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Thursday November 21, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM    Candid Conversations for 4th and 5th Graders (Nov-Dec) - Candid Conversations
As of Nov. 7, registration is full for the Fall-Winter 2024 session of Candid Conversations. Please check back in with us for the dates of the next group cycle!Join us for Candid Conversations, a free group for 4th and 5th graders to come together and focus on social skill-building and developing self-awareness with friends in a fun, relaxing environment.Come play interactive games and connect with new friends!When: Thursdays from 3:45-4:30pm November 7November 14November 21December 5December 12December 19Where: Needham Town Hall, Junction Suite Conference Room (2nd Floor)Who: 4th and 5th gradersNo cost to attend!Questions can be directed to Ellen Whirley, LCSW at ewhirley@needhamma.gov or by calling 781-455-7500 ext 266.
 
Friday November 22, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Monday November 25, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Tuesday November 26, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Wednesday November 27, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Thursday November 28, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Friday November 29, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Monday December 2, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Tuesday December 3, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM    Giggles, Games, and Friendships for 2nd and 3rd Graders (Nov-Dec) - Giggles, Games, and Friendships
As of Nov. 12, registration is full for the Fall-Winter 2024 session of Giggles, Games, and Friendships. Please check back in with us for the dates of the next group cycle!Join us for Giggles, Games, and Friendships for 2nd and 3rd graders - this session running from November to December! This social group meets once weekly to enjoy interactive games, skill building, problem solving, and having fun! Meet new friends, socialize and make connections.When: Tuesdays from 3:45 - 4:30pmNovember 12 November 19 December 3 December 10 December 17Where: Needham Town Hall, Junction Suite Conference Room (2nd Floor)Who: 2nd and 3rd GradersNo cost to attend!Please contact Ellen Whirley, LCSW with any questions at ewhirley@needhamma.govor by calling 781-455-7500 ext. 266
 
Wednesday December 4, 2024
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Connecting with Confidence for 6th Graders - Connecting with Confidence
Join us for Connecting with Confidence for 6th graders hosted by Youth & Family Services!This event will include interactive games, creative art-making, and movement. Come relax in a fun and engaging environment while getting to know new people and connecting with friends!Activities will build on our self-esteem skills and help develop a deeper sense of self-awareness.Wednesday, December 4th, 202412:00pm - 3:00pmNeedham Town Hall, 2nd Floor - Junction Suite Conference Room Registration exclusive to 6th graders!Spots are limited. Please contact Ellen Whirley, LCSW at ewhirley@needhamma.gov or by calling 781-455-7500 ext 266 if you have any questions.
 
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Thursday December 5, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM    Candid Conversations for 4th and 5th Graders (Nov-Dec) - Candid Conversations
As of Nov. 7, registration is full for the Fall-Winter 2024 session of Candid Conversations. Please check back in with us for the dates of the next group cycle!Join us for Candid Conversations, a free group for 4th and 5th graders to come together and focus on social skill-building and developing self-awareness with friends in a fun, relaxing environment.Come play interactive games and connect with new friends!When: Thursdays from 3:45-4:30pm November 7November 14November 21December 5December 12December 19Where: Needham Town Hall, Junction Suite Conference Room (2nd Floor)Who: 4th and 5th gradersNo cost to attend!Questions can be directed to Ellen Whirley, LCSW at ewhirley@needhamma.gov or by calling 781-455-7500 ext 266.
 
Friday December 6, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Monday December 9, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Tuesday December 10, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Wednesday December 11, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Thursday December 12, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM    Candid Conversations for 4th and 5th Graders (Nov-Dec) - Candid Conversations
As of Nov. 7, registration is full for the Fall-Winter 2024 session of Candid Conversations. Please check back in with us for the dates of the next group cycle!Join us for Candid Conversations, a free group for 4th and 5th graders to come together and focus on social skill-building and developing self-awareness with friends in a fun, relaxing environment.Come play interactive games and connect with new friends!When: Thursdays from 3:45-4:30pm November 7November 14November 21December 5December 12December 19Where: Needham Town Hall, Junction Suite Conference Room (2nd Floor)Who: 4th and 5th gradersNo cost to attend!Questions can be directed to Ellen Whirley, LCSW at ewhirley@needhamma.gov or by calling 781-455-7500 ext 266.
 
Friday December 13, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Monday December 16, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Tuesday December 17, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Wednesday December 18, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Parent Coffee Talk - "Chat 'n Chill" on December 18
Parents and caregivers of youth are invited to attend a morning coffee talk, a casual space to share experiences and exchange tips on focused topics with the Youth & Family Services team.Conversation will be facilitated by members of Youth & Family Services' clinical staff. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend as many or as few as they would like.3rd Wednesday of Each Month9:00am - 10:00amJunction Suite Conference Room, 2nd Floor of Needham Town HallNovember 20 - "Healthy Living"Parents/caregivers are invited to discuss and problem solve healthy living strategies in their homes. So many topics to be explored including, but not limited to: exercise, healthy living, self-care, and transitions.December 18 - "Chat 'n Chill"Parents/caregivers are invitied to come chat and problem solve with YFS staff  and other parent about any ongoing topics they would like, as well as discuss the transition to cooler months.Questions can be directed to Ellen Whirley, LCSW at ewhirley@needhamma.gov or by calling 781-455-7500 ext 266.
 
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
Thursday December 19, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov
 
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM    Candid Conversations for 4th and 5th Graders (Nov-Dec) - Candid Conversations
As of Nov. 7, registration is full for the Fall-Winter 2024 session of Candid Conversations. Please check back in with us for the dates of the next group cycle!Join us for Candid Conversations, a free group for 4th and 5th graders to come together and focus on social skill-building and developing self-awareness with friends in a fun, relaxing environment.Come play interactive games and connect with new friends!When: Thursdays from 3:45-4:30pm November 7November 14November 21December 5December 12December 19Where: Needham Town Hall, Junction Suite Conference Room (2nd Floor)Who: 4th and 5th gradersNo cost to attend!Questions can be directed to Ellen Whirley, LCSW at ewhirley@needhamma.gov or by calling 781-455-7500 ext 266.
 
Friday December 20, 2024
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM    SHOP: Students Helping Older People - SHOP
Needham Youth & Family Services, in conjunction with the Needham Council on Aging and Wingate, are piloting a new community service opportunity for Needham High School students from October 2024-April 2025! Needham students can earn 30 hours of community service by providing weekly grocery shopping tasks for seniors connected with The Center at the Heights or Wingate Assisted Living. Seniors will provide money and a grocery list and pairs of students will complete grocery shopping and deliver the groceries with change and the receipt back to the senior's residence. Sign up with a friend!Access to a car is recommended although not required if you have another form of transportation.You will choose a day of the week to shop that also works for your assigned senior. Please join the waitlist if the registration fills up quickly. Reach out to our clinician Hannah Stein, LICSW with questions: hstein@needhamma.gov