Workshops & Support Groups
Summer 2008
Workshops
LEAVING A LONG-TERM MARRIAGE
Tuesday, June 24, 6:30pm–8:30pm
Have you been married 20+ years? Is your nest emptying? Your
life-stage changing? Your future depends on how well you
plan now. Gain insights from family law attorney Lois
Kulinsky, JD, and Kathyrn Somers, JD, collaborative attorney
and mediator, as they review current thinking on maintenance
(alimony), examine issues of retirement funds and medical
insurance, discuss ways to deal with the decrease in income
you’ll experience, consider whether to keep your house.
Discussion of child support will be limited.
Reservations requested and you may pay at the door –
$30
Evanston YWCA, 1215 Church Street, Evanston
(Church Street between Asbury Avenue and Ridge Avenue is a
one way street going east.
You must access the YWCA parking
lot on Church Street from Asbury Avenue.)
REGISTER NOW
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INTRODUCTION TO THE DIVORCE PROCESS AND
FINANCIAL ISSUES IN DIVORCE
Saturday,
July 19, 1:00pm–4:30pm
In this multi-part
comprehensive workshop, a panel of professionals with
expertise in law and finance introduce the divorce process.
Rachel Heyman, JD, family law attorney, and Marjorie Carey
Jacobs, JD, MHA, mediator and collaborative specialist,
discuss attorney selection, the court system, spousal and
child rights and legal options followed by a question and
answer session.
Next, a financial expert will present an invaluable
synopsis of what you need to know to protect and secure
your financial health.
Pre-payment received by
Wednesday, July 16 – $50
Registration at the door – $60
Lake Forest Graduate School of Management
1905 West Field Court, Lake Forest
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WHY IS IT SO HARD TO DIVORCE?
Tuesday, August 5, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Have you thought about divorce but are unable to decide whether you can
handle it emotionally? Are you conflicted because you believe marriage is
forever but feel desperate to get out? Do you feel stuck in a dead end
situation? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this workshop is
for you. Veteran therapist Ila Chaiken, LCSW, will lead a discussion for women
who are contemplating divorce but have not yet made a decision to go forward.
This is also a great opportunity to connect with other women in similar
situations.
Reservations requested and you may pay at the door –
$30
Evanston YWCA, 1215 Church Street, Evanston
(Church Street between Asbury Avenue and Ridge Avenue
is a one way street going east.
You must access the YWCA parking lot
on Church Street from Asbury Avenue.)
REGISTER NOW
Contact us for more information
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Support Groups
Our 8-week support groups in Evanston and Highland Park
are led by licensed clinical social workers who offer a
therapeutic, compassionate and informational environment in
which women can share their experiences with other women
moving through the process.
Groups begin when a minimum of six participants register and
are limited in size to eight women.
Since there are limited spaces in each support group,
pre-registration and a deposit are required – $240
Evanston YWCA, 1215 Church Street, Evanston
(Church Street between Asbury Avenue and
Ridge Avenue is a one way street going east.
You must access the YWCA parking lot on Church Street from
Asbury Avenue.)
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Group in
Evanston for Divorcing Women
Wednesday mornings 10:30am - 12:30pm
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Group in Evanston for Divorcing Women
Saturday afternoons 12:00pm - 2:00pm
(no meetings March 29 and April 5)
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Group in
Evanston for Divorcing Women
Thursday evenings 6:30pm - 8:30pm
REGISTER
NOW
Contact us for information about additional Support Groups
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Individual Information Session
We offer individualized information sessions, a private and
confidential opportunity for women contemplating divorce or
beginning the process to learn in greater detail what to
expect, what your rights are, how to hire the professionals
you might need and what you need to know about your
finances.
Pre-registration required – $75
Evanston YWCA, 1215 Church Street, Evanston
(Church Street between Asbury Avenue and
Ridge Avenue is a one way street going east.
You must access the YWCA parking lot on Church Street from
Asbury Avenue.)
REGISTER
NOW
Contact us for more information
Map
Don't miss…
DIVORCE UNIVERSITY™ IN EVANSTON
Sunday, November 2, 9:00am – 4:15pm
Evanston Hospital, Frank Auditorium,
2650 Ridge Avenue, Evanston
Don’t miss this unique day long seminar with a judge,
lawyers, mediators, therapists, financial advisors and more.
The day begins with a panel discussion led by seasoned legal
professionals. During lunch, hear personal stories from
women who’ve come through divorce. Then, consider financial
issues with a panel of experts. Finally, attend a workshop
of your choice on emotional aspects of divorce. Throughout
the day, talk with experienced professionals.
Seating is limited so pre-registration of $100 is encouraged
and is payable by Wednesday, October 29. If space remains, you
may pay $115 at the door. Fee includes materials,
continental breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.
Program of Events from Divorce University May 2008
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A Special Thank You...
The Lilac Tree: Resources for Divorcing Women is generously
funded in part by The Evanston Community Foundation’s
root2fruit program. The goal of the root2fruit program is to
build capacity in Evanston’s grassroots and small non-profit
organizations. The root2fruit grants program is funded
through the Foundation’s partnership with the Omaha-based
Mammel Family Foundation.
Free referrals to professionals are available by
calling our office at 847.328.0313.
Partial scholarships are available for all Lilac Tree programs.
Please call our office at 847.328.0313.
The Lilac Tree reserves the right to determine
refunds.
