What is mediation?

In divorce and custody

I'm afraid or
worried


Frequently Asked
Questions


Advantages


I don't think it
will work


Selecting a mediator


List of mediators/
Roster


Selecting an attorney


What people say
about mediation


Statistics


Mediation Education
Class


Parenting Class


How to Prepare


In small claims

In other situations

Preparing for mediation

Finding a mediator

Statistics on mediation

Dealing with confict


 

CLASS FOR DIVORCING OR SEPARATING PARENTS
(Includes Mediation Education Class)

If you have one or more minor children ( children who are under 18 years old), you are required to attend ONE of the classes listed below.

The class has two purposes.

  • The class tells you about children and divorce and about children’s needs at different ages, to help you make decisions in your children’s best interest.
  • The class explains mediation.

The fee for the Divorcing and Separating Parents’ Class is $40. The fee for the Mediation Education Class is $20.

Financial Assistance : If you need financial assistance, please call St. Luke’s or Family Development Associates before attending their class. Leave your name and number and ask them to call you back with information on how to apply for financial assistance.

For more information on mediation go to:
mediateiowa.org


Or call: Mediation Services of Eastern Iowa
319 248-1040

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SCHEDULE FOR CLASS FOR DIVORCING
OR SEPARATING PARENTS IS BELOW


(Includes MEDIATION EDUCATION CLASS)

ATTEND ONE CLASS TIME, separately or together

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ST. LUKE’S HOSPITAL
Register by voice mail: (319) 369-8002
For questions or financial aid: 369-7952

Cedar Rapids classes are held on:
1st Tuesday of the month, 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
3rd Tuesday of the month, 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Classes are held at:
St. Luke’s Resource Center
225 12 th St. NE
First floor, Formal Lounge

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FAMILY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATES
Register by voice mail: (800) 261-5097

Iowa City classes are held on:
1st and 4th Thursdays each month, 5 – 9:30 p.m.
Classes are held at:

Youth Homes
1916 Waterfront Dr.


Cedar Rapids classes are held on:
2nd Saturday of the month, 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
4th Wednesday of month, 5:30 – 10:00 p.m.
Classes are held at:

Four Oaks
5400 Kirkwood Blvd. SW


Vinton classes are held on:
1st Wednesday day of the month, 4:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Classes are held at
:
Virginia Gay Hospital


Tama classes are held on:
1st Wednesday of the month, 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Classes are held at:

S.T.C. Partnership Center
9th and Siegle

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PAT McARTOR AND SANDY GANNON

Register or leave questions on financial aid: (319) 541-8303

         

Iowa City classes are held in Iowa City on:

2nd Tuesday of each month, 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.

I.C. Classes are held at:

Mercy Medical Plaza

McAuley Room 2   

500 E. Market St.

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Financial Aid: Call the course presenters at the number above before attending the class to find out how to apply for financial aid.

Mediation: It's your solution.

 


519 Kirkwood Ave. Iowa City, IA 52240
319-248-1940