Get a sneak peek at our Spray Beach, New Jersey retreat house(s)!

Jersey Shore Spring 2025 Retreat for Adopted Folks, DCPs, LDAs, & NPEs
Relax, Heal, and Have FUN with us!
Thursday, April 24 - Monday, April 28, 2025
$449 per person (Includes meals from Thursday dinner through Monday breakfast)
Please note: Retreat registration fees do not include lodging!
Hosted in a private home in Spray Beach, NJ by Erin, Cindy, and Annie
97 miles from PHL • 94 miles from EWR
Meet Our Incredible Facilitators!
Donna Davis • Amy Ebbeson • Amy Gellar • Victoria Hill • Hope Sacher
*Facilitators subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances*
With heartfelt gratitude to our generous sponsor: LongIslandtastees
Need some in-person connection but can’t commit to the whole weekend? We've got you covered!
Join us for Saturday Shenanigans!
We can’t wait to spend this special weekend with you!
Retreat Registration and House/Bed Reservations are separate.
To protect yourself against unforeseen events or circumstances that may prevent you from attending, we highly recommend opting for Registration Protection when completing your Retreat Registration.
Before reserving your accommodation, please follow the instructions provided in our private Facebook community: Hiraeth Hope & Healing Facebook Group.
All accommodations in the retreat home are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, and we do not hold spaces with a deposit. Your bed in the retreat home will only be confirmed once full payment has been received.
Important Information
Retreat registration is due 30 days prior to the start date.
Please be aware that registration will close once 30 attendees have registered.
Limited space/No refunds or transfers will be issued/No children may attend any portions of the retreats
We are NOT professional licensed counselors or therapists. These retreats should NOT replace traditional therapy. We are NOT affiliated with any particular group or entity.

Jersey Shore Spring 2025 Retreat Saturday Shenanigans
TOMFOOLERY & TOGETHERNESS
TOMFOOLERY & TOGETHERNESS
Limited on time but eager for in-person connection?
If you're local-ish and can't commit to the full weekend, we have the perfect solution for you!
Join us for Saturday Shenanigans on April 26 at 6 PM for a fun-filled evening!
We’ll be playing “Eve’s Game” (a special shoutout to Eve Sturges!). Imagine Left, Right, Center, mixed with 20 Questions, and topped off with a dash of Las Vegas casino night!
$49 per person (Includes dinner)
What to bring: Three $1 bills • Your beverage of choice • We’ll provide the rest
Please note: No refunds or transfers will be issued.
We can't wait to share this special evening with you!
Meet our Jersey Shore Spring 2025 Retreat Facilitators
Donna Davis
Amy Ebbeson, LCSW
Hope Sacher
Amy Gellar
Victoria Hill
Jersey Shore 2025 Retreat Attendee Agenda
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4:00 PM - Open House with hors d'oeuvres
6:00 PM - Dinner - included
7:00 PM - Session 1: Welcoming in Hygge
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9:00 AM - Breakfast - included
10:00 AM - Session 2: Amy Ebbeson, Victoria Hill, Hope Sacher
12:00 PM - Lunch, included
1:00 PM - Session 3: Amy Ebbeson, Victoria Hill, Hope Sacher
3:30 PM - Session 4: Amy Ebbeson, Victoria Hill, Hope Sacher
6:00 PM - Dinner - included
8:00 PM - Cards Against Humanity - optional
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9:00 AM - Breakfast - included
10:00 AM - Session 5: Amy Gellar
12:00 PM - Lunch - included
1:00 PM - Session 5: Amy Gellar
3:30 PM - Session 6: Donna Davis
6:00 PM - Dinner - included
8:00 PM - Eve’s Game - optional
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9:00 AM - Session 7: Appreciation Circle
10:45 AM - Quotes
11:00 AM - Brunch - included
12:00 PM - Retreat officially ends
1:00 PM - Relax, Renew, and Refresh with Optional Offerings and Private Sessions
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9:00 AM - Breakfast - included
10:00 AM - Clean up and farewells