We're Always here for you
The Robert Sosnick Family Life Center of Temple Israel provides Temple members and families with the necessary resources to meet life’s challenges. We help individuals and families through crisis intervention, short-term counseling and problem-solving so that families can get the support they need and deserve.
Please look through our list of loving support groups. For more information, email Kari K. Provizer, LMSW, ACSW at or call 248-661-5700.
Support Groups and WOrkshops
For more information about any of these programs, or to register for meetings or events, visit the calendar page.
AA - Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous is an international fellowship of men and women who have a drinking problem, or who have struggled with addiction to alcohol in the past. Temple Israel’s AA group meets weekly on Thursday evenings.
Bereavement Support Group
Our group provides a positive, healing environment for those who are grieving. The Bereavement Support Group is led by a trained professional who offers compassion and confidentiality. All sessions are open to the community and free of charge. Please call Temple to verify meeting dates and times.
Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support group provides a spiritual, therapeutic support group for Jewish cancer patients, survivors, and their family members. A key component of this support group is the exploration of how religious beliefs and practices help patients and their families better cope with all aspects of the cancer experience. Check back soon for more details.
Caregiver Support Group
Give yourself a respite in a supportive environment. Join facilitator, Jodie Jacobs, LMSW, with a private practice in West Bloomfield. Sharing one’s experience within a group setting enables caregivers to recognize the commonality of their experience while also defining the uniqueness of their situation.
The group is led by a trained professional who offers confidentiality, warmth and a place to come and share. Meeting on the first and third Thursday of each month.
Divorce Support Group
Our divorce support group offers a unique approach to dealing with divorce. Our focus is about letting go of the past to move forward into a new future. Dates will be determined upon full registration.
Grief and Loss Yoga
Working through grief and loss with yoga, breath and meditation. A therapeutic way to grieve any type of loss, this class provides support in a healing environment. Open to the community at no charge. Bring a yoga mat and dress comfortably.
HUGS
This is a 4-week divorce support program for kids ages 5-17. This program will help children develop the skills they need to better cope with their parents' divorce. Children will be divided into age-appropriate groups and a separate group for parents will meet at the same time. Dates will be determined upon full registration.
Mindfulness Workshop
Please join us for this wonderful and insightful morning where we will learn what mindfulness is, discuss its qualities and applications, and learn a brief mindfulness practice or two. We will discuss how to integrate mindfulness to improve coping and well being, focusing on how mindful approaches can help us to manage stress.
MS PAth
This group is designed for those with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) as well as family members and/or caregivers.The MS PATH (Positive Attitude Toward Health) meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month from 7-9 pm in Classroom 11. A support group takes place on the 2nd Thursday, often featuring a guest speaker on the 4th Thursday.
Share Support Group
Join facilitator and Temple Israel member Melissa Mayerson and Rabbi Jennifer Kaluzny at this special support group for parents who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss. All religious faiths are welcome.
Transgender Parent
Support Group
Temple Israel is an ally to the transgender community, and we support our LGBTQ youth and families. For more information or support, please email Kari K. Provizer, LMSW, ACSW, at kprovizer@temple-israel.org or call 248-661-5700.
WHAT EVERY COUPLE SHOULD KNOW
BEFORE AND AFTER SAYING “I DO”
“Get your relationship off to a healthy start!”
This is an exciting 2-week couples' journey that will address topics such as:
- Growing from “I” into “We”
- Essential skills for couples communication
- Understanding and practicing the “5 Love Languages”.
- Using Jewish ritual to strengthen your marriage.
Resources
- Managing Your Moods in Uncertain Times
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No! Camp can't be cancelled! Thoughts on how to handle another painful loss and the opportunity that lies ahead
