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NEXT RETREAT October
16 - 18, 2008 Contact
us at: CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM CLICK
HERE FOR A RETREAT BROCHURE Are
you or is someone you love
Join
us at the This
uplifting, inspirational WHAT
PEOPLE ARE SAYING When suddenly faced with an unexpected diagnosis of cancer, it is not unusual to become overwhelmed with issues such as one's best treatment options, as well as countless nutritional choices, family concerns and quality of life challenges. This is your opportunity to consider our "whole person" approach that has already made a remarkable difference for so many individuals and loved-ones facing perhaps the greatest challenge of their lives. While the overall experience is hard to imagine, our past attendees who have experienced immense personal transformations explain it best! We
are always moved by their responses! These exceptional individuals leave with tools and personal insights that enable them to better face the challenges that lie ahead. As one attendee noted, "you owe it to yourself to attend this event!" "It
was such a joy to come to this Retreat. I felt loved and listened
to...safe to express my emotions and feelings knowing that I would
be understood."
"Travelling
from Europe to join this retreat, I had a lot of expectations. It
was so much more than I ever could imagine and I strongly recommend
it to anyone with cancer." "As
a newly diagnosed breast cancer patient, this experience helped
me shift from fear to Hope. I now know what specific steps to take
to complement my traditional treatment protocol with powerful mind-body
tools. I am so grateful for this opportunity. I only wish EVERY
cancer patient knew about this program. It would change more lives,
give more power and more peace." "I
can't imagine how people with cancer can live without the support,
information and guidance this retreat offers." "The
ECaP Retreat gave me great tools for healthy living, and left me
feeling like an Apostle ready to tackle the world with words of
love and life." "It
uplifted our spirits and illuminated our path through the maze.
If you want to LIVE life - BE THERE!" "You
call us exceptional. I feel you are exceptional and that I am blessed
to have had this opportunity to participate in this retreat. Thank
you!" "I
discovered that I am not alone in my journey with cancer. I found
a place where I felt safe and loved. Thank you." "It
was a very supportive, loving atmosphere and very informative. I
felt very comfortable sharing my experiences with the group." "The
retreat was full of unconditional support. Thank you. Thank you."
"Well,
I thought this would be a great retreat, but it went beyond my expectations.
Just incredible! I think it benefits people to look at life and
death differently, also spiritually in all forms. Thank you." "It
was very uplifting to attend this retreat. It was comforting to
meet other cancer survivors, some in a similar situation and some
who represented very different perspectives. Overall I think I came
away with a more balanced perspective. The various sessions helped
me focus on areas like exercise and nutrition that I had not considered."
"The
insights and lessons I learned from the group members were invaluable.
I have gained a sense of strength that I never knew was there."
"If
you are ready to learn the truth about yourself, this retreat is
a must." Introducing Insights
for Living Beyond Cancer
You
owe it to yourself to optimize Personalized
care by our dedicated team Lodging
Information When
making travel plans, please Our
Program Our retreats are designed to assist you in developing an awareness of meaningful choices that can help you discover an active approach that meets your needs. Insights for Living Beyond Cancer Retreats integrate a variety of evidence-based approaches that have been scientifically shown to complement traditional medicine. This comprehensive strategy is aligned with the latest scientific studies and cancer research. Our goal is to work together to assist you in achieving a personal sense of wholeness, happiness and inner peace. We focus on you as a “whole person.” Our retreat facilitators and counselors, an exceptional team of dedicated medical professionals, integrate the wisdom of the ancients (the stuff our grandmothers knew all along) with traditional medicine to help you make the personal choices you need to discover your healing path. Our retreats encourage and support you to grow physically, emotionally, and spiritually. It
is important to know that your loved-ones are cared for as well.
We encourage you to attend with your spouse, significant other or
a special friend to support you in your healing process. This program
is equally beneficial for the support people who attend with their
loved one. Providing ongoing support is often a difficult and challenging
task. We have found that the care-givers benefit tremendously from
the nurturing and inspiration that this retreat provides. We even
have one session that is for the care-givers only, while the people
facing the challenges of cancer are in a separate session with a
different facilitator. Insights for Living Beyond Cancer promotes and fosters a sense of hope, meaning and purpose that can help you and your loved-ones meet the challenges that lie ahead. Sessions: Sessions are conducted by Barry Bittman, MD, Kevin Henry, M.Ed, LSW, with the help of Kim Coddington, PhD, Kathy Berkey, PhD and the dedicated staff of the Mind-Body Wellness Center who are extensively trained in this approach. Bernie Siegel, MD will not be present for this retreat. However, he strongly recommends that you participate in this uplifting event... "It is
always a good idea to take time in your life to center yourself,
focusing on the things you are feeling and experiencing in the present
moment. Our retreat sessions focus on: •
The Science of Whole Person Cancer Care: We
have allowed time during our Retreat for individual sessions with
the staff at the Mind-Body Wellness Center Healthy
Nutrition for People with Cancer
Comprehensive Exercise Evaluations Retreat
Fees: Meals: $110 for 2 people attending together. If you attend alone, the fee is $55. The included meals are a welcome dinner on Thursday and lunches on Friday and Saturday. Lodging is separate and all costs are your responsibility. ECaP is owned and operated by Meadville Medical Center's Mind-Body Wellness Center (a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation. All donations are tax deductible to the extent the law allows. Since we consider it important for you to attend our retreat with the support person of your choice, fees are based on two people attending together.
Registration:
We
request that you register early to guarantee availability. Registration
is limited to 12 people with cancer (plus their support person,
if possible). Support people can be a spouse, friend, parent or
adult child. A deposit of $100 is required to hold your place. Please register directly with ECaP. Although you will pay the hotel directly for your room and meals not included in our fee, we will handle the room block reservations to make it easier for you. In the unlikely event of insufficient registered attendees, ECaP reserves the right to cancel this retreat by September 15, 2008. Any existing travel arrangements you may have made are not the responsibility of ECaP.
"This
retreat is invaluable and life charging. Anyone facing the challenge
of cancer should absolutely attend." "I
underestimated how important the people we met at the retreat were
going to be! I had no idea how much they became a part of my DAILY
life...forever changed, we cheer together, inspire each other, cry
together and remind each other to LIVE LIFE. When I have been really
down, they have encouraged me to find strength and hope and build
peace." "Arrived
fearful and uncertain. "This
retreat was exactly what my husband and I Call
now for more information, CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
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