The Smile Again Lodge
Grief retreats for bereaved parents & families.
Deep in the Northwoods of Crosslake, Minnesota, sits the Smile Again Lodge, a grief center that provides retreats for bereaved parents and families. It is surrounded by the natural beauty of the forest with waterfront on Pickerel, a quiet, limited access lake. Our grief center is a private, comfortable space to grieve, reflect, and step away from the day-to-day pressures of life.
The lodge features two suites which can accommodate up to four individuals each. We invite you to utilize our grief center as a haven for reflection throughout the duration of your stay. The cost for families is $50 per night per suite used.
Amenities and benefits.
Group Time: Nobody should grieve alone. We offer this time everyday to listen, share, and journey together in our grief.
Breakfast served each morning
Peace Garden provides a beautiful setting for reflection
Lakefront with provided boat/kayak access
Playground and indoor play area for children
Wireless internet access (we encourage you to reduce screen time during your visit)
Stainless steel grill
Grief retreats for bereaved parents can provide time alone, time to connect with others who are grieving, and time to reconnect as a family. We hope that you will find space for that here. We look forward to connecting with you and would be honored to be a part of your grief journey.