CREATIVE RENEWAL CENTER *
CREATIVE RENEWAL CENTER *
Creative Renewal Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing a creative safe haven free of charge to cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and bereaved. Through guided creative mindfulness workshops and immersive retreats, we offer uniquely curated creative toolboxes for processing grief and trauma through mediums grounded in art and mindfulness.
WORKSHOPS & RETREATS
Creative Mindfulness Workshops:
Free for cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and bereaved, we offer half-day and full-day creative mindfulness workshops available both in person and online. Activities include:
Meditation: Guided Imagery, Sound Baths, Body Scans
Creative Writing: Intuitive Journaling, Short Story Prompts, Poetry Sessions
Visual Storytelling: Collaging, Sketching, Painting, Photography, Ceramics
Movement: Yoga, Qi Gong, Reiki, Tai Chi, Dance
Grounding in Nature: Gardening, Sauntering, Foraging, Terrariums, Botanical Care
Aromatherapy & Aesthetics: Herbalism, Makeup & Skincare Sessions, Salve Making
Sensory Mindfulness: Activities Exploring Individual Senses
Trust-Building Exercises: Talk Sessions, Trust Walks, Communication Strengthening
Connection: Social Games, Group Projects, Skill Sharing
Comedy & Open Mic: Stand-Up, Sketch Comedy, Personal Writing, Acoustic Sounds
Immersive Multi-Day Retreats:
Multi-day immersive creative grounding experiences that include the activities above plus:
Lodging
Chef-prepared meals
Group and solo art sessions
Nature walks and sauntering
Campfires, open mics, and deep rest
Mindfulness exercises and explorations
Immersive bonding activities
Collaborative Workshops:
We partner directly with cancer centers, nonprofits, hospitals, and support groups to bring creative healing to existing communities. These workshops are tailored for the unique needs of each group and offered free of charge to participants.
Pop-Up Events & Collaborations:
We bring creative healing and mindfulness sessions to you! Including but not limited to:
Hospitals & infusion centers
Support groups & clinics
Creative festivals & community spaces
Custom offerings - Let’s co-create something beautiful for your cancer organization!
What to Expect:
Our sessions are built to meet all energy levels, accessibility needs, and emotional states. Come as you are.
Stay in touch. Support the vision.
Creative Renewal Center is a public charity 501(c)(3) serving as a sanctuary for creativity, connection, & healing.
Our programming is free-of-charge to cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and bereaved to support our mission of providing accessible coping tools for trauma and grief.
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Inquiries:
danielle@creativerenewalcenter.org
(818) 321-3890