A TIME TO REFLECT
& REDEFINE YOUR AFTER-CANCER SELF
RRetreats offer the opportunity to reflect on the impact of cancer on your life, the difficulties and the potentials that exist as a result.
Our Revive Retreats series is Pink Lemonade Project’s original program. Each retreat is led by licensed oncology social workers to provide guidance and counseling in a relaxing, soothing atmosphere surrounded by nature and overlooking the beautiful Columbia Gorge. In 2025, we will offer two weekend retreats for those who have completed treatment or those living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). In addition, we will offer a one-day retreat specifically for our MBC community and a one- day retreat for our Latina support group members, which will be Spanish speaking only.
Our retreats are free, although guests for the weekend retreats will pay a $96 deposit to hold their space for the weekend. The deposit is refunded after the retreat. You can pay the deposit here.
As a retreat guest, you will be given time to consider the impact of cancer on your life and to reflect upon both the difficulties and the potentials that exist as a result. Experience renewal, shared journeying, and encouragement among people who understand what you’re going through because they are on the same road. At the end of the retreat, we hope you emerge with renewed perspectives, ready to jump back into your daily life.
Please read through the retreat descriptions carefully. Deposits are paid only after a confirmed reservation with Pink Lemonade Project staff and retreat facilitators. Only pay a deposit after being instructed by PLP staff. Applying for a retreat does not guarantee attendance. Pink Lemonade Project is not responsible for travel arrangements.
Note: Overnight camping in tents, RVs and trailers is not permitted at Menucha. In addition, RV’s and trailers are not permitted to park at the facility.
Revive Retreat reservations are prioritized for Oregon and Washington residents.
Please click on the retreat types below to find out more information and to register for a retreat.
Current Retreats
Breast cancer changes everything. Most people who have been through the experience describe two lives: life before cancer and life after or with breast cancer.
Even those who have finished treatment with a good prognosis are troubled with a number of thoughts: How can I stay healthy? Who am I now? What are my new or renewed priorities? How can I help my loved ones understand how I feel?
During our retreats, participants explore what it means to have a healthy mind, body and spirit in their new life. Each participant brings their own unique experience and perspective regardless of diagnosis.
The experience is designed to foster personal renewal, facilitate a shared journey with others and forge bonds of encouragement among people traveling the same road. Participants tell us they leave our retreats feeling inspired with a personal self-care plan and new friends for support along the way!
Note: Revive Retreats are designed for those who are out of treatment or those living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). Treatment includes surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. This does not include reconstruction surgery.
This retreat includes:
3-day, 2-night lodging in a rustic setting | Private room with ensuite bathroom for each guest
6 specialty meals | Professional retreat facilitators | Small Groups
Massage | Gentle exercise | Opportunities for rest and renewal | Journaling
Registration
This retreat is for women living with a metastatic, or stage four, breast cancer diagnosis.
Date:
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Location:
The Grotto
8840 NE Skidmore St.
Portland, OR 97220
Patients with metastatic breast cancer face a unique set of emotions and challenges along their breast cancer journey. Pink Lemonade Project will host a one-day retreat, located at the Grotto in Northeast Portland, for this special group of patients. Those living with MBC might feel misunderstood, ignored, and even isolated from other breast cancer patients and survivors so this custom retreat is designed with this in mind. Facilitated by oncology social workers, this PLP retreat encourages participants to benefit from guided discussions about issues specific to women with advanced breast cancer, including dealing with difficult feelings, talking with family, and managing stress. Women share stories with – and learn from – other women like themselves. This retreat will include additional activities, such as guided meditation and/or sound bathing.
Registration
Date:
Saturday, July 12th, 10am to 4pm
Location:
The Grotto
8840 NE Skidmore St.
Portland, OR 97220
Este retiro es para mujeres que participan en el grupo de apoyo-cáncer de mama español. Durante este retiro de un día ubicado en el Grotto en el noreste de Portland, las participantes exploraran lo que significa tener una mente, un cuerpo y un espíritu sano en su nueva vida después del cáncer. La experiencia está diseñada para promover la renovación personal, facilitar un viaje compartido con otras sobrevivientes y forjar vínculos de aliento entre personas que recorren el mismo camino. Este retiro incluirá actividades adicionales como meditación guiada y/o masajes. Nota: Los retiros están diseñados para quienes están fuera del tratamiento activo, incluida la quimioterapia y la radioterapia. Esto no incluye la cirugía de reconstrucción.
This retreat is for women participating in the Spanish speaking support group, Grupo de Apoyo. During this one-day retreat located at the Grotto in Northeast Portland, participants will explore what it means to have a healthy mind, body and spirit in their new post-cancer life. The experience is designed to foster personal renewal, facilitate a shared journey with other survivors, and forge bonds of encouragement among people traveling the same road. This retreat will include additional activities, such as guided meditation and/or massage. Note: Retreats are designed for those who are out of active treatment, including chemo and radiation therapy. This does not include reconstruction surgery.