The Franciscan Life Center | Counseling and Educational Services

Monthly Caregiver Support Group
2025-08-06 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-08-07 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT, 06451, United States
The Franciscan Life Center is offering a monthly Caregiver Support Group for those caring for a loved one with dementia on the first Wednesday of each month from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. or the fourth Thursday of each month from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The groups will meet at the Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT.
No charge. Registration is required. For more information, or to register, please visit Caregivers Register or call 203-237-8084.

29th Annual Franciscan Golf Classic
2025-08-11 | Wallingford Country Club
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Mon. August 11
Franciscan Golf Classic
Wallingford Country Club
2025 Golf Tournament Invitation reduced
Sponsors and Players
Register online here: franciscanlifecenter.square.site
OR print and fill out form in brochure (above)

Pilgrims of Hope presentation
2025-09-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Chiara Center, 275 Finch Ave, Meriden, CT, 06451
Hope is not a light that scatters our darkness,
but a lamp that guides our steps in the night and suffices for the journey. – Pope Francis
Join us in a reflection on “Hope” as we continue our journey during this Jubilee Year of Hope.
The Franciscan Life Center invites you to a presentation by Sister John Mary Sullivan, FSE, on the virtue of “Hope,” Thursday, September 25, 2005, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the San Damiano Room of the Chiara Center, 275 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT. Register here.
Sister John Mary is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who recently returned to the Franciscan Life Center from Vancouver, BC, where she was the Associate Director of Ministries and Outreach for the Archdiocese of Vancouver. Sister has a Masters of Theological Studies from the John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family and a Master in Marriage and Family Therapy from Central Connecticut State University.
This educational and spiritual enrichment presentation is free of charge. Call 203-237-8084 for more information and to register, or register here.

Caregiver's Support Group for People Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia
2025-10-30 18:30 - 20:00 | Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT, 06451, United States
During the months of October and November, the monthly Franciscan Life Center Caregiver’s Support Group for individuals caring for a loved one with dementia will be on Thursday, October 30, and Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., at the Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT.
For more information and to register call 203-237-8084.

Caregiver's Support Group for People Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia
2025-11-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT, 06451, United States
During the months of November and December, the monthly Franciscan Life Center Caregiver’s Support Group for individuals caring for a loved one with dementia will be on Thursday, November 20, and Tuesday, December 16 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., at the Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT.
For more information and to register call 203-237-8084.

Franciscan Christmas Fair
2025-11-22 09:30 - 14:30 | Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT, 06451, United States
Find out more – a lot more! – about the Franciscan Christmas Fair at franciscanchristmasfair.org.

Caregiver's Support Group for People Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia
2025-12-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT, 06451, United States
The monthly Franciscan Life Center Caregiver’s Support Group for individuals caring for a loved one with dementia will be on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., at the Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT.
For more information and to register call 203-237-8084.

A Caregiver's Support Group
2026-02-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT, 06451, United States
Caregiving can be a difficult and lonely journey. Take advantage of an opportunity for support and for learning with others who are caring for loved ones living with dementia.
The Franciscan Life Center if offering a Caregiver’s Support Group.
Thursday, February 26, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
271 Finch Avenue • Meriden, CT 06451
Registration is required.
For more information, or to register, please call 203-237-8084.

Women's Retreat
2026-02-28 08:00 - 14:30 | Franciscan Life Center Campus, 267-271 Finch Ave, Meriden, CT, 06451
Come, reflect and pray with the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist and other women for a daytime retreat focusing on Women of Faith.

Overcoming Anxiety Workshop
2026-04-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Chiara Center, 275 Finch Ave, Meriden, CT, 06451
The Franciscan Life Center is offering a one-day Overcoming Anxiety Workshop presented by Clinical Psychologist Dr. Thomas Finn. This psycho-educational program will provide tools for managing anxiety including relaxation techniques and improved thinking styles based on the principles of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, a highly effective therapeutic method for anxiety reduction. Participants age 16 and over are welcome.
Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Place: Chiara Center, 275 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT
Cost: $95.00
For reservations or more information, please call: 203-237-8084.

40th Franciscan Sports Banquet and Silent Auction
2026-06-02 17:30 - 21:30 | Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry St, Plantsville, CT, 06479
SAVE THE DATE • JUNE 2, 2026 • Tuesday
You won’t want to miss the
40TH ANNUAL
FRANCISCAN SPORTS BANQUET
AND SILENT AUCTION
Visit Franciscan Sports Banquet website.
