Retreats and Workshops for People Living with HIV in DC

Young Poz Socials Memorial Day Campout, May 25-27: DC Young Poz Socials is an informal social group geared for Washington, D.C. area HIV-positive guys in their 20s and 30s. They are heading to Berkeley Springs West Virginia for some semi-rustic fun. Enjoy sleeping in tents, cooking on the open fire, and sitting around the campfire at night. For more information visit www.yngpozsocials.com.

Camp Safe Haven (ages 7-17), August: This free week-long summer residential camp serves is for young people who are who are infected or directly affected by HIV/AIDS. The camp takes place at the Mar-Lu Ridge Camp and Conference Center in Frederick County, MD. For more information visit www.lssnca.org/prod05.htm or call 202-723-3000 ext. 200.

Damien Ministries Retreat, August 27th to 30th: Discover the meaning of God and spirituality for yourself and within the HIV/AIDS Experience. For more information visit www.damienministries.org or call 202 526-3020.

Quality of Life Retreat, August 31st to September 3rd: Quality of Life Retreats are a connecting and coping experience for persons living with HIV/AIDS. It is a chance to get away, to get together, to interact and to learn the techniques and attitudes that are effective in dealing with the issues of long-term survival. The retreat will take place August 31st to September 3rd at the Mar-Lu Conference Center, on Catoctin Ridge in Frederick County, MD. For more information visit: www.qualityofliferetreatshiv.org.

Deepening Relationships Workshop with Frank Ostaseski, September 15-16: The intent of this unique program is to “develop self-awareness among participants, building our capacity and skills in deepening relationships with those we serve and with the Mystery of death. Specifically we will explore how the three innate qualities of Love. Joy and Compassion arise as an appropriate and supportive response to conditions surrounding the end of life.” For more information visit www.compassionatedc.org. This event is sponsored by Joseph's House.

Damien Ministries Retreat August 27-30

Damien Ministries will be hosting a retreat for people living with HIV/AIDS from August 27-30. They invite you to: "Discover the meaning of God and spirituality for yourself within the HIV/AIDS experience; focus on spiritual growth that encourages learning, healing, relaxation, and fun, surround yourself in a time, place, and commmunity of grace and care."

More information is available on the Damien Ministries Website. The application deadline is August 15th.

Damien Ministries Retreat: February 12-15

Damien Ministries will be hosting a retreat for people living with HIV/AIDS from February 12th to 15th. They invite you to: "Discover the meaning of God and spirituality for yourself within the HIV/AIDS experience; focus on spiritual growth that encourages learning, healing, relaxation, and fun, surround yourself in a time, place, and commmunity of grace and care."

More information is available on the Damien Ministries Website. The application deadline is January 29th.

Sometimes I Cry

Atlas Performing Arts Center, Lang Theater, 1333 H Street NE. Written and performed by Sheryl Lee Ralph, this production presents a wonderful opportunity to educate the public, especially young African-American women, about taking stock of their lives and moving forward in a healthy way in the face of HIV/AIDS. Proceeds will be donated to Us Helping Us and Damien Ministries; matinee price is $35, evening performance $55, includes VIP reception, meet and greet with Ms. Ralph. For more info, contact DC Black Pride.