About Us

Who we are?

At Healing Hearts Getaways, we believe that healing takes time, compassion, and space to breathe. When someone experiences the loss of a loved one or goes through a season of deep grief, everyday life can feel overwhelming. Our mission is to provide a peaceful place where hearts can rest, reflect, and begin to heal.

Healing Hearts Getaway exists to relieve the emotional distress and grief experienced by bereaved families by creating spaces and meaningful opportunities for connection and healing after profound loss. It was created to give people the gift of time away—a chance to step out of daily responsibilities and into a nurturing environment designed for restoration. Through thoughtfully curated retreats and peaceful surroundings, we offer individuals the opportunity to reconnect with themselves, process their emotions, and find moments of calm during difficult times.

Our retreats are centered around comfort, reflection, and gentle support. Whether through quiet time in nature, mindfulness practices, journaling, or connecting with others who understand the journey of grief, each experience is designed to help participants move forward with renewed strength and hope.

We understand that every healing journey is unique. There is no timeline for grief, and there is no single path toward peace. That is why our goal is not to rush the process, but to create a safe and supportive space where healing can unfold naturally.

At Healing Hearts Getaways, you are never alone. We are here to remind you that even in the most difficult seasons, hope and healing are possible.

Meet the Team

Our team is united by compassion and a shared commitment to helping families find hope after loss.

JANAE THOMPSON

After the sudden loss of her husband, Grant Thompson, Janae founded Healing Hearts Getaways to help grieving families find hope through connection, rest, and shared experiences. As an entrepreneur, writer, and mother of four, she is passionate about creating spaces where healing can begin.

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KAELA WATKINS

Inspired by her own family's journey through grief, Kaela co-founded Healing Hearts Getaways to help families find hope through connection, compassion, and restorative experiences. She is passionate about building meaningful partnerships that expand the organization's mission and bring healing to more families.

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A Space to Breathe, Together

After loss, life can feel overwhelming. Responsibilities increase, emotions are heavy, and moments to pause are rare.

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  • We believe that:

    • Healing takes time and space

    • Families need connection more than ever after loss

    • Joy and grief can coexist

    • No family should have to navigate healing alone

  • Our retreats are designed to give your family:

    • Uninterrupted time together

    • A peaceful environment away from daily stress

    • Opportunities to rest, reflect, and reconnect

    • Space to create new, meaningful memories

  • Every Healing Hearts Getaway is fully covered, including:

    • Travel and accommodations

    • Meals and family-friendly experiences

    • Relaxation and reflection activities

    • A dedicated day for the parent to rest (spa + childcare included)

    • Stronger connection as a family

    • Moments of joy without guilt

    • Renewed emotional strength

    • Memories that become lasting sources of comfort

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