Savannah Women's Empowerment Winter Retreat

Surviving women of any relationship who are 3 years out from their loss are invited to join the TAPS Empowerment Program at our Savannah Women's Empowerment Retreat.

Overview

If you're asking yourself what's next after the death of your loved one, and you're ready to take steps toward transforming your life, join us at the Savannah Women's Empowerment Retreat. Using a combination of movement, mindfulness, art and self-exploration, we'll take inspiration from our surroundings and our peers to create a plan for healing and growth. This event will focus on the needs of our minds, bodies and spirits as we clarify our direction in life and create our own path to transformation.

During the retreat, we will focus on building connections and fostering accountability within our group. We will work to establish a supportive community that will provide encouragement and inspiration long after this event ends. Together, we honor the past, recognize the present and intentionally step into the future.

Who should attend? Due to the unique nature of this event, TAPS Empowerment Retreats are intended for those survivors whose loss occurred more than 3 years ago. If you are within the first 3 years following your loss, we encourage you to attend a Regional Seminar and/or the National Military Survivor Seminar.

*Please note this retreat is for adult women only.

SCHEDULE

Monday, January 27: The first day is set aside as a travel day. Once you arrive at the retreat center, TAPS staff will be there to greet you and get you checked in. Then, the day is yours to get settled in, meet fellow survivors, explore the property and relax.

Tuesday, January 28 to Thursday, January 30: Each day will include opportunities for movement, creative expression and self-exploration. Group sessions will center upon themes such as gratitude, mindfulness, reflection and goal setting. Along with structured programming, the schedule will have built-in opportunities for solo work, rest and deeper personal reflection. Every evening, we will close our time as a group together.

Friday, January 31: We will say our final goodbyes and depart from each other.

Event Details

We will be active throughout the retreat, however activities will involve light to moderate physical exertion. We will be doing some form of low-impact exercise every day including yoga, walking and more.

Please note that this is a technology-free event. In order to fully immerse ourselves in the activities and connect with fellow attendees, we ask that cellphones and other devices are only used for emergencies.

EVENT FEES

Thanks to the generosity of our donors and sponsors, TAPS will provide lodging, most meals and all activities at no cost to you.

LODGING AND TRANSPORTATION

Lodging will be provided at Wesley Garden Retreat for all attendees from Monday to Friday. You'll share a room with other event attendees. TAPS covers the cost of lodging during our stay at the retreat center.

Please note this is an alcohol-free, smoke-free, and drug-free facility.

You'll need to cover the cost of your transportation to and from Savannah including to the retreat center. Please do not make travel arrangements until you receive a welcome email after registering.

This retreat will be contained to the retreat center and our planned activities. If you would like to explore the Savannah area, please plan to extend your visit before or after the retreat.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Applications will be open from from November 20 to 26, 2024 (look for blue button at top of this page at that time). Applicants will be notified of selection or waitlist status by end of  December. Applicants not initially selected to attend will be placed on a waitlist and notified as space becomes available.

If you have any questions, please email adultprograms@taps.org or call 800-959-TAPS (8277).