Resiliency Programing
Drawing on Jewish values and wisdom, our Resiliency Programs are designed to support and strengthen individuals, families, and the larger community.
This includes responding to the urgent and emergent needs of the Jewish community in collaboration with our community partners, such as peer and professional support groups, in-service (staff) trainings, and mental health support.
Topics discussed in past workshops include eating disorders, Alzheimer’s, caregiver support and others.
Interested in hosting a workshop or educational presentation at your organization, synagogue or school? To share your ideas and interests about new programs and workshops to meet your needs, please contact Rosalind Torrey, email r.torrey@jfswm.org or call 413-737-2601.
Building Resilience from Within is back!

October 14-November 18th
Wednesdays 11am-11:45am on Zoom
Registration for the Autumn series now open. Click here to register.
Our popular six-week virtual self-care series for caregivers and anyone experiencing heightened stress in their lives is offered three times each year: once in the fall; once in the winter; and once in the spring.
Participants learn simple techniques to build core resilience, balance the nervous system and deepen a healthy connection to the body.
The free program takes place on Zoom, is open to all, and no experience is required. To ensure accessibility, all exercises can be done seated or standing and every session is recorded so participants can watch or rewatch at their convenience.
About the Presenter: Reina Goldberg is a Mindfulness Educator, Trauma Informed Coach, and Multifaceted Healing Practitioner. Reina holds a Master of Education in Mindfulness Studies (MA Ed.) from Antioch University, and a B.A. in Psychology and Education from York University. She is certified as a Yoga Therapist, with certifications in Qigong Infused and Hatha Yoga, Applied Polyvagal Theory Therapeutic Yoga, as well as a Healthy Bones & Balance teacher. In addition, Reina is also Grief Coach, with training based in trauma informed healing modalities.
Have ideas about programs you would love to see organized? Call 413-737-2601.
Building Resilience Participants Shared:
I can’t begin to tell you how essential these sessions have been for me. As a first time 24/7 caregiver, this is a release and relaxation time. And I look forward to participating. Thank you so much. Thank you. Looking forward to the recording so I can practice these techniques.
Mary K. , February 2024
The class calms me down and makes me feel more like myself again.
Building Resilience Attendee, Fall 2023
I found that I was more grounded and centered in my body and less likely to feel overwhelmed by my emotions. When I started to veer “off track” I would employ some of the physical movements we had done together in class and was able to recenter and refocus more quickly and effectively. Reina is amazing and I love this work. It was the highlight of my week!
Building Resilience Attendee, Spring 2024
Reina is amazing! Her voice is so soothing.
Building Resilience Attendee, Winter 2024
