RESPITE & SELF-CARE

Nature Walks for Caregivers

Take some time out for yourself and enjoy nature with us.

In a Nutshell

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First and Third Saturdays (weather permitting)

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Only 10 Slots Available (First come, first served)

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Short questionnaire to participate

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Walks will last 45 minutes with a little stretching and friendly bobbing before and after.

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Snacks provided, but bring your own water (and bottle)

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Special group activity upon completion

What this is all about

We all know how good it is to exercise, but did you know that research shows that spending time in the forest is beneficial for you?

Countless studies have shown that being in nature can:

lower blood pressure and stress hormone levels
reduce nervous system arousal
enhance immune system function
increase self-esteem
reduce anxiety, and
improve mood.

(Want to know more? Visit this link: https://e360.yale.edu/features/ecopsychology-how-immersion-in-nature-benefits-your-health)

We’re going to test that hypothesis and find out for ourselves while exploring all the beauty the Kansas City area has to offer us.

Scroll down to view our schedule and find out what the group reward for completing this series of walks will be!

After you sign up

Here’s what you can expect:

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We'll reach out to you.

We’ll confirm your interest and then send you a short survey.

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We'll send you the details about each walk in advance.

No surprises here! We want everyone to feel comfortable.

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You must attend 50% of our walks to get our special group activity.

At the end of our walks, we’ll all go to Powell Gardens.

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We'll ask you some more questions at the end.

To measure how spending time in nature helped us, we’ll ask you a few more questions. In exchange, you’ll receive an admission to go with us to Powell Gardens when our walks are finished.

Schedule

Nature Walks for Caregivers will start in the spring. If you’re interested, subscribe to our newsletter and we’ll let you know when we’re accepting signups.

Are you in?

Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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