Rekindle the Light: Spiritual Refreshment for Caregivers at Holiday Time
November 14, 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. – Register for this free virtual retreat, led by award-winning author and speaker Maureen Pratt, for caregivers of all kinds. Practical considerations about caregiving throughout the season will be offered, as well as ways to connect with faith beyond the holidays.
Registration accepted through November 9.
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NOURISH is a faith-based program provided to churches and healthcare/community-based organizations to support the practical, emotional and spiritual needs of family caregivers.
Although gathered NOURISH group meetings in the Diocese of Davenport have been cancelled for the time being due to COVID-19. Vitural monthly meetings are now being offerred. Contact Marianne Agnoli for more information.
Caregivers are encouraged to check out the NOURISH site for resources and to connect with other caregivers on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 AM (CST) or 7 PM (CST) on Zoom for a live "House Call"
Support Group Metting Locations:
VItual Meetings - Third Thursday of the month at 1 pm
Topics for discussion include: roles and communication, coping with stress, planning and support, safety, quality of life and more! For more information call 563-676-9745.
The Divorced Catholic's Guide to Parenting
Author, speaker, clinical psychologist, and a child of divorce herself, Lynn Cassella-Kapusinski, outlines her new book discussing the challenges faced by parents and how faith and Catholic teachings can bring peace and joy out of a difficult situation.
Webcast Link of May 6th Recording Now Available
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Surviving Divorce: Hope and Healing for Catholic Families:
Are you divorced or separated and looking for real healing? Surviving Divorce is an 11 or 12 week facilitated small goup Catholic conversation offering a process of healing, hope and support. See the listing below for group locations and start dates.
Iowa City - New 12 -week session begins on September 29, at 7PM. The cost for is $20 for materials. Contact Stephanie Zeising at joyingratitude@gmail.com or 319-530-5487 -
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Muscatine - Contact Sr. Cheryl Demmer - srcheryl@marymathias.org or 563-263-3848
Next Session - TBA
Additional Support Resouces Found HERE
Children in the Middle: Helping Children Cope with Family Transitions
Changes in family structure through dissolution of marriage, or custody modifications are difficult experiences for a child. “Children in the Middle” is a four-hour class providing education and affirmation for parents, with the primary focus on children’s needs, at all ages. Topics include: Parenting skills, child's needs, survival techniques, healthy vs. problematic reactions of most children, age specific needs of your children, and identifying how your child feels. Attendance is required for both parties in the civil dissolution of marriage in Iowa. Classes are conducted by qualified professionals approved by Eastern Iowa Community Colleges in several locations throughout the Diocese of Davenport. Information on class dates, times and locations.