Retreats

Activities may include: arts and crafts, massage, reflexology, reiki, makeovers, meditation, tai chi, movie night, game night, Maid of the Mist, & swimming. Participants are encouraged to explore the beautiful grounds of Stella Niagara at their leisure.

All activities are optional except for the opening and closing group meetings. All meals are provided and each participant gets her own private room.

2010 Retreat Dates:

Alumnae Weekend: January 22-24

Women with Cancer Weekend: February 26-28

Grandmothers Raising Grandchildren Weekend: May 28-30

Single Mothers Summer Respite: July 21-24

Who is eligible?

Summer Retreat: Low-income single mothers over the age of 25. “Low-income” guidelines established as near or at the poverty level established by the U.S. Government, but will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Grandmothers Retreat: Grandmothers who are currently taking care of their grandchildren. Priority will be given to low-income single grandmothers.

Women with Cancer Retreat: Women with a cancer diagnosis. Priority will be given to low-income single mothers and women who are currently in treatment.

Alumnae Retreat: Women who have attended previous retreats are welcome to return to Stella Niagara for another vacation. Everyone is deserving of a break – it shouldn’t be a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

ALL RETREATS: All applicants must be referred by a social service worker and must reside in Western New York. We encourage referrers to use discretion when making referrals: please consider both who would benefit most from a relaxing weekend AND how what they might contribute to the group. Women who are currently abusing alcohol and/or drugs are not eligible, yet women who have been in stable recovery for at least six months are welcome.

Winter Retreat 2010