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WOVEN supports couples grieving the loss of any child - of any age - and due to any type of loss, unless otherwise specified.
Please email sabrina@haydenshouseofhealing.org if you have any questions.
OVERVIEW:
‘Woven’ is designed to be for couples who overall have a strong foundation but seem to struggle and understand each other's way of grieving. I like to think my husband and I are a strong couple but even several years in, we still struggle to understand the way each other grieves. And it just never seems to be the right time to talk about it. Life takes over and it always gets pushed to the side.
Our hope with this retreat is that couples will have a chance to come together with each other and other couples and will share at their own comfort level individually as a couple or within the group, and that level of sharing will be unique to each couple and person. This retreat does have some structure, but there will be a lot of time given to just be with your partner and take that much needed time to dig into each others grief and find ways to acknowledge, support, and understand one another. We realize that men and women grieve very differently, and that will be respected and accepted.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Whole group and small group discussions: Being with other bereaved couples 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 children, faith based conversations, acceptance of each others grief, and much more.
Independent time with spouse: Uninterrupted time with each other is so rare - take advantage of this weekend to use that time to explore one another in grief and learn ways you can help each other in the healing process.
Personal Reflection: 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 parents 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 you and your spouse, and your personal healing as a couple.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Each retreat has a limited space for 5 bereaved couples.
Couples total cost is $600.00 - not including travel expenses. ALL retreats are fully scholared - only cost is travel!
Couples will stay in a private room. Your stay includes all meals and snacks during the retreat starting with a nutritious dinner on Friday evening to a healthy lunch before closing ceremonies on Sunday, and every meal and snack in between.
All activities 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 couples 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 Friday 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.