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Scheduled EventsSmith Farm Cancer Help Program (CHP) Weeklong Residential RetreatsNestled in a lodge setting amidst the rolling hills just beyond Washington DC, participants and caregivers explore, educate, nourish, renew and reclaim their inner resources for healing. These weeklong residential retreats designed in partnership with the internationally recognized Commonweal Cancer Help program developed by Dr. Michael Lerner and Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen offer a spectacular year-round environment for integration, reflection and healing transformation. Modeled after the internationally recognized Commonweal Cancer Help Program featured in Bill Moyers PBS series Healing and the Mind CHP retreats are designed for adults and caregivers who are seeking physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual healing as they live with cancer. Application required – Call to inquire about Scholarships The integrated schedule provides daily support sessions led by a psychotherapist along with massage, yoga, meditation, deep relaxation, imagery work, creativity sessions, and a gourmet vegetarian diet. The retreats also facilitate discussions on making choices in complementary and conventional cancer therapies along with issues surrounding pain, suffering and end of life. These retreats have consistently provided many with deeply satisfying, transformational experiences along their journey. Chef Laura will be head chef and will also be giving presentations on nourishing yourself when you have cancer. When?ongoing Where? Smith Farm Center for the Healing Arts hosted at Hallowood Retreat Center, Comus, MD. Call 202-483-8600 or email heal@smithfarm.com for details. How to get there? Application required. Inquire for available scholarships and directions. | ||
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