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If a Retreat/Getaway says FILLED, please email or  call Lori O. to be put on a waiting list: lorio@indpendentlifestyles.org or call 320-281-2016

September 29 - October 1, 2023

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you!  We have been very successful with our legislative pursuits for funding. We WILL NOT be charging a registration fees for Veteran getaways for the next two years as we have secured funding from the MDVA. You may come up to two retreats per year!  We will now be allowed to get reimbursement for Spouses, children, and active-duty service members!

Because there’s not a registration fee, you will be required to submit your DD214 (Member 4) and Driver’s license or state ID.  If a spouse is attending and has a different last name, you will be required to show proof of marriage before you are considered “registered.”  Once you are committed to attending your retreat, there are limited spots for each one and if you do not show up, that is a Veteran’s spot that you have eliminated.

All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free. 

We need to receive your registration by Friday, August 25, 2023.

Printable Flyer & Registration Form

If a Retreat/Getaway says FILLED, please email or  call Lori O. to be put on a waiting list: lorio@indpendentlifestyles.org or call 320-281-2016

October 20-22, 2023

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you!  We have been very successful with our legislative pursuits for funding. We WILL NOT be charging a registration fees for Veteran getaways for the next two years as we have secured funding from the MDVA. You may come up to two retreats per year!  We will now be allowed to get reimbursement for Spouses, children, and active-duty service members!

Because there’s not a registration fee, you will be required to submit your DD214 (Member 4) and Driver’s license or state ID.  If a spouse is attending and has a different last name, you will be required to show proof of marriage before you are considered “registered.”  Once you are committed to attending your retreat, there are limited spots for each one and if you do not show up, that is a Veteran’s spot that you have eliminated.

You will be welcomed into the serene and supportive setting at Camp Bliss. Come and experience an amazing weekend of healing and relaxation.

You will feel like you’re miles away from the stress and strain of everyday life!  We will take time to enjoy the beauty of 48 acres of incredible pine and hardwood forest in a breathtaking north woods setting on three lakes!

All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free. 

If a Retreat/Getaway says FILLED, please email or  call Lori O. to be put on a waiting list: lorio@indpendentlifestyles.org or call 320-281-2016

We need to receive your registration by Friday, September 15, 2023.

Printable Flyer & Registration Form

November 3-5, 2023

Come and learn new ways to socialize, improve your skills, and learn how to take great care of yourself!  This retreat welcomes anyone with any type of disability. 

The total cost for the weekend is $75, if you bring your own PCA, there’s an additional charge of $50, and the PCA will need to register separately for this retreat.

This retreat includes: lodging, all meals, beverages, and class materials.

What to bring: weather appropriate clothing, medications, blanket, pillow, towels, personal water bottle and anything else you will need for the weekend. 

If you are currently a consumer of Independent Lifestyles, transportation to and from Camp Bliss is offered from our Sauk Rapids location for an additional charge of $20.  Otherwise you are responsible for your own transportation.

Cost is $75.00 per person for the weekend and includes lodging and meals.

We need to receive your registration by Friday, September 29, 2023.  Limit of 10 people.

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If a Retreat/Getaway says FILLED, please email or  call Lori O. to be put on a waiting list: lorio@indpendentlifestyles.org or call 320-281-2016

November 10-12, 2023

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you!  We have been very successful with our legislative pursuits for funding. We WILL NOT be charging a registration fees for Veteran getaways for the next two years as we have secured funding from the MDVA. You may come up to two retreats per year!  We will now be allowed to get reimbursement for Spouses, children, and active-duty service members!

Because there’s not a registration fee, you will be required to submit your DD214 (Member 4) and Driver’s license or state ID.  If a spouse is attending and has a different last name, you will be required to show proof of marriage before you are considered “registered.”  Once you are committed to attending your retreat, there are limited spots for each one and if you do not show up, that is a Veteran’s spot that you have eliminated.

All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free. 

Cost is $75.00 per person for the weekend and includes lodging and meals.

We need to receive your registration by Friday, October 6, 2023.

If a Retreat/Getaway says FILLED, please email or  call Lori O. to be put on a waiting list: lorio@indpendentlifestyles.org or call 320-281-2016

December 1-3, 2023

We appreciate the women who have served our country. Camp Bliss is excited to host our Female Veterans and Daughters Getaway! 

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you!  We have been very successful with our legislative pursuits for funding. We WILL NOT be charging a registration fees for Veteran getaways for the next two years as we have secured funding from the MDVA. You may come up to two retreats per year!  We will now be allowed to get reimbursement for Spouses, children, and active-duty service members!

Because there’s not a registration fee, you will be required to submit your DD214 (Member 4) and Driver’s license or state ID.  If a spouse is attending and has a different last name, you will be required to show proof of marriage before you are considered “registered.”  Once you are committed to attending your retreat, there are limited spots for each one and if you do not show up, that is a Veteran’s spot that you have eliminated.

Join us for a weekend of relaxation and connect with other female Veterans and daughters - ages 12+ and up. 

All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free. 

If a Retreat/Getaway says FILLED, please email or  call Lori O. to be put on a waiting list: lorio@indpendentlifestyles.org or call 320-281-2016

We need to receive your registration by Friday, October 27, 2023.

Printable Flyer & Registration Form