A WEEKEND OF HEALING FOR VIOLENT CRIME SURVIVORS

By Olivia Doolan | December 26, 2025

Victim Support Services is excited to announce two wellness retreats in 2026 for survivors of violent crime! These retreats offer a safe, supportive environment to reflect, reconnect, and nurture your well-being.

Link to Website: https://victimsupportservices.org/

Retreat Dates & Locations:

  • May 1–4, 2026: Cle Elum, WA
  • July 24–27, 2026: Leavenworth, WA

Cost: Free

Each retreat is small and intimate, limited to 6 participants, with private bedrooms and personalized activities like nature walks, sound baths, yoga, journaling, and music therapy. VSS staff will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout.

You do not need to be a current or former VSS client to attend. Individuals impacted by violent crime, including homicide, attempted homicide, assault, vehicular homicide/assault, robbery, home invasion, or those with a missing loved one, are welcome to apply. If you’ve attended a past wellness retreat, or have previously applied or interviewed, you are still fully eligible to apply.

Applications open January 5th!

For questions, contact Amelia Bell, Community Support Coordinator, at Amelia@victimsupportservices.org.

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