About us
Every woman hits a season where she needs a little backup: a new diagnosis, a divorce, a kid who needs more, a body that's changing. MDW Cares exists for those seasons.
Think of us as your favorite group chat, but in person and with snacks. MDW Cares brings women together for coffee dates, craft nights, workshops worth your time, and peer-led support groups where you can say the thing out loud. Come for one event. Stay for the people.
Upcoming events
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Come As You Are Coffee - Every Saturday!
Storybook Cafe, 407 S 3rd St Unit 150, Geneva, IL 60134, USA, Geneva, IL, USCome As You Are Coffee is a free hour-long gathering of women each Saturday where we sip morning beverages, laugh, share and connect.
Each week we have an optional “show-and-tell” theme, which is a fantastic way to get to know new people and learn about products, books, great places to visit, whimsical things and so much more.
It’s the perfect way to start your weekend!
Details:
Date: Every Saturday at Storybook Cafe in Geneva
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM
Cost: Free!RSVP or Qs to Elizabeth at 630-946-9102 or elizabeth.mdwcares@gmail.com
2 attendees
Come As You Are Coffee - Every Saturday!
Storybook Cafe, 407 S 3rd St Unit 150, Geneva, IL 60134, USA, Geneva, IL, USCome As You Are Coffee is a free hour-long gathering of women each Saturday where we sip morning beverages, laugh, share and connect.
Each week we have an optional “show-and-tell” theme, which is a fantastic way to get to know new people and learn about products, books, great places to visit, whimsical things and so much more.
It’s the perfect way to start your weekend!
Details:
Date: Every Saturday at Storybook Cafe in Geneva
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM
Cost: Free!RSVP or Qs to Elizabeth at 630-946-9102 or elizabeth.mdwcares@gmail.com
1 attendee
Financial Recovery and Debt Management After Divorce
Rising Lights Project, 2015 Dean St Ste 5, St. Charles, IL 60174, USA, St. Charles, IL, USNeed help managing debt after divorce, building a plan for housing, and long-term financial stability?
Join us on November 5th for Financial Recovery and Debt Management After Divorce with Alexis Benson of Edward Jones and Katy Winans & Linda Callaghan of Guild Mortgage.
Financial stress is a major contributor to anxiety and depression after divorce, so we're excited to bring you practical financial planning that will help restore a sense of control and stability to your life!
Location: @risinglightsproject - 2015 Dean Street, Suite 5, St. Charles, IL
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Free, but PLEASE sign up in the link HERE!
Need more support? We have more free educational sessions for people going through divorce.
October 22 - The Co-Parenting Blueprint - Building a Parenting Plan with Anique Drouin, @a_drouin.family.law
How to create a plan that puts children's needs first, reduces conflict, and holds up as kids grow and circumstances change.
November 19 - Communication and Mental Health During & After Divorce with Priscilla Dean, LCPC, TTP, and Luke Dean, ALMFT, @evergreen_counseling_llc & @queersobertherapy
How to protect your mental health through negotiations and court dates, and how to communicate with a former spouse in ways that lower the temperature.
Questions? Email elizabeth.mdwcares@gmail.com
1 attendee
Come As You Are Coffee - Every Saturday!
Storybook Cafe, 407 S 3rd St Unit 150, Geneva, IL 60134, USA, Geneva, IL, USCome As You Are Coffee is a free hour-long gathering of women each Saturday where we sip morning beverages, laugh, share and connect.
Each week we have an optional “show-and-tell” theme, which is a fantastic way to get to know new people and learn about products, books, great places to visit, whimsical things and so much more.
It’s the perfect way to start your weekend!
Details:
Date: Every Saturday at Storybook Cafe in Geneva
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM
Cost: Free!RSVP or Qs to Elizabeth at 630-946-9102 or elizabeth.mdwcares@gmail.com
1 attendee
Past events
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