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A Day for Meta House: Celebrating Mothers. Rebuilding Families.
Friday, May 6
Breakfast 8:00 - 9:00 AM
Lunch 12:00 - 1:00 PM (Full)
Evening Reception 5:30 - 7:00 PM
When women suffer from drug or alcohol addiction, their children also feel the effects. A family treatment model can help both mothers and their children get the help they need to break the generational cycle of abuse. This year we are celebrating mothers and the success of women at Meta House. In recognition of Mother's Day, A Day for Meta House will be held on Friday, May 6th to honor the achievements of Meta House women, their children, and their word to reclaim their lives and rebuild their families.
Join us at the event and enjoy food catered by Bartolotta Restaurants and hear the incredible stories of mothers whose lives have been changed through Meta House's internationally-recognized family treatment program. It is the perfect opportunity to celebrate with a woman who has made an impact in your life.
Call 414-977-5802 or go to www.metahouse.org to reserve your space for this free fundraising event today.
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A Day for Meta House postcard.
All I Wanted Was to Be a Good Mom
As told by Sheila, a Meta House graduate
When my mother died my drug use began. Before I knew it the drugs had taken over, I had no where to live, and my children were hungry. Sometimes my sister would take care of them when I couldn’t. I would visit and they would cry and beg me to stay.
When I first got to Meta House and they told me about the process I was about to go through, the time and commitment, I thought, “Oh, I don’t need this.” I didn’t think I had a problem. I was there because my brother had called the police when he found my children home alone. The district attorney said I had a choice: jail or treatment. I went to Meta House, and even though a part of me was angry, a bigger part of me said, “You do need this. If you leave now then you can kiss you children and your life goodbye.”
I made the decision to stay in Meta House’s residential program that day and stayed for the next 14 months. I remember taking that first step in the door and finally feeling safe.
My childhood was tough. I grew up in poverty. My mom had to raise 8 children on her own. My father would come back periodically, but he never stayed long and he was abusive to my mother. She, in turn, took her anger out on us. I don’t think it was ever intentional, but it was the only thing she knew. As a result, it was the only thing I knew
At Meta House, not only did I learn how to live drug free, but my children and I really got to learn how to be a family again. I was reunified with my children and learned positive parenting techniques. All I ever wanted was to be a good mom to my children, and Meta House gave me the opportunity to let them feel safe. I learned how to discipline my children without hitting. I learned how to be positive with them, all day and every night. They got to express to me how they felt when I was in my drug use, and they came to feel secure knowing that I wasn’t going anywhere anymore.
My life after Meta House was a 180 degree turnaround. I’ve been in recovery almost 10 years. My eldest daughter is married and a good mother to her own children. My middle daughter is in college and works as a court-ordered crisis worker to teens. My son is an officer in the house of corrections. Meta House made us feel like we were important, that we could do anything.
Meta House gave me my children back – there couldn’t be a better gift!
A Special Thank You
A big thank you to our Day for Meta House sponsors! We are pleased to announce that because of their generosity and support all event expenses are fully funded. This means that 100% of your donation will go directly to Meta House programs and services, helping women overcome their addictions and learn how to be good mothers. Please join us in thanking:
- We Energies
- Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren
- MillerCoors
- Godfrey & Kahn
- Anick & Associates
- Baird
- MGIC
- Associated Wealth Management
- Habush, Habush, & Rottier
We would also like to thank Manpower for sponsoring our social media campaign and Lake FM and Yelp! Milwaukee for helping us to promote it. “Like” us on Facebook to receive updates and stay tuned.
Can't Attend A Day for Meta House? Join Us Online!
If you cannot attend A Day for Meta House, there are still ways you can be involved:
- Click here to make a gift supporting Meta House programs and help mothers and children in Milwaukee today.
- Take part in the celebration by honoring your mother with a tribute. More information will be posted on our Facebook page as the event approaches. “Like” us on Facebook to receive updates and stay tuned!
Dr. Francine Feinberg Awarded for "Putting Her Stamp on Metro Milwaukee"
The United States Postal Service (USPS) celebrated March as Women’s History Month by paying tribute to women with outstanding achievements in the metro Milwaukee area. Meta House Executive Director, Dr. Francine Feinberg, was honored for her work at Meta House in the “Health and Social Services” category.
USPS has given out these awards for the past 13 years in honor of women who have made a positive impact in the community. Dr. Feinberg was nominated for her instrumental work in developing the successful family treatment model at Meta House that helps women reclaim their lives and rebuild their families. You can read more about the award and celebration here.
Dr. Francine Feinberg accepting the award from Karen Schenck, USPS District Manager – Lakeland District.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Feinberg for being recognized as a national leader for her development of a successful, holistic approach to alcohol and drug abuse treatment for women at Meta House. Also, please join us in congratulating the 14 other deserving women who were honored at this year's luncheon celebration:
- Abilities Awareness - Cheri McGrath
- Arts or Entertainment - Betty Ewens Quadracci
- Business - Theresa Wigley
- Diversity Champion - Mya Cooks
- Education - Dr. Eileen Schwalbach
- Emerging Leadership - Abby Ramirez
- Government Service or Law - Maria Prioletta
- Humanitarianism - Jynette Hamilton
- Media - Nicole Koglin
- Military Service - Carolyn Tyler
- Postal Service
- Sports - Moya Baylis
- Volunteerism - Mary Ann D'Acquisito
About Us
Meta House is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping women through the progression of drug and alcohol abuse recovery. Founded in 1963, we are a leader in gender-responsive treatment and have been nationally and internationally recognized for our unique substance abuse program. We were also one of the first programs in the nation to include children in the residential treatment setting. Learn more about us and what we are doing by visiting our website: www.metahouse.org.
Meta House provides an equal opportunity in employment and service.