Rooted In Hope, LLC Danielle Kitts Lawrenceville, Georgia

"Come away with me and find rest." Mark 6:31

We will laugh together and cry together in a safe space to do the hard work of grief. This grief retreat provides an intimate setting where you will be cared for by a certified Compassionate Bereavement Provider and Pastoral Counselor. There will be sessions in which you will learn about the five stages of grief and how to cope in each stage using triune self-care, the science behind grief (prepare to be fascinated!), and you will go home with sustainable coping skills to help you continue your grief journey. Each night a creative element will help you honor and remember your loved one. There will also be free time to process, enjoy nature, rest and fellowship with others. Expect to be well fed physically, emotionally and spiritually.

What people are saying

Beverly P.-V.

"I feel freer than I was in the past and ready to move forward. The pace of the presentations and the content were just right for this grief retreat. There was plenty of free time to reflect and enjoy so it didn't feel like "work" but there was definitely work being done."

Soto V.

Beverly P.-V.

"I learned strength to cope with my loss, to breathe, to relax and soothe the pain. These people brought a lot of peace and calm to my soul."

Diedra C.

Beverly P.-V.

Lanise Shortell, RN, CHPPN

"If we open ourselves up and keep God's will first, the possibilities of newfound friendships, freedom and healing are endless and amazing. People need each other to heal and grow. We are more alike than different. God is a very present help in our times of trouble, struggle, loneliness and fear."

Lanise Shortell, RN, CHPPN

"I have worked with an amazing and lovely pastoral counselor, Danielle Kitts, in Guatemala for many years. We have done grief care retreats for high risk populations in the church communities with great impact for God. Danielle has a heart for grievers to keep their hearts turned towards God in times of despair. She is a valuable resource for grievers as they seek God and mend their hearts."

Deidra J.

Lanise Shortell, RN, CHPPN

Deidra J.

"Overall great experience. Much needed rest and ability to plug in and see areas that I need to strengthen. I really appreciate the genuineness Danielle displays and her passion for helping people on these grief care retreats. It makes me feel like I am in safe hands."

Kim T.

Lanise Shortell, RN, CHPPN

Deidra J.

"This retreat will allow you to be you. There is no judgement zone here. So if you need to cry, please cry as much as you need to. We're all on this grief care journey together."

Alison C.

"The biggest benefit is them providing an atmosphere so you can get what you need from God; especially since God is the only one that can truly heal a mourning heart."