For More Information:

For information on available groups, 650-688-3040

For Center for Special Needs groups: Nirit Zandman, 650-688-3028 or NiritZ@jfcs.org

For Preschool and School Age Social Skills groups: Kirk Stuepfert, MSW, PPSC, 650-688-3049 or KirkS@jfcs.org

Support Groups

Preschool Social Skills Group

Sessions held at 200 Channing Avenue, Palo Alto. $900 for 10 sessions.

This 10-session group is for children from the ages of 3 to 5 years old who are experiencing difficulty in preschool settings. The social skills group will incorporate preschool-like activities, such as songs, interactive play, games, books, and music. Children will practice and learn how to interact with other peers in a group setting. This social skills group will also include a snack— and the preparation, eating, and cleaning up!

There will also be a parent component that includes: 15 minutes at the end of each session, two parent meetings, and one individual parent meeting. This will allow you to learn about your child’s progress and to be supported by other parents, like you.

Parenting with AD/HD

A 5-week group for parents of children identified with AD/HD, offered through our Center for Special Needs. Support and information to help you work with your child and improve family life. $150 for 5 weeks. Contact: Nirit Zandman, MA, NiritZ@jfcs.org.

Single Parent Support Group

The Single Parent Support Group is POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE; however, normally meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, 6:00 – 7:30 pm, to build camaraderie and companionship among like-minded parents experiencing life’s challenges in similar ways. Over a light dinner together, single parents find the support, comfort, and reassurance they seek. They also appreciate discussing a timely topic that may serve as the theme for each of their meetings. The group is free, but preregistration is required. Free childcare is also available. Contact Don Sussman at 650-688-3046 or DonS@jfcs.org. The group meets at the JFCS in San Mateo, the Eleanor Haas Koshland Center, 2001 Winward Way.