Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

If your questions are not answered here, please contact us at info@faithslodge.org or 612.825.2073

• Do we have to participate in all activities?

  No. Guests can participate in as much or as little as they like. We have a schedule of various activities available for our guests to partake in, but nothing is required while staying at Faith’s Lodge.

• What if we can't afford to stay at Faith's Lodge?

  We never turn anyone away for financial reasons. We have scholarships available for those who need it. During your reservation process please select the scholarship assistance option.

• Are meals provided?

  We provide most meals (served family style) during our programming as well as a continental breakfast each morning. Breakfast generally consists of toast, english muffins or bagels, cereal, frozen waffles, fresh fruit, milk and juice.

   

  If you have dietary needs, please plan on bringing food to accommodate your needs. We have refrigerators and freezers in our kitchen for our guests to store their food. Each guest suite has its own personal refrigerator as well.

   

  For meals not provided, the kitchen will always be available for our guests to prepare their own food. Guests are welcome to use items in our stocked pantry (non-perishable food items).

   

   

  The local grocery store is 3 miles from Faith’s Lodge. Our kitchen is equipped with pans, cooking utensils, and silverware for our guests to use and prepare their own meals.Guests are more than welcome to go into town and dine out at a local restaurant as well.

• Can we bring our own snacks & beverage?

  Absolutely. Guests are more than welcome and encouraged to bring their own snacks and beverages (alcoholic & non-alcholic) during their stay. Each guest suite has its own personal refrigerator to store smaller food & drink items.

• Are pets allowed?

  No. Only service dogs are allowed at Faith’s Lodge. Please inform us prior to your stay if you are bringing your service dog.

• Do we have to stay the entire time?

  No. If a guest is unable to check-in to Faith’s Lodge on their designated start date, we ask that our guests inform our Lodge Manager when they plan to arrive.

   

  If a guest needs or wants to check-out early, we ask that they inform our Lodge Manager prior to or during their stay.

• Do you have a waiting list for booked weekends?

  Yes.

  If your preferred weekend if full, please fill out our waiting list reservation form below with your preferred dates:

  • Waiting List Reservation form for Bereaved Parents
  • Waiting List Reservation form for Bereaved Families
  • Waiting List Reservation form for Families with Medically Complex Child
• What type of counseling do you provide?

  We have a certified grief specialist on site who facilitates a group discussion for our guests.

• Are we able to contact you to determine if Faith's Lodge is a good fit?

  Yes. Guests are more than welcome to reach out to us to learn more and understand if Faith’s Lodge is a good fit for them. Contact us at info@faithslodge.org or 612.825.2073

• Is Faith's Lodge a religious based organization?

  No. Faith’s Lodge welcomes any and all religious and cultural affiliations. Our organization is named after a girl, Faith Ann, who passed away.

• Do we have to be referred to Faith's Lodge?

  No. A referral is not required.

• What activities do you offer?

  – Group therapeutic projects

  – Heartstone painting & placement at Sophia’s Bridge of Hope

  – Facilitated Group Discussion with a certified grief specialist

  – Mindfulness (Bereaved Parent’s weekends only)

  – Yoga

  – Chair massage (Bereaved Parent’s weekends only)

  – Separate therapeutic activities for dads & moms

  – Bonfire & S’mores

  – Exploring the peaceful north woods setting