Time After Loss
A bereavement retreat supporting those who have lost a loved one to cancer.
What is the Time After Loss Bereavement Retreat?
This bereavement retreat is for anyone who has lost a loved one to cancer, whether it be a friend, partner or relative. The aim of the retreat is to create a space for people to exchange thoughts, feelings and experiences with others who have shared a similar kind of loss. Often in grief people alternate between feeling overwhelmed and trying to adapt to their new life without their loved one. Our retreat will cater for your needs regardless of where you are in your bereavement process.
What will the retreat include?
Based in farm cottages in the beautiful countryside of Kent the weekend will include group support sessions and opportunities for one-to-one support. Our group sessions will be complimented with mindfulness and country walks to help you relax. We will also teach attendees practical techniques to encourage compassion towards themselves during difficult times, and we will provide tips for people who are struggling with day-to-day things, such as troubled sleep and lack of motivation. There is also a games room with snooker and table-tennis, should you want some time doing something playful. The weekend will provide a structured programme including plenty of free time for you, and all sessions and activities are optional.
The retreat will run from Friday evening (5pm) to Sunday lunchtime (2pm) and is inclusive of meals and snacks provided by our brilliant in-house chef. Whilst there will be a fixed menu, the chef can rustle up pretty much anything you feel like. A home from home...
You can take a look at the beautiful Mocketts Farm complex and the surrounding area here
You can view further information on the bereavement retreat venue at the following website: http://www.mockettsfarm.co.uk/
How do I get there?
The best way to get to the cottages is by car. If you are driving to the venue, the postcode to use is ME12 4BQ.
The nearest train station is Queenborough station. The train journey from London Kings Cross to Queenborough station takes an hour and a half. From there you can get a taxi to the cottages, which takes approximately 20 minutes, and we can arrange shared taxis for people arriving on the same train to lower the cost.
Who is it run by?
The loss and bereavement retreat is facilitated by a lovely and warm group of qualified psychologists and other professionals who specialise in grief and bereavement. It has been designed for adults. Whilst we realise that children are affected by bereavement as well, we are unable to provide specialist support for children at this time. This event is run by The Loss Foundation. Please see our website to see more about what we do and who we are: www.thelossfoundation.org
