Dare to Grieve Retreat

Join us for an in-person grief retreat in beautiful Stillwater, Minnesota. Allow yourself to connect with fellow grievers, reflect, and take one step closer towards healing as we collectively explore the journey of grief.

Why A Grief Retreat?

A heartbreaking loss is life-changing and the journey of grief can be long, lonely, and exhausting. Give yourself permission to step away from the daily pressures of life and join an amazing group of fellow grievers to better understand grief, connect, process, reflect, and explore.

This one-day retreat will provide a safe space where you can be open and honest about your personal and unique experience with loss and grief. Give yourself permission to feel, share, and grieve without the unrealistic expectations, platitudes, or judgment that often come from a world that doesn't always show up for grievers in the way they need.

Together we will learn more about how loss and grief impact our daily lives, relationships, and sense of self. We will talk about the importance of self-care, sharing our stories, and normalizing grief. With compassion, we will collectively listen, support, and validate you, your loss, and your grief.

Who Is This Retreat For?

This retreat is for anyone seeking healing, support, and connection following the loss of a loved one.

This group of participants will be a diverse group of men and women who have lost someone to death at various ages and from many different causes. No two losses are the same but every loss matters and deserves to be grieved.

You will leave the retreat feeling less alone, better understood, and hopefully encouraged to move forward in life.

Are you feeling stuck in your grief and struggling to move forward?
Do you feel alone, misunderstood, and unheard?
Do you wish to connect with others who get it and understand?
Are you in search of renewed purpose, meaning, and hope?

Please note: At least six months needs to have elapsed since the time of your loss to best meet your needs. Participants must be 18 years or older at the time of the retreat.

Meet the Facilitators

Michele DeVille

GRIEF SPECIALIST
Michele is a Certified Grief Specialist & Educator, Life Coach, End-Of-Life Doula, Grief Movement Guide, Motivational Speaker, and Author of "The Path to Forgiveness." Michele’s mission is to cultivate a culture of compassion, create a better understanding of loss and grief, and remind people that life can be good again after loss. She is dedicated to changing the conversations about grief and helping grievers feel understood, supported, and less alone.
Stacy Saindon

THERAPIST
Stacy is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Grief Coach, Yoga Teacher, and trained in Reiki. She is dedicated to helping those who have lost a loved one find relief from the pain of grief while still honoring their connection with them. Stacy roots for the underdog — fairness and equity are hard-coded values in her life. She is besotted by the space between grief and love.
Christine Meyer

FOUNDER & PRESIDENT OF SHE CLIMBS MOUNTAINS
Christine is the founder of She Climbs Mountains, a non-profit located in the Twin Cities that serves women and girls ages 8 - 18 (Girls Rise Up) who have experienced mother loss through death at any age. Christine has extensive experience facilitating workshops through She Climbs Mountains, Girls Rise Up, and author Hope Edelman’s Motherless Daughters community. She is dedicated to bringing the promise of joy and gratitude to motherless daughters moving through grief.

Join Us

Lowell Inn
102 2nd St N
Stillwater, MN 55082

Saturday, April 27, 2024
8am-5pm

Retreat Cost
Retreat Cost: $189
Early Bird Rate: $169

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The Location

The Dare to Grieve Retrat will take place at the historic Lowell Inn in Stillwater, MN. Established in 1927 and on the National Historic Register, the Lowell Inn offers beautifully restored, private guest rooms and community spaces.

There is limited availability for guest rooms at the Lowell Inn if you choose to spend the night or weekend in Stillwater. Please reach out to the Lowell Inn as soon as possible for availability and pricing. The cost of accomodations is not included in the retreat package.

Schedule

8:30 AM Registration
9:00 AM Introductions
9:15 to 10:15 AM Normalizing Grief (debunking the myths and how grief shows up)
10:15 to 11:00 AM Healing through Writing Workshop
11:15 AM to 12:15 PM Lunch with Christine Meyer and the power of story sharing and community
12: 30 to 1:30 PM Sharing circles
1:30 to 2:00 PM Importance of Self-care
2:00 to 2:45 PM Yoga and meditation with Stacy Saindon (no special clothing needed)
2:45 to 3:00 PM Break
3:00 to 3:45 PM Kintsugi art project - Japanese art of repairing broken objects
3:45 to 4:30 PM Honoring your loved ones (bring a picture if you’d like)
4:30 to 5:30 PM Reception

$169

Early Registration - space is limited

Register by February 28 for our discounted rate. Includes meals, all materials, breakouts, and sessions. Optional hotel room and travel expenses are not included.

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$189

Standard Rate - space is limited

All registration after February 28, 2024. Includes meals, all materials, breakouts, and sessions. Optional hotel room and travel expenses are not included.

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What’s Included?

A continental breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and reception
All retreat materials including handouts, a journal, remembrance candle, tote bag
Grief-centered support, gatherings, and activities
Breakouts to connect with other grievers

Cancellation policy

Up to 30 days before retreat full refund | Up to 15 days prior 50% | No refunds after April 13th, 2024

Note: Organizers reserve the right to cancel the retreat up to 21 days before if enrollment has not been achieved. You would then receive 100% refund.

Losing someone you love can be overwhelming and lonely. It can feel like you are alone even when surrounded by family and friends. Finding the right support with compassion can help and we hope to bring grievers together for a day of connection, support, and healing.

Have questions about the retreat? Email grief@micheledeville.com