Whether it is a holiday gathering, a restorative retreat in the comfort of a private home, or a workshop offering creative exploration in a safe space—are designed to heal, restore and connect Paisley Project members.

Quality time with community and nature is more than a vacation or a luxury — it's what humans need to heal, survive, and thrive.

Science has substantiated the profound role of community, nature experiences, and restorative intensive experiences in aiding the healing process after loss. Social support from communities, friends, or support groups fosters emotional connection, diminishing feelings of isolation and invoking the release of mood- enhancing neurotransmitters.

Nature experiences offer therapeutic benefits, reducing stress and depression by harnessing our innate affinity for the natural world, promoting introspection and emotional solace. Restorative retreats, whether nature-based or centered on therapeutic activities, provide dedicated time for healing, allowing participants to temporarily disengage from daily demands, fostering relaxation, self-awareness, and communal support.

Research affirms that all of these factors, combined, contribute significantly to a comprehensive healing journey for those grappling with loss—in this case, specifically for women are coping with the loss of their spouse.