Jewish Family Services (JFS) is partnering with nonprofit First Call to host a seven-week session of its “How to Cope” program.
The course helps participants overcome the related physical, psychological and social effects of caring for their loved ones impacted by substance abuse, addiction or an untreated mental health illness. “How to Cope” is intended to address feelings of helplessness, isolation, and guilt which family members may feel and help them build a healthy life for themselves.
The free program will be held at JFS’ Brookside location (425 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO 64110) from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays between July 9 and Aug. 20. Pre-registration is required at firstcallkc.org.
First Call is a nonprofit organization whose mission is reducing the impact of alcohol, drugs and other addictions by providing quality resources to individuals, families and the community.
“We are so excited and grateful for this opportunity to partner with First Call,” says JFS Clinical Director Jesse Sieve. “This is a research-informed program that’s proven to strengthen relationship skills and increase resiliency. JFS is here to not only provide a safe place for our Jewish community to convene but [also] to connect people to a strong support system, including JFS’ therapists, social workers and spiritual care staff.”
The sessions will be facilitated by Shelby Krech, MPS, MAADC-II, C.
