The Kita Center
Young Adult Resilience Retreat
June 25-28, 2026
The Kita Center – Acton, Maine
We invite you to join us for our Young Adult Resilience Retreat Weekend at The Kita Center — a weekend designed to build community, foster resilience, and support healing after suicide loss.
Pre-registration allows you to get notified when the application opens.
Pricing
The all-inclusive rate for the weekend is $375 per person. Your registration fee includes:
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Three-nights of lodging on Loon Pond (Thursday-Sunday)
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Daily meals and snacks
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Full access to weekend restorative and professionally-led grief programming
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All necessary supplies for programming participation
Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, pending a completed application, intake interview, staff approval, and deposit.
We believe cost should never be a barrier to healing. If you would benefit from financial assistance, please email us at info@campkita.com. Scholarships or discounts may be available. A refundable deposit may still apply.
Transportation assistance is not offered.
Receive $50 off as an Early Bird! Early bird discounts are available until April 15, 2026.
Accommodations
All participants will be assigned to communal bunkhouses with twin-sized bunk beds with nearby bathroom facilities.
Registration & Application Process
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Start Your Application
Visit CampDocs.com to begin your application.
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Complete the Application
Applications are reviewed on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis once all sections are completed and a deposit is received.
Please note: Completing an application does not guarantee admission.
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Submit a Deposit
A deposit is required to tentatively reserve your spot. Deposits are only refundable if your application is not accepted by The Kita Center. As each application incurs administrative costs, deposits are non-refundable once review begins or if your plans change. To inquire about a deposit waiver, email info@campkita.com.
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Intake Call
You will receive a call from our application team to help mutually determine if the retreat is the right fit for your family at this time. We’ll provide more details, answer questions, and may request to speak with your family’s counselor (if applicable). Your help coordinating permission for this contact is appreciated.
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Final Confirmation
Once accepted, you’ll receive an official confirmation and next steps. Remaining balances can be paid via credit card, check, or cash during registration.
Why Isn’t This Program Free?
At The Kita Center, our mission is rooted in providing approachable programs for all who have been affected by suicide loss—and many of our programs, like Camp Kita, DavidCares, and the Family Respite Cabin, are offered completely free of charge to participants. These programs are made possible thanks to the generosity of donors, grant support, and community partners.
The Young Adult Resilience Retreat is designed to operate "at cost", which means your registration fee directly supports the actual expenses required to run the program—including lodging, meals, supplies, and professional facilitation. Our facilitators are highly trained specialists in the field of suicide loss and grief, ensuring your family receives safe, meaningful, and expert care throughout the weekend.
While not expected, any revenue from this retreat that exceeds estimated program costs will directly support our free programs—making healing possible for more families across Maine and beyond.
We are committed to keeping this program as affordable and inclusive as possible, and financial assistance is always available. Thank you for helping us build a sustainable path for healing for years to come for you and for others still waiting to find support.