Betty J. Borry Breast Cancer Retreats The Betty J. Borry Breast Cancer Adventure Retreats provide adventure-based opportunities for women living after breast cancer. Participants challenge themselves physically, emotionally and spiritually finding understanding and support. They use challenge by choice activities such as ropes courses, kayaking, snowshoeing, hiking, expressive and healing arts to create a supportive, inclusive, invigorating environment. Women gain confidence, make new friends and discover their own place of sanctuary in the outdoors.
On Belay For children 8-18 who have a parent or sibling affected by cancer, On Belay, based in Newmarket, New Hampshire offers adventure based programs that build community and encourage participants to uncover their inner resilience. Participants have a chance to connect with other children facing similar challenges, while learning to support others, ask for help, and develop confidence.
First Descents First Descents provides life-changing outdoor adventures for young adults (ages 18-39) impacted by cancer. Programs ensure individualized care, medical attention and intimate experiences with fellow survivors. First Descents programs are offered free of cost to participants.
Healing Winds USA Healing Winds offers a sailing reprieve for those affected by cancer and all who love them. With a mission to create lasting memories for individuals with cancer, and their loved ones, through the therapeutic experience of sailing, they offer 3 hour sailing excursions out of Salem, Massachusetts at no cost. (free)
Ironstone Farm For the past six years, Ironstone Farm has offered free retreats to cancer survivors. Run by professional facilitators, the equine-assisted therapy programs use the powerful relationship between people and horses to build a renewed sense of self, increase confidence and overcome fears and insecurities. Retreats for cancer survivors are free to participants. No horse experience is necessary.
Sailing Heals Sailing Heals offers patients and their caregivers a free spirit-lifting day at sea. They offer a variety of excursions from various locations in the greater Boston area at no cost to the participants.
Stowe Weekend of Hope The Stowe Weekend of Hope offers a healthy, inspirational retreat weekend for cancer survivors and their families. The annual forum offers education, enlightenment, inspiration and retreat in the restorative environment of Stowe. This enriching experience is unique in that it provides support for the survivor, the care giver, and family members.
Three Hearts Farm (3 HHH) Healing Hearts with Horses. Based in West Newbury, Massachusetts, 3-HHH offers free equine retreats to people with a cancer diagnosis. 3HHH creates an environment in which mindful exploration of the extraordinary bonds between animals and humans results in the benefits of mutual healing through care, partnership, and love. For more information, contact Jen Wright at 978-463-7446.
To Show We Care Encouraging People one event at a time! “To Show We Care” hosts entertainment events and programs at the North Shore Music Theater for people affected by life-threatening illnesses such as cancer and ALS.
