veteran and caregiver mindfulness day 2024
Relax.
Recharge.
Recharge.
This day is for you. An opportunity to experience different avenues of Mindfulness including: Forest Bathing, Yoga and the ancient art of Mala making.
Recharge.
Recharge.
Recharge.
You'll participate in as many activities as you'd like, with the opportunity to tour the grounds of Stenton, a three acre oasis, accompanied by The Colonial Dames of Philadelphia
Grow.
Recharge.
Grow.
Let nature help you open your heart and learn techniques that you can take home and incorporate into your daily life.
An Afternoon of meditation
The Details
Sunday May 19th, 2024
11am - 3pm (EST)
Location: Stenton, 4601 North 18th Street Philadelphia, PA 19140
Forest Bathing
Heroic Gardens will lead the group for two 30 minute guided mediations. Leave your phone behind and commune with those that the Native Americans called, "The Standing People."
Yoga for Veterans
Meghan's Foundation will lead two 30 minute trauma-sensitive yoga and meditation yoga sessions on the property.
Tour of Stenton Museum
Stenton will offer 2 (30 minute) free guided tours of the museum and property. Completed in 1730 as a country-seat, plantation house for James Logan - Secretary to William Penn; merchant, politician, justice, scientist, and scholar –
Stenton was home to six generations of the Logan family, as well as a diverse community of servants and enslaved Africans, including Dinah, who lived and labored at Stenton for over 50 years. Furnished with 18th- and 19th-century Logan family objects, and remaining in little-altered condition, a visit to Stenton offers an unparalleled experience of early Pennsylvania.
Please note: The house museum tour includes 2 flights of stairs up to the second floor, and another set to the third floor. The first floor is accessible with the use of a ramp.
Make your Own Mala
Join Jen Campbell, Owner of Spark and Vitality inside historic Stenton for this ancient practice of creating bracelets used in prayer, and Meditation. In this practice, one repeats a Mantra (sacred utterance), breath, or gratitude.
Refreshments
Will be provided.
thanks to the generosity of these sponsors.
about our mindfulness partners
Stenton
Meghan's Foundation
Meghan's Foundation
Stenton is one of the earliest, best-preserved, and most authentic historic houses in Philadelphia. Completed in 1730 as a country-seat, plantation house for James Logan - Secretary to William Penn; merchant, politician, justice, scientist, and scholar – Stenton was home to six generations of the Logan family, as well as a diverse communi
Stenton is one of the earliest, best-preserved, and most authentic historic houses in Philadelphia. Completed in 1730 as a country-seat, plantation house for James Logan - Secretary to William Penn; merchant, politician, justice, scientist, and scholar – Stenton was home to six generations of the Logan family, as well as a diverse community of servants and enslaved Africans, including Dinah, who lived and labored at Stenton for over 50 years. Furnished with 18th- and 19th-century Logan family objects, and remaining in little-altered condition, a visit to Stenton offers an unparalleled experience of early Pennsylvania.
The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania an organization of women that actively promotes an appreciation of America's national heritage through historic preservation, patriotic service, and educational projects. The NSCDA/PA has worked to “preserve and maintain Stenton as an historic object lesson” since 1899.
Meghan's Foundation
Meghan's Foundation
Meghan's Foundation
Meghan's Foundation provides trauma-informed yoga and meditation classes for Veterans, active-duty service members, and their spouses. Led by trauma-informed yoga instructors, our classes are provided at no cost to Veterans and focus on gentle stretching, breathing practices, and relaxation exercises within a safe community of fellow Vet
Meghan's Foundation provides trauma-informed yoga and meditation classes for Veterans, active-duty service members, and their spouses. Led by trauma-informed yoga instructors, our classes are provided at no cost to Veterans and focus on gentle stretching, breathing practices, and relaxation exercises within a safe community of fellow Veterans. Meghan’s Foundation has provided more than 2,500 classes to date in Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties of Pennsylvania through both in-person and online formats
Spark & Vitality
Meghan's Foundation
Spark & Vitality
Jen Campbell has been in the Personal training field for 30 years. In 2015, she took over Elkins Spark Fitness and made a commitment to the community to bring healthy approaches to overall wellness. Jen did this by introducing new fitness techniques, inviting experienced trainers and thought leaders to help ESP members meet and exceed the
Jen Campbell has been in the Personal training field for 30 years. In 2015, she took over Elkins Spark Fitness and made a commitment to the community to bring healthy approaches to overall wellness. Jen did this by introducing new fitness techniques, inviting experienced trainers and thought leaders to help ESP members meet and exceed their fitness goals.
In 2020, when the pandemic hit, it actually brought Jen an opportunity for pivot and reflection. Reopening in Spring of 2021 as Spark and Vitality, Jen and her team are thrilled to continue to bring total wellness services and more back to the Bucks County community.