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Retreats listed below support mothers grieving the loss of any child - of any age - and due to any type of loss, unless otherwise specified.

The cost of a retreat is $500. However, we have secured FULL scholarships for mothers attending in 2024 (If you have previously attended a Healing of the Heart retreat, you are not eligible for a scholarship). ALL spots for retreats listed are fully scholared - travel is the only cost.

If you would like to be notified and placed on a wait list for future retreats please complete THIS FORM.

Please email sabrina@haydenshouseofhealing.org if you have any questions.

OVERVIEW:

‘Healing of the Heart’ is a retreat that was created to offer bereaved mothers a space where they would find tranquility, solace and relaxation.

An unbreakable bond is formed through these 4-day weekends, a tribe and a new family evolve.

Our goal is to create a peaceful space for bereaved mamas by offering healing techniques, group discussions and activities, personal reflections and other methods to assist in the healing process.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Whole group and small group discussions: Being with other bereaved mamas is something most of us find so rare, yet incredibly comforting and powerful. During the retreat, you will have an opportunity to participate in several whole group and small group discussions. Topics include, but not limited to, social interactions, surviving siblings, faith based conversations, spousal discussions and much more.

Meditation and Relaxation through Yoga and other methods: Yoga is defined as a spiritual discipline, a part of which, including breath control, simple mediation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, is widely practiced for health and relaxation. Yoga and light stretching activities will be available in the morning, serving as a relaxing and peaceful way to start each day.

Memorial Projects: There will be several memorial projects offered throughout our time together. It is a time to reflect on and remember our beloveds through a tangible process, either independently or as a group.

Personal Reflection: As adults, mothers, career women, spouses, daughters, friends...the list of roles we take on daily is endless. Take in some moments during the retreat for personal reflection and remembrance of your child and your journey, as we believe this independent time is an essential part of the healing process.

Sharing Our Loved Ones: As grieving mothers we can often feel alienated from the rest of the world. For most of us, we rarely get the chance to talk about our children with the outside world. Use this weekend as a platform to talk to and about them- sharing as much or as little of your journey as you feel comfortable. We will say their names, and we will honor and remember them- all while taking much needed time for yourself and your personal healing.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Each retreat has a limited space for 10 bereaved moms.

Cost for the retreat is typically $500. We have secured FULL scholarships for all retreat attendees - travel is the only cost!

Retreat guests will stay in either a private, double or shared room. Your stay includes all meals and snacks during the retreat starting with a nutritious dinner on Thursday evening to a healthy lunch before closing ceremonies on Sunday, and every meal and snack in between.

All activities such as yoga, memorial projects and other healing techniques are included in your stay. No additional costs will arise once your payment has been made in full. (This does NOT include travel expenses)

PAYMENT INFORMATION:

We have secured FULL scholarships for all mothers attending - travel is the only cost. .However, when you apply you will be asked to pay a $100 deposit. This deposit is fully returned to you upon arrival at the retreat.

PayPal is the preferred method of payment, however if you need to use a different source, please email sabrina@haydenshouseofhealing.org to coordinate. Please make contact before attempting to submit application.

TRAVEL INFORMATION:

Flyers: Newark is the closest major airport. It is approximately one hour from the retreat house. Please plan to land no later than 1pm the Thursday of the retreat. Your return flight should be scheduled to leave no earlier than 5pm the Sunday of your retreat. Transportation to and from the airport is your responsibility.