JSSA

01/23/2026

ATTENTION MCPS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Are you interested in getting certified in Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) during winter break?

JSSA is hosting a new training in February for MCPS high school students aged 15 and above. Participants who complete the training will get $100 as an appreciation for their commitment to fostering a supportive school environment.

Location: JSSA Fallsgrove Office, 200 Wood Hill Rd, Rockville, MD 20850, 3rd Floor Boardroom

Days/Times: 2/16, 2/18, 2/20 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm. (Must attend all 3 sessions)

Register here: https://jssa.jotform.com/252304641163953

Participants will learn:
*Common signs and symptoms of mental illness
*Common signs and symptoms of substance use
*Common signs and symptoms of a mental health crisis, particularly su***de
*How to open the conversation about mental illnesses and addiction with friends
*The impact of school violence and bullying on mental health
*How to seek the help of a responsible and trusted adult

Participants Must:
*Be at least 15 years of age and attend a Montgomery County Public High School
*Be available to attend all scheduled sessions
*Complete a pre & post-participation survey

Interested? Register Here: https://jssa.jotform.com/252304641163953

*Dates and times may be subject to change depending on how many students register and weather conditions.

01/22/2026

URGENT NEED FOR VOLUNTEERS

JSSA’s Aging in Place Department has an urgent need for volunteers to help with our Behrand-Adas congregate meal program that takes place at Adas Israel Congregation in NW, DC.

Volunteers would help JSSA staff with setup, serving hot kosher lunch, and socializing with the senior participants. Must be a good communicator and a team player. Basic technology skills encouraged.

We currently have a need for long-term helpers on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Volunteers interested would come each week on the day or days that were agreed upon.

While not required, if a volunteer has a special skill or experience in something such as playing an instrument, visual art, etc. that is a bonus.

Please contact Gabe Pinkney if you are interested at gpinkney@jssa.org or 202-235-5793.

01/21/2026

When you feel overwhelmed or uncertain about your options for support, we can help.
With one call to (703) J-CARING (703-522-7464), our coordinator will listen to your situation with empathy and provide you with immediate guidance and referrals to help you access the most relevant community programs and services – both within JSSA and through our partners across the Greater Washington region.

Every interaction is centered on you, your goals, your comfort, and your pace. Even if you’re unsure where to start, our team will walk you through your personalized options.
Help is just a phone call away. Call (703) J-CARING now.

All calls are confidential.

01/20/2026

For more than 40 years, JSSA has been a trusted leader in compassionate, high-quality hospice care in Montgomery County. We are proud to announce that are expanding our hospice services to Northern Virginia, bringing our longstanding commitment to comfort, respect, and dignity to even more patients and their families during life's most difficult moments.

Our hospice team is dedicated to honoring each individual's journey, providing expert care, emotional and spiritual support, and peace of mind every step of the way.

To learn more about JSSA's Hospice services in Northern Virginia, please call 703-896-7900.

01/09/2026

For more than 40 years, JSSA has been a trusted leader in compassionate, high-quality hospice care in Montgomery County. We are proud to announce that we will be expanding our hospice services to Northern Virginia, bringing our longstanding commitment to comfort, respect, and dignity to even more patients and their families during life's most difficult moments.

Our hospice team is dedicated to honoring each individual's journey, providing expert care, emotional and spiritual support, and peace of mind every step of the way.

To learn more about JSSA's Hospice services in Northern Virginia, please call 703-896-7900.

12/31/2025

Today is your FINAL CHANCE to have your gift to JSSA matched 2X!

If you need a reminder of the impact of your support, look no further than Alicia* and Luis*. Without resources or health insurance, Alicia didn’t know where to turn to help her son Luis, who has autism, heal from his post-traumatic stress.

Then, she found JSSA. In her own words: “I’m not used to asking for help, but deep down, I felt hope.”

Today, Alicia and Luis are thriving thanks to your generosity and support. Help us give more families like theirs new hope for the future.

Don’t forget, this match ends at midnight! https://ow.ly/umNn50XGjkh

12/30/2025

The Greentree Group Program offers a diverse array of therapeutic group experiences designed to support individuals across all stages of life. These groups range from short-term psychoeducational and skills-based groups to longer-term clinical processing groups and are tailored to meet diverse needs.

For children, adolescents, and young adults, groups are organized by age and focus area, addressing emotional and behavioral regulation, mood and anxiety challenges, and social skills development, especially for those with neurodivergent profiles.

For adults and older adults, our groups focus on topics such as managing mood and anxiety, navigating life transitions, and parenting support.

Please call (301) 603-2862 to speak with our group program intake specialist to learn more information about openings in our groups.

Programs for Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults
• High School Adolescent Psychotherapy Group
• Building Healthy Teen Relationships for Middle Schoolers
• Social Skills Group for 4th-5th Graders

Programs for Adults and Older Adults
• Bridging the Distance: Support for Parents Experiencing Family Estrangement

New groups forming!
• Young Adults: Neurodiversity and Connections, “Come as You Are”
• Women in Life Transition (45-60 years old)
• Elementary School: K-3rd Grade Social Skills
• Parenting in Today’s World, “Breaking Cycles”

Visit https://ow.ly/CRPm50XIzsp for detailed information.

Our workshops and support groups allow everyone from teens to older adults to connect with others in a supportive environment. Call now to learn how we can help.

12/29/2025

🚨 Just announced: Every gift to JSSA will be DOUBLED, up to $50,000—but only until midnight on December 31!

Thanks to JSSA’s Board of Directors, your donation will go 2X further to help families struggling to make ends meet, Holocaust survivors living below the poverty line, young people facing mental health challenges, and so many others.

We have until 12/31 to meet our match goal. Please don’t wait https://ow.ly/Ksza50XGjeK

12/23/2025

ATTENTION MCPS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Are you interested in getting certified in Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) during winter break?

JSSA is hosting a new training in late December for MCPS high school students aged 15 and above. Participants who complete the training will get $100 as an appreciation for their commitment to fostering a supportive school environment.

Location: JSSA Fallsgrove Office, 200 Wood Hill Rd, Rockville, MD 20850, 3rd Floor Boardroom

Days/Times: 12/29, 12/31 and 1/2 at 9:30-11:00am OR 1-2:30PM (Must pick either morning or afternoon segment and attend all 3 mornings or all 3 afternoons – cannot change times)
Register here: https://jssa.jotform.com/252304641163953

Participants will learn:
*Common signs and symptoms of mental illness
*Common signs and symptoms of substance use
*Common signs and symptoms of a mental health crisis, particularly su***de
*How to open the conversation about mental illnesses and addiction with friends
*The impact of school violence and bullying on mental health
*How to seek the help of a responsible and trusted adult

Participants Must:
*Be at least 15 years of age and attend a Montgomery County Public High School
*Be available to attend all scheduled sessions
*Complete a pre & post-participation survey

Interested? Register Here: https://jssa.jotform.com/252304641163953

*Dates and times may be subject to change depending on how many students register and weather conditions.

12/21/2025

The Greentree Group Program offers a diverse array of therapeutic group experiences designed to support individuals across all stages of life. These groups range from short-term psychoeducational and skills-based groups to longer-term clinical processing groups and are tailored to meet diverse needs.

For children, adolescents, and young adults, groups are organized by age and focus area, addressing emotional and behavioral regulation, mood and anxiety challenges, and social skills development, especially for those with neurodivergent profiles.

For adults and older adults, our groups focus on topics such as managing mood and anxiety, navigating life transitions, and parenting support.

Please call (301) 603-2862 to speak with our group program intake specialist to learn more information about openings in our groups.

Programs for Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults
• High School Adolescent Psychotherapy Group
• Building Healthy Teen Relationships for Middle Schoolers
• Social Skills Group for 4th-5th Graders

Programs for Adults and Older Adults
• Bridging the Distance: Support for Parents Experiencing Family Estrangement

New groups forming!
• Young Adults: Neurodiversity and Connections, “Come as You Are”
• Women in Life Transition (45-60 years old)
• Elementary School: K-3rd Grade Social Skills
• Parenting in Today’s World, “Breaking Cycles”

Visit https://ow.ly/xBiz50XIzsr for detailed information.

Our workshops and support groups allow everyone from teens to older adults to connect with others in a supportive environment. Call now to learn how we can help.