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 new Caregiving Wisdom Series features experts covering topics of priority for caregivers.  Organizations like Guideposts, American Red Cross, and AARP are lending their support in the form of speakers. Link to get password to join. 

 

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

Click Here

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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 program will begin on January, 14, 2020 from 6:30 -8:00 p.m.        at St.Patrick Catholic Church Parlor, 4330 St. Patrick Drive, Iowa City - Materials Fee: $20 
Contact Stephanie Zeising at joyingratitude@gmail.com or 319-530-5487 -
Brochure      Flyer

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.