Family Retreat for Suicide Loss
The grief after a suicide is complex and deeply personal.
Our retreat is for families who have experienced a death by suicide in their immediate family. This retreat offers a variety of support from our interdisciplinary volunteer team, which includes Art Therapists, Music Therapists, Counsellors, Social Workers, Psychologists, Nurses, and Yoga Instructors. Our model focuses on creating a safe space for families to heal and fostering connections among participants. We follow a schedule that provides a balance of structured activities and downtime. For more details on what each day will look like check out of video below outlining what a typical day at the retreat entails.
Our 2025 retreat will be hosted at Circle Square Ranch-Snider Mountain. The dates will be November 6th-November 9th, 2025.
What you can expect:
All meals provided (peanut-free facility).
Supplies for all activities .
Support from our trained and experienced team of grief professionals.
A time for your family to connect
Due to limited availability, we do ask that families apply by October 3rd and families will be contacted by October 10th to confirm acceptance.
General Information for families who are interested:
Family Composition: Open to all family structures who have experienced the loss of a close family member (sibling, child, parent, or guardian). Families may include children and youth aged 0-19.
Time Since Loss: We require that at least six months have passed since the loss to allow for processing before engaging in group therapy. The retreat is designed for families who have experienced a loss within the last five years.
Participation: Both new and returning families are welcome to participate.
Weekend Commitment: Full participation throughout the weekend is essential for a meaningful experience.
Cost: The cost to attend is $100 per person, but no one will be turned away due to financial difficulties. Please message us, and we can waive the fee—no questions asked.
Once the participant list is confirmed, we will provide a packing list and a detailed schedule for the weekend. If you have any questions or concerns, please message us or phone at (506) 271-5241. We are here to help.