Our mission is to support our community through programs that inspire personal growth, healing, & well-being.
The Bay Center is a 501c-3 nonprofit organization.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Aging as a Spiritual Journey
Aging is a new frontier for many of us fraught with confusion, uncertainty, anxiety, and loss. But it can also be a time of great awakening, and empowerment. Join us for a half day retreat to dive into the topic of Aging as a Spiritual Journey.
Saturday, May 18, 2024 // 9:00am - 1:00pm
chip off the old block
Understanding Type and Temperament in Children
Understanding the type and temperament of the children you engage with, as well as your own, can be critical in forming positive and productive relationships that bring joy and growth to all involved.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 // 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Loss from Suicide Grief Series
March 14 - May 30 on Thursdays at 1:00pm at Kilmarnock United Methodist Church
Pledge to End Racism
The Pledge to End Racism is a training program started by the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Richmond, based on the Birmingham Pledge. The program consists of weekly two-hour sessions. They will be held at the UUFR in White Stone each Tuesday evening, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, April 2 through May 7.
Grief Support
Our Grief Support programs offer support, understanding, and acceptance through the grieving process. The next sessions begin in April.
Grief Support Groups
Led by trained facilitators, these ongoing programs provide support during grieving. Participants learn about the grieving process and develop strategies for coping to begin to integrate this change in their lives.
“I’ve been looking for a place like this my whole life. The Bay Center is an incredible blessing to our community.”
Caregiver Support
The Bay Center is committed to supporting local caregivers. Learn more about our current Caregiver Support initiatives.
“The Bay Center has introduced me to new ideas and, most importantly, new friends.”
Loved Ones Remembered
In an effort to remember loved ones who have passed, we gather together and honor their memory by reading their names and sharing a moment in time together.
Mark your calendar to attend on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 5:30 pm, Kilmarnock Town Park.
“As far as we can discern, the sole purpose of human existence is to kindle a light in the darkness of mere being.” - Carl Jung
The Pledge to End Racism
Education and discussion on addressing racism- participants learn together and challenge one another. Moving from education to action, participants then commit to spread racial justice throughout our community. The next workshop will be Spring, 2024.
““How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” - Winnie the Pooh
Helpers & Healers
An annual networking event for those who provide healthcare, psychological, clerical, spiritual, and complementary services in the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula.
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