, telephone or online. Available Nationwide and led by trained professionals.
Contact:  Call our confidential 24 hour answering service on 020 8951 3881 or email enquiries@jbcs.org.uk 

JBCS Support groups listed below.

Stronger Together

For people (60+) who have lost a partner.

Butterflies

For mums and dads (of young children) who have lost a parent.

Stepping Stones

For people (40-60 years) who have lost a partner

Bereaved Parents

For people bereaved of an adult child.

AfterShock

For young adults aged (18-30 years) who have lost a parent.

For more information on JBCS, Please visit here.
Download the flyer here.

Nechama

An informal support group for bereaved Jewish parents, meeting in a warm and caring atmosphere.
When:  Monthly
Contact: Helen on 07855 669 333

Carers

Caring for You

An online support group for family carers of people living at home with a diagnosis of dementia.

When: Monthly on a Thursday from 2.30pm-3.45pm.
Where: Online on Zoom
Contact: helpline@jcare.org

Physical Disability Carers Support Group

*This group is now being conducted online due to Covid-19*

A group for carers whose family or friend has a degenerative disease like MS or Parkinsons, had a stroke or is living with a physical disability. Physical and emotional support.
When: Monthly group, Tuesdays from 12.30 to 2.00pm 
Where: Otto Schiff,  Golders Green
Contact: Helene Meyer on 07833200759 or HMeyer@jcare.org.

LIVING WITH DEMENTIA

Memory Way Cafés

Memory Way Cafés are regular, in-person gatherings over tea and cake for people who are living with dementia together with their family carers. We offer a welcoming, sociable, hospitable and accepting space. Everyone can share similar experiences, stories and seek support and advice. An engaging activity or speaker is offered for all to enjoy at each session.

Alternatively you can join our online Memory Way Café. You can join using a smart phone, computer, laptop or tablet using Zoom. We can help you to access these meetings.

Virtual sessions on Zoom
When: Once a month on a Tuesday at 3-4pm
Where: Zoom (online)
Join using a smart phone, computer, laptop or tablet
Contact: Susan on 020 8922 2294

The Sam Beckman Centre
When: Once a month on a Thursday at 2-3.30pm.
There is a voluntary donation of £4 per person
Where: The Sam Beckman Centre, The Betty and Asher Loftus Centre, Asher Loftus Way, London, N11 3ND
Contact: Theresa on 020 8203 0521

Michael Sobell Jewish Community Centre
When: Once a month on a Thursday at 2-4pm
There is a voluntary donation of £4 per person
Where: Michael Sobell Jewish Community Centre, The Maurice and Vivienne Wohl Campus, Golders Green, NW11 9TJ
Contact: Susan on 020 8922 2294

The Zalman and Ruchi Noé Centre
When: Once a month on a Tuesday at 2-4pm
There is a voluntary donation of £4 per person
Where: The Zalman and Ruchi Noé Centre, Sandringham, Stanmore, London, HA7 3FT
Contact: Rachel at 020 8951 3739

Edgware and Hendon Reform Synagogue
When: Once a month on a Wednesday at 2.30- 4.30pm
Where: Edgware and Hendon Reform Synagogue, Stonegrove, Edgware, HA8 8AB
Contact: Val on 020 8238 1013 or email welfare@ehrs.uk

For more information about Memory Way Cafés or other services for people living with dementia, contact:
Susan Dawson, Community Dementia Projects Lead on 020 8922 2294 or email sdawson@jcare.org

Singing for Memory

Supporting people living with conditions that affect memory.

A singing session that provides a stimulating and friendly social environment, bringing together people who live with conditions affecting memory and their carers. Singing for Memory is not just an enjoyable activity, it's a way for people to express themselves and socialise in a fun and supportive group. This all helps to build on the preserved memory for song and music.

Finchley Reform Synagogue
When: Tuesdays at 1.30pm
There is a voluntary donation of £4 per person
Where: Currently on Zoom (online)
Join using a smart phone, computer, laptop or tablet
There is a plan to return to in-person sessions soon
Contact: Finchley Reform Synagogue on 020 8446 3244

Singing Together

Join us from the comfort of your own armchair, for live virtual singing sessions! Singing Together is a live, professionally led, friendly and above all fun singing session which run over Zoom. Sessions will stimulate mind and body, while building on the memory we all have for music and song.  Sessions which are particularly engaging for those living with dementia but all are welcome!

When:  Fortnightly on Thursdays at 11am-12.30pm
Where: Zoom (online)
Join using a smart phone, computer, laptop or tablet
Contact: Susan on 020 8922 2294

Singing Together Recordings

You can watch these pre-recorded sessions at your leisure. We hope you enjoy singing along.
Recording 1 here
Recording 2 here
Recording 3 here
Recording 4 here
Recording 5 here

Dementia Day Club (Formally Chai Group)

 Therapeutic programme for those living with dementia.
When:  Tuesday and Thursday, 10am -3.30pm 
Where: Southend and Westcliff Jewish Community Centre, SS0 8EG
Cost: £29 (per person) including transport, lunch and support programme of activities.
Contact: helpline@jcare.org

Memory Matters

Local activities to stimulate your memory.
When: Thursdays from 11am - 2:30pm 2nd and 4th Thursday each month.
Where: Northwood and Pinner Liberal Synagogue
Contact: 
Angela Peters, Care Co-ordinator PLS on 01923 855 611 or email angela@npls.org.uk  OR Rachel Allen on 020 8951 3739 or email rallen@jcare.org

hEARING LOSS

Hearing aid surgery

Hearing Aid support from a specialist.
When: Monthly
Where: Redbridge Jewish Community Centre, IG4 5LN
Cost: Free
Contact: helpline@jcare.org

Jewish Refugees

AJR Association of Jewish Refugees

Delivers social, welfare services and financial assistance to Jewish victims of Nazi oppression as well as their dependents and descendants living in Britain. 
When: First Wednesday of the month, from 10.00- 12.00pm
Where: Redbridge Jewish Community Centre.
Cost: £1.50 per person
Contact: helpline@jcare.org

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

Jems

A Jewish support group for people living with Multiple Sclerosis

JEMS is a friendly, facilitated group in a confidential setting, for people of all ages and their partners, living with MS, so they can share knowledge and experiences to live life as well as possible with this complex disease. 

JEMS invites speakers on a wide range of topics including latest developments in research and treatments for MS as well as providing signposting to relevant organisations for further help and advice. 

When: The first Wednesday of each month 
Where: Currently on-line via Zoom
Contact: helpline@jcare.org / 0208 922 2222 – Jewish Care Direct

Social Groups

Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, many of our social and support groups will be temporarily closed. Please contact the group directly before attending to avoid disappointment.

Active Life (Supper club)

A programme of evening socials to increase confidence, enhance wellbeing and support those with mental health needs.
When: First Tuesday of the month 
Where: Michael Sobell Community Centre, NW11 9DQ
This is only at the Michael Sobell Jewish Community Centere.
Contact- sobell@jcare.org 020 8922 2908

Let's Move On Together

A social group for single people whether they be divorced or widowed. The programme includes, entertainers, talks, quizzes and discussions.
When: Wednesday, 7.30pm -10.30 pm 
Where: Redbridge Jewish Community Centre, IG4 5LN
Cost: £3.50 Includes refreshments.
Contact: 020 8551 0017 or email simber@jcare.org

Parkinson's Wellbeing Group

*This group is now being conducted online due to Covid-19*

These will be enjoyable and informative afternoons giving you the opportunity to meet others, interact with guest speakers and enhance your wellbeing.
When: First Monday of each month between 2pm – 3.30pm
Where: Amelie House, Maurice & Vivienne Wohl Campus
Contact: Helene Meyer on 07833200759 or HMeyer@jcare.org.

Sunday Socials

Sunday evening events

Quizzes, tea dances, entertainment, parties, tribute acts, soul nights. 
When: Once every 6 weeks
Where: Redbridge Jewish Community Centre, IG4 5LN
Contact: Sharon Imber on 020 8551 0017 or email simber@jcare.org

Sunday afternoon events

Entertainment and refreshments. Local transport provided
When: Once a month
Cost: Members £3 Guests £5 

Supportive Communities

Supportive Communities offers the opportunity to join various social groups within your local community such as tea parties, Chaps that Chat (for men) Classical Music Appreciation Group, Bridge games, and more. Please get in touch to find out what’s going on in your area.
When and where: Various locations
Contact: helpline@jcare.org

Tea Parties

A warm and friendly monthly meeting, giving a chance to make friends with others in your local community.  
Where: East London/Essex, North West London, South Hertfordshire
Contact: helpline@jcare.org

Men's Talk

A small weekly group for men, talking about what’s going on in the world and sharing experiences.
Where: Woodford Forest United Synagogue, E18 2QZ
When: Fortnightly Thursdays 10.30am to 12pm
Contact: helpline@jcare.org

Professional Gentleman's Club

Small social discussion group for gentlemen living with dementia. 
Where: Michael Sobell Jewish Community Centre, Golders Green
When: Fortnightly Fridays 10.30am to 12pm
Contact: helpline@jcare.org

The Hillside Club

Social groups for the over 50's. Includes guest speakers, cultural events, trips and quizzes.
When: Every other Monday. 6pm - 8pm 
Where: Brenner Centre at Stepney Jewish Community Centre at Raine House
Cost: £4
Contact: helpline@jcare.org

Thursday Social Club & Salt Beef Bar

Social groups for the over 60's.
When: First Thursday of the month, 6 pm – 9.30 pm 
Where: Redbridge Jewish Community Centre, IG4 5LN
Cost: £8 for Salt Beef and Latkes & £4 for entertainment.
Salt Beef take-out available at 6.30 pm. Entertainment begins at 7.30 pm.
Contact: 020 8551 0017 or email simber@jcare.org

Time for Tea

Social group includes entertainers, discussions and more.
When: Every fortnight on Thursdays
Where: Brenner Centre at Stepney Jewish Community Centre at Raine House
Cost: FREE
Contact: helpline@jcare.org