J Family Service

Thanksgiving
2024-11-29 | Other, United States
The agency will be closed on Friday, November 29th.

Thanksgiving
2024-11-28 | Other, United States
The agency will be closed on Thursday, November 28th.

Men's Group
2024-11-27 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-11-20 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-11-13 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-11-06 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | JFS (5402 Arapaho Road, Dallas 75248), 5402 Arapaho Road, Dallas, TX, 75248, United States
This process-oriented therapy group covers a wide assortment of issues affecting men including interpersonal relationships, family conflict & violence, parenting, dealing with unpleasant feelings, coping with anger, abusive experiences, and living an honorable life.
This group provides an opportunity for men to gain insight, self-awareness, and behavioral skill and practice.
The group meets weekly – Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
For more information, please contact Mike Ligocki, PhD at Jewish Family Service 972.437.9950 (ext. 307).

Thanksgiving - Close at 5pm
2024-11-27 | Other, United States
The agency will be closed at 5pm on Wednesday, November 27th.

Modified Yoga for Cancer Survivors or Individuals with Disabilities
2024-11-26 14:15 - 15:15, 2024-11-19 14:15 - 15:15, 2024-11-12 14:15 - 15:15 | JCC, 7900 Northaven Road, Dallas, United States
Two times a week at the Jewish Community Center
Contact Beth Broodo at bbroodo@jfamilyservice.org to confirm attendance.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Group Class
2024-11-25 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-11-18 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-11-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Other, United States
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an Evidence-Based Treatment shown to be effective with:
• Controlling life-threatening and quality-of-life interfering behaviors
• Regulating intense, painful emotions
• Managing difficult interpersonal relationships
• Fostering more life balance
• Creating a life worth living

Skills you will develop with this six-week course: Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Middle Path

Candidate Requirements:
• Adult Men and Women
• Must be pre-screened prior to the start date of classes
• Also be in Concurrent Individual Therapy

Skills are taught in modules lasting six weeks and are open to new candidates at the start of a new module.
For more information and to get in the next group class, Contact Nancy Hall, MA, LPC at nhall@jfamilyservice.org or 214.887.1364 x272.

Monday Evenings from 6:30PM-8:00PM

Womens Trauma Group
2024-11-25 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-11-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-11-11 17:30 - 19:00 | Other, United States
For women who have been impacted by trauma and abuse on Mondays at 5:30 pm. This psychotherapy group incorporating expressive arts is facilitated by female therapists.
For more information to enroll, please contact Terah Culp, MA, LPC, at 469-206-1642.

Women's Trauma Support Group
2024-11-25 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-11-18 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-11-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Other, United States
For women who have been impacted by trauma and family violence on Mondays at 5:30 pm. The group is a psychotherapy process group that focuses on interpersonal relationships, healing, psychoeducation, and coping strategies and tools.
For more information, get location, and to enroll, please contact Terah Culp, MA, LPC, Clinical Therapist, at 972.437.9950 x285 or tculp@jfamilyservice.org

Breast Cancer Survivor Support Group
2024-11-25 16:00 - 17:00 | TX
Integrating different therapeutic modalities to reduce stress and anxiety as well as increase overall well-being. Open to any woman who has experienced breast cancer, this group is an opportunity to discuss ways to cope and to find ways to live each day as fully as possible.

Contact Beth Broodo at bbroodo@jfamilyservice.org to get the registration link or more information.

Microsoft PowerPoint Training
2024-11-25 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
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Join us for an interactive 3-day course (November 25-27) focused on covering the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint. Designed for beginners, this course will provide you with the essential skills and knowledge to create captivating presentations.
Throughout this free 3-day program, we will cover topics including:

Navigating PowerPoint

Creating and Managing Slides

Crafting Compelling Content

Multimedia Integration

Enhancing Visual Impact

Presenting with Confidence

Handouts and Printing

Ready, Set, Go! How to Plan Your First Home Purchase
2024-11-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
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Ready to Buy a Home but Unsure Where to Start?
Join our webinar to learn how to determine the amount you need to save for a down payment and discover tools and resources to guide you through the mortgage process—from application to closing. Mortgage professionals from North Dallas Bank and Trust, along with Realtor Robyn Carafiol, will be on hand to answer your questions and teach you the basics of the mortgage process. Don’t miss this opportunity to get expert insights and start planning for your home purchase today.

Caregiver Support Group
2024-11-20 18:45 - 20:00 | JFS Older Adult Offices, 16910 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX, 75248, United States
For spouses, adult children, and other family members coping with a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s or other conditions requiring long-term care. This group meets the third Wednesday of every month at 6:45 pm. For more information contact Harriet L. Cohen, PhD, LCSW at hcohen@jfamilyservice.org or 469-206-1671
Open to anyone in need, our Caregivers Support Groups are for spouses, adult children and other family members coping with a loved one suffering from dementia or other long-term illnesses.
Facilitated by our licensed professionals, these groups provide information and support to help you best care for your loved one, while caring for yourself.

Interview Prep
2024-11-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Plano Workforce Solutions, 1101 Resource Drive, Plano, 75074
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Congrats on getting the interview! Now what?
Don’t just show up and wing it—join Career Coach Jason Hopper as he guides you through the key steps to ace your next job interview. You’ll learn what to wear, the best questions to ask, and how to make a strong closing impression.

Microsoft Excel Training - Advanced Level
2024-11-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
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Take your Microsoft Excel skills to the next level with our 5-day advanced course designed for those who already know the basics. (November 18-22)
In this webinar, you’ll learn:

Multilevel Sorting
Advanced Mathematical Functions
Linking with Three-Dimensional References
Alternative Data Sets
Charting Mastery
Pivot Tables

Breast Cancer Support Group
2024-11-13 20:00 - 21:00 | Other, United States

Caring for the Caregivers - Support Group
2024-11-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Other, United States
1st Tuesday of the month at 10:30am
2nd Tuesday of the month at 12:00pm

For all family caregivers, this group, facilitated by an elder-care professional, will help you learn how to best care for your loved one—and yourself.
Contact:
Abigail Goodman, LCSW at agoodman@jfamilyservice.org
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Older Adults at Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas
P: 469.206.1688 I 972.437.9950 x215 I F: 972.437.1988

Microsoft Excel Training - Beginner Level
2024-11-11 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
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This 5-day (November 11-15) Microsoft Excel course is designed for both beginners and experienced users looking to improve their skills.
Topics we will cover:

Program Terminology
Efficient Data Entry
Visual Data Representation
Organizing with Ranges and Tables
Introduction to Formulas
Data Analysis Techniques

Banking Beyond the Branch: How to Use Online Banking Tools
2024-11-07 13:00 - 14:00 | JCC, 7900 Northaven Road, Dallas, United States
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Online banking tools can make managing your finances easier and more efficient. Join us to learn about some key tools and features commonly found in online banking platforms. These tools can help streamline your financial management and provide greater control and visibility over your money.
This session will be held in-person at the JCC of Dallas.

Resume Optimization
2024-11-05 17:30 - 18:30 | Plano Workforce Solutions, 1101 Resource Drive, Plano, 75074
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Your resume is an important piece of paper that can show an employer who you are, and the skills you have to offer. But is your resume effectively showcasing your skills and experiences, or is it just a lot of words on paper?
Join JFS Career Coach Jason Hopper for this in-person event at Plano Workforce Solutions, and learn how to optimize your resume. Learn how to capture the attention of your future employer, craft an industry-specific resume, and create a resume that engages people!
