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.

Support Group Metting Locations: 

-  Davenport - Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church - Gathering Space 
   Meets from 12:30 -2:30 pm the first Thursday of the month beginning August 1, 2019 
   Topics for discussion include: roles and communication, planning and support, safety and quality     of life. For more information call 563-392-4245. 

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 Tuesday, September 10, 2019 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 2019  class  dates, times and locations.