89 Acres Addiction Recovery Camp and Retreat (89acres.org/index2.html)
A living memorial to their son who died of addiction, 89-Acres is a weekend place for recovering addicts and grieving family members to deeply relax, to renew themselves in nature and to connect with others in a nourishing environment through prayer, reflection and conversation. Located in Hope, Missouri, 89 Acres is a not-for-profit organization. At this time their facilities are limited to brief stays of up to three days and two nights. Recovering addicts must be non-violent and have already gone through detoxification. Visits are through referrals only such as clergy, the courts and other sources. Use of facilities is free, but donations to help keep the camp and retreat in operation are welcome.

Dan Anderson Renewal Center at Hazelden (hazelden.org/web/go/renewalcenter)
Situated on Hazelden's 500-acre wooded campus in Center City, MN, the Renewal Center provides a peaceful setting for group interaction or private times of reflection. Retreat structures are flexible and can include one of their special Recovery Retreat programs or day, week or longer stays as part of one’s ongoing recovery program. These retreats are designed to meet the spiritual recovery needs of individuals who are actively involved in any Twelve-Step program. Guests do not have to be Hazelden alumni to participate.

Jesuit Retreat House (jesuitretreathouse.org/retreats.htm)
This Catholic retreat house located in Oshkosh, Wisconsin welcomes people of all faiths to their four-day and eight-day retreats. Specific retreats are designated for men and women in 12-Step recovery programs.

New Beginning Ministry (newbeginningmin.org)
Located in Wayne County, PA, this retreat program is a faith-based twelve-step program  for recovery. It offers a safe and structured environment for those with substance addiction to learn about the problem of addiction, the solution to addiction, and the program of action that leads to change.  Recovery retreats are in a residential community for alcohol and drug dependence. New Beginning represents a non-medical approach to alcohol and drug addiction based on a spirit-centered community.

Open Door Retreat (opendoorretreat.com)
Run by a certified alcohol and drug counselor and certified equine therapist, this program for women in recovery offers week-long retreats in a peaceful setting in Mexico. Retreats are scheduled twice a month. The weekly rate is $1,900 double occupany. The retreat focuses on a holistic approach to recovery and personal growth including meditation and relaxation, 12 step meetings, massage, yoga, the arts, cooking classes and other supportive activities.

Retreats Online (retreatsonline.com)
Covers a wide variety of retreat experiences including spiritual/religious retreats, nature retreats, health and wellness retreats and others in the U.S., Canada, Asia, Europe and the UK.

Serenity Retreat League (serenityretreatleague.org)
Founded by the late Father Frederick G. Lawrence in 1964 at the request of an Al-Anon group, Serenity Retreats now serve members of many Twelve Step programs. These retreats are an extension of the spiritual growth nurtured by all Twelve Step fellowships and pursued by each individual in his or her own way. Serenity Retreats are nondenominational, ecumenical and spiritual rather than specifically religious. The leaders may be Catholic, Protestant, Jewish ministers or laypersons. Only spiritual leaders familiar with Twelve Step programs lead Serenity Retreats. Click on Scheduled Retreats in the left menu bar for an online list of retreats organized by month or by location.

The Yoga Of Recovery (yogaofrecovery.com)
This spiritual retreat combines the approaches of Yoga, Ayurveda and meditation with 12 step tools to support recovery from addiction and self-destructive behaviors. The retreat holds daily 12 step meetings.  In addition the principles of  Ayurveda, the ancient healing system of India, offer insight into addictive patterns and the needs and vulnerabilities that underlie them. Ayurveda revitalizes the body and boosts the immune system, providing a strong foundation to face the stresses of daily living. Yogic physical exercises also strengthen the body, mind and spirit.  They work on the nervous system and the endocrine system (glands and hormones) to restore health and balance and help to reduce mental tension and anxiety.  

Retreats are offered in various locations throughout the U.S. and internationally. Alcohol/ chemically dependent guests are required to have at least 3 months of continuous sobriety before attending a retreat.

Total Health Recovery Program (totalhealthrecoveryprogram.com)
This holistic recovery program integrates spirituality, addiction and holistic treatment to provide the opportunity for profound healing. THRP offers a two week residential substance abuse program which is held at Sunrise Springs, a retreat center.  Diagnostic, assessment and treatment protocols consist of live cell blood analysis, saliva and neurotransmitter assessments, massage, acupuncture, chiropractic, yoga, and meditation, among other approaches. Programs are held when enough people sign up for a recovery program.

Transformations Spirituality Center, Sisters of St. Joseph
(www.transformationscenter.org/12step-2.htm)
Located in southwest Michigan, this interfaith spiritual community offers retreats  for men and women in recovery from alcohol addiction. The focus is to help those in recovery discover new levels of the 12 step philosphy in a quiet atmosphere led by experienced 12 step facilitators.  There are evening long mini-retreats as well as full day and weekend retreats, all focusing on specific areas of recovery.

Yoga Farm Retreats (sivananda.org/farm)
Located in the Sierra foothills of Northern California, the Yoga, Ayurveda and 12 Step Recovery Retreat is offered two times a year. The retreat is based on the 4 Paths of Yoga, 5 Points of Yoga, Ayurveda, Svastha (being established in the self) and Meditation. The therapists are active members of 12 step programs and the retreat offers an opportuntiy to relate 12 step work to the ancient teachings of yoga and Ayurveda in order to provide a strong foundation for wellness and a deepening spiritual practice. Their other ashrams in the Bahamas, New York and Canada may also be offering this retreat in the future.

The Yoga Farm offers retreats year round on many spiritual areas - meditation, yoga, vegetarian cooking, vedic astrology, karma yoga, selfless service retreats, workstudy months and more.

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