Jewish Care

Losing a partner at any age is difficult, but bereavement at a young age is extremely hard. Young widows and widowers can feel isolated and lonely, as well as being overwhelmed by grief while trying to cope with raising a family.

Minus One is a Jewish support group for people between the ages of 35 and 60 who have lost a partner. It is a way of making friends and finding support from people in the same situation who have a unique understanding of the effects of such a bereavement.

The group meets every Wednesday evening (except festivals) from 8.30pm to 10.30pm – mainly at Lady Sarah Cohen House, Friern Barnet, and once a month at an outside venue.

Meetings include informal chats, meals at local restaurants and cafés, theatre and cinema trips and occasional guest speakers. Once a month a bereavement counsellor visits and talks to members individually or in a group setting.

If you or someone you know has been bereaved young, then contact us to find out more about Minus One.

For information please call 020 8203 8824.