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Day 1
Arrival & Welcome
Soft landing and first connections
Morning
Arrival, welcome & introductions
Afternoon
Group processing
Evening
Rest / host family time
The Day After · A week together
The Day After
Community Journey Schedule
A 9-month process including an opening workshop, closing workshop, and follow-up, along with individual treatments.
The following schedule is for the main workshop.
A shared week of processing, connection, hosting & community.
A note to the community
Proven Schedule Framework Based on Our Experience.
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The overall schedule framework is pre-designed. Highlighted sections indicate the areas where community input, coordination, and programming are needed.
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Day 2
Opening & Orientation
Setting intentions and meeting the land
Morning
Group processing session
Afternoon
Sports activity / regulation walk
Evening
Communal dinner / BBQ — host families and veterans
3
Day 3
Deepening Process
Going inward with steady support
Morning
Group processing session
Afternoon
Sports activity / regulation walk
Evening
Cultural event / NBA / theater / musical / Rodeo
4
Day 4
Connection & Growth
From inner work to shared experience
Morning
Group processing session
Afternoon
Activity with youth / community TBD
Evening
Group-only evening / bowling / informal time / campfire
5
Day 5
Integration & Meaning
Creating insights for the road ahead
Morning
Group processing session
Afternoon
Nature activity / lake tour
Evening
Group-only evening / darts / informal time
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Day 6
Friday — Reflection & Rest
Connecting the community to insights from the process
Morning
Group processing session
Afternoon
Preparation for Shabbat / rest
Evening
Shabbat evening / community gathering
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Day 7
Shabbat & Celebration
Rest, song, and the warmth of community
Morning
Optional synagogue services
Afternoon
Rest / informal hosting
Evening
Social gathering / BBQ / dance club
8
Day 8
Closing & Departure
Gathering experiences in a shared process and farewells
Morning
Closing circle
Afternoon
Departure preparation
Evening
Departure to airport
Group Meeting Space
A dedicated room for daily group sessions, suitable for a 25-person circle, with nearby restrooms and refreshments available throughout the day.
Host Family Breakfast
Creates routine, warmth, and informal connection through everyday family life.
Lunch
A nutritious lunch is served at the center where the group sessions take place. On days with a BBQ or meat dinner, a meat lunch at noon is not required.
Dinner
Packed Dinner and Drinks for the Evening Activity or Host Family Dinner.
Transportation
Includes drop-off, pick-up, and movement between program locations when needed.
Communal BBQ / Activity
A chance to create connection, bonding, laughter, and shared experience with local people.
Shabbat Morning + Lunch / Friday Evening + Dinner
Signature Event for the Wider Community.
Youth Activity
A joint gathering with local youth, including a school visit and a soccer or basketball game.
Cultural Activity & Team Free Evening
Days with a heavier clinical load, when a lighter evening focused on relaxation and team bonding may be beneficial to help participants decompress and recharge.
Community Organization
For all activities, even when the group goes independently, the community is responsible for organizing them.