LoveYourBrain Community Retreat
at the Ecology School
June 14-18, 2027 — applications open this fall
Join us at The Ecology School’s River Bend Farm, a 313-acre riverside campus along the Saco River in southern Maine. Surrounded by forests, fields, farmland, and wetlands, River Bend Farm offers an immersive place to slow down, explore the natural world, and discover a deeper sense of connection and belonging. Transform your healing journey after brain injury using the science-backed benefits of holistic healing through our mindfulness, movement, nutrition, art, and community-building curriculum.
”My experience with LYB retreat has been life affirming and has offered a joyful perspective about an extremely difficult situation. Losing yourself is traumatic. Finding yourself is healing the impossible.
I now know that I am on the right path.”
— Diane O., Retreat Participant
Accommodations
All individuals attending the Retreat sleep in communal cabin-style accommodations. Each dorm-style room sleeps two participants. Bathrooms on the floor are singles, each including a shower, sink, and toilet. We are unable to provide individual room accommodations at this time. All participants are responsible for their own bedding and bath towels. Cell service may be limited. Wifi is available in the main lodge.
Nourishment
All meals are crafted by world-class chefs and a dedicated kitchen team. Participants are provided with brain-healthy meals each day, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert. Food is served communally/buffet style (i.e., not in individual servings). In addition to delicious daily nourishment, participants will also participate in opportunities to learn how nutrition can contribute to and complement holistic healing after brain injury.
Curriculum
Our Retreats offer a science-backed curriculum designed to support resilience and holistic healing. We provide daily opportunities for gentle yoga, mindfulness activities, nutrition support, art inquiry, and community building. With scheduled rest time, self-care is always encouraged and prioritized. Our hope is that you gain additional knowledge around brain injury healing, feel part of a community, and connect to your inner resilience.
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The Ecology School
184 Simpson Rd, Saco, ME 04072
