In partnership with CASA of the Ninth
Beyul 2026: Care for the Caregivers Retreat
Together with CASA of the Ninth, we gathered caregivers at Beyul Retreat Center to rest, rejuvenate, and be seen and celebrated.
45
total attendees
30
caregivers gathered
20
scholarships awarded
4
days in the wilderness
100%
would recommend
The Recap
Arrival & The Lonely Parrots
An intimate listening concert welcomed attendees into the sacred container.
Movement & Stillness
Daily yoga, meditation, and sound healing were on the menu.
Into the Trees
Dr. Miles Reid's outdoor session; connecting with nature and the wisdom of the trees.
Finding Our Voices
Suzanne's sound healing sessions; attendees called this out as a highlight.
Foot Mapping, Ritual & Release
Ceremony was woven throughout the retreat.
The Last Dinner & Dance Party
We shared a table in the aspen grove followed by dancing to music mixed by DJ John Felix.
Closing Ceremony
Heartfelt, rested, nourished.
"I deserve to be taken care of."
Lindsay Lofaro
"Self care is not optional."
Cristina Gair
"I am capable of caregiving if I care for myself."
Alysa Dudrey
"Love and be loved."
Retreat Attendee
Watch: Suzanne Sterling
"When we come together in community — when we dance, move, breathe together — it creates something greater than the sum of its parts, and it heals us from the inside out."
Suzanne Sterling led the sound healing sessions at Beyul — the offering attendees named most often as a highlight.
More on YouTube →In Their Words
"I bought my ticket thinking it would be a nice break. I had no idea it would fundamentally change how I show up in the world. If you're on the fence about attending at market rate, trust me: the investment in yourself pays dividends in every relationship you have. Lead With Love isn't just a retreat, it's a movement toward becoming our best selves."
Sarah Carlson · market-rate attendee
"This retreat was something I didn't even know how much I needed until we got started on the heart-centered work. I am so grateful to have received a scholarship for a truly nurturing and transformational event that will improve my leadership skills as a nonprofit leader."
Lindsay Lofaro
"As a scholarship recipient, this retreat was truly a gift. I am already sharing the practical skills I learned with my fellow caregivers. Burnout is real in our line of work and I'm convinced this retreat has fostered more resilient and loving caregivers in our community for years to come."
Jenny Wherry, Alpine Legal Services
"This retreat changed my life. It helped bring beauty back into my life. I am so grateful and thankful to have received a scholarship. This opportunity has given me the strength and motivation to continue doing my work."
Michelle Reese
"As a CASA advocate I will be leading with love. This retreat has recharged my being so that I can be the support needed for my family and community."
Marilyn Cupples
"I was nominated to attend without any knowledge of this prior to getting the scholarship. What an unbelievable gift it was. You don't need any yoga background to attend and participate. The staff met you exactly where you were."
Hillary Johnson
"This generous scholarship allowed a small nonprofit to send their leader to experience important care. Rarely do we see such generosity and encouragement from those we serve, and this flips the switch to help those organizations care for their volunteers and staff."
Wendy Huber
"Receiving a scholarship was affirming, and it provided space for fellowship, introspection, fun, and a calming of the nervous system. It has set the stage for taking better care of me first so I can help others."
Cristina Gair
"It was inspiring to watch how everyone let their guard down, got in their bodies and supported each other through the week. Very grateful that caretakers are being taken care of with these kinds of opportunities."
Michael Martinez, The Lonely Parrots
Photography by John Felix Shaw
Help Us Care For More Caregivers
Twenty of the thirty caregivers at Beyul came on full scholarship, funded entirely by donors. A $5,000 gift sends one caregiver on a weeklong retreat; $500 sends one to a day retreat in the Aspen Valley.
In partnership with CASA of the Ninth. Interested in bringing C4C to your district? Learn more →