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Self-Care January Event
January 22, 2026 from 6 pm - 8 pm, in-person at the CT River Valley Inn 2195 Main Street Glastonbury, CT. We have 25 seats for this event, RSVP today to secure your spot!
The holiday season is simultaneously joyous and stressful. Family events, no school, different routines, and travel can throw our families and our children for a loop. Holidays can be especially stressful for parents raising children with disabilities. With gratitude to Empowered Foundation Inc and all of our donors, we are hosting this event for FREE for all of our parents and caregivers! Come enjoy yummy small bites, village-building activities, and a self-care activity lead by Amanda Lang from Rise and Shine Evolutionary Coaching.
RSVP now! Only 25 Seats!
Don't miss out on our 100% FREE January event- THANK YOU donors!! THANK you also to the CT River Valley Inn, a beautiful venue!
New Series!
Weekly Self-Care Series!
Empowered Group Hike or Coffee meet Up (depending on weather!)
The hike will be on a flat trail appropriate for beginning hikers. We will go at a nice, slow, conversational pace. Meeting place will be at the parking area at the corner of Stratton Brook and Town Forest Road in Simsbury. This hike is designed for caregivers and professionals supporting the special needs community.
Where: Parking area at Stratton Brook and Town Forest Road in Simsbury, CT
When: Every Tuesday from November 18 - December 16, from 11:30a-12:30p
No hike=Coffee Date!!! For THIS week 12/9/25 AND next week 12/16/25:
Instead of hiking tomorrow (12/9/25) or next Tuesday (12/16/25), we’ll be meeting up to share a cup of something warm at The Coffee Spot in Simsbury, CT.
When: Tuesday, December 9, 11:30a-12:30p
Where: The Coffee Spot, Simsbury, CT
Who: Parents and Caregivers supporting the special needs community.
This meetup is led by Parent Advisor @kirsten_ferguson
Can’t make it this week? We hope to see you on 12/16, same time, same place.
RSVP: http://bit.ly/4qVi7YB
(checking Instagram and Facebook are great ways to stay up to date if there are last minute cancellations!)
Cost: With gratitude to our Foundation and donors, this event is FREE for ALL!
Event Leader, Parent Advisor: Kirsten Ferguson (kirsten@fergusonhome.net)
🧘 FREE for ALL- Summer Series Yoga for Every Body
$0.00
Series One:
Monday July 7th and Wednesday July 9th, 2025: from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Monday July 14th and Wednesday July 16th, 2025: from 7:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
Series Two:
Tuesday August 12th and Thursday August 14th, 2025: from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday August 19th and Thursday August 21st, 2025 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Please note times, alternating our sessions enables more participants to attend!
🌿 Location: First Church Glastonbury, on the lawn behind Micah House (inside church if raining!)- 2183 Main St, Glastonbury, CT 06033
📍 What to Bring: Yoga mat, blanket, block(s), straps—whatever supports your practice
💪 Fitness Level: Mild-Moderate (accessible for all bodies)
💰 Investment: FREE (Donor dollars at work!)
A perfect blend of self-care and connection
Yoga at The Farm: Supporting Children on the Autism Spectrum
$600.00
A unique six-week in-person workshop series for parents, caregivers, and educators, blending movement, community, and expert-led learning—all in the serene setting of Auerfarm.
🌿 Location: Auerfarm | 158 Auer Farm Road | Bloomfield, CT 06002
🕒 Format: Two-hour sessions | Alcohol-Free Event
Each session includes:
🧘 45-Minute "All Bodies" Yoga – Ground yourself with gentle movement (no goats, just nature!)
🤝 Village Builder Activity & Hearty Apps – Connect over delicious, farm-prepared appetizers
🎓 One-Hour Learning Workshop – Gain insights from expert presenters:
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Speech and Language Pathologist
- Clinicians
Details: DATES for this series are TBD stay tuned
📍 What to Bring: Yoga mat, blanket, block(s), straps—whatever supports your practice
💪 Fitness Level: Moderate (accessible for all bodies)
💰 Investment: $$
✨ Includes: Six guided yoga sessions, chef-prepared farm-fresh apps, and six expert-led workshops
A perfect blend of self-care, connection, and practical tools—because when caregivers feel supported, children thrive!
The Ultimate Weekend: The Mount Washington Valley
$1,200.00
🌲 Pack Your Bags, Mamas! 🌲
This female-only retreat is a perfect mix of indulgent self-care, deep connection, and personalized learning. Escape to Alpine Garden in the stunning Mount Washington Valley, NH, where you’ll find your village, recharge, and grow—inside and out!
📍 Location: Alpine Garden, Mount Washington Valley, NH
📍 Personalized Agenda: Workshops tailored to participant interests (survey completed before retreat)
📍 Retreat Highlights:
✔ Hiking & Outdoor Meditation 🏞
✔ Yoga & Mindfulness 🧘♀️
✔ Low-Level Outdoor Team Building 🤝
✔ Sauna & Saco River Plunge ❄️🔥
✔ Campfire Village Builders 🔥🌙
✔ (Optional add-on: Individual massage with a local LMT!) 💆♀️
✅ Three meals on Saturday + Sunday brunch
✅ Yoga, meditation, & ADVENTURE nature activities
✅ Workshops & interactive learning sessions
✅ Optional self-guided relaxation time
💡 Fitness Level: Minimal-Moderate
💡 Financial Level: $$$$
💡 Retreat Level: Glamping-Bougie ✨
Details: DATES for this series are TBD stay tuned
📩 Limited Spots Available—Join Us for the Ultimate Reset!