As a lifelong caregiver, I’ve watched families hold a thousand practical details in their heads — insurance numbers, medication schedules, estate papers — while the things that matter most got left unsaid. The weight of unspoken wishes and scattered paperwork doesn’t make love stronger; it makes good endings harder. That’s why I created a retreat built around The Family Love Letter: a simple, dignified tool that helps you organize what matters and say what matters most.
If you’ve been carrying information and intentions for your family — or you want to spare them the burden of guessing — this retreat is for you. It’s a quiet, guided weekend to gather the documents, translate your wishes into clear next steps, and create a Family Love Letter your people can actually use.
Why this matters now
Caregiving and family life accumulate complexity. When crises happen, families don’t have time to hunt for passwords, policies, or the answers to “what would Mom want?” The emotional toll of uncertainty compounds the grief and the logistics. A Family Love Letter isn’t about morbid planning — it’s a practical, compassionate act of care that reduces friction, preserves dignity, and opens honest conversations.
What the Family Love Letter does (in plain language)
The Family Love Letter is a guided template and process that helps you gather practical details (insurance, legal, financial, healthcare contacts) and pair them with personal guidance — values, wishes, and notes to the people you love. Think of it as two parts in one:
- The Organizer — the nuts-and-bolts: where to find key documents, how to access accounts, medical information your family needs in a pinch.
- The Message — the heart: a short, clear letter that tells your loved ones what you value, what you want them to know, and how you hope decisions will be made.
What to expect at the retreat
This isn’t a lecture. It’s hands-on, small-group work and personal coaching. At the retreat you will:
- Work through the Family Love Letter template step-by-step with guided prompts.
- Spend focused time gathering and organizing important documents and account information.
- Draft the personal message you want your family to read — and practice how to share it.
- Get support on difficult conversations: how to invite family into planning, set boundaries, and name a point person.
- Leave with a completed or near-completed Family Love Letter and a practical next-step plan so your work is ready to use.
- Connect with a small group of people doing the same intentional work — for mutual encouragement and community.
Who this retreat is for
- Caregivers who want to lighten the logistical load on their family.
- Adults who want to leave a clear, loving blueprint for their loved ones.
- Families who want to practice having important conversations in a safe, supported way.
- Anyone who values dignity, clarity, and practical preparation — regardless of age or health status.
What you’ll walk away with
- A finished (or nearly finished) Family Love Letter tailored to your family and values.
- A folder or digital system with the key documents and access instructions your loved ones will need.
- Conversation scripts and coaching so you can share your letter with confidence.
- A 30/60-day checklist to keep your plan current.
- The relief of knowing your people won’t be left guessing.
A note about sensitivity and support
We treat this work with compassion and discretion. These sessions are emotionally rich and sometimes tender. You’ll be invited to do as much or as little personal sharing as feels safe. If legal or medical issues are complex, we’ll point you to trusted professionals — this retreat is practical and pastoral, not legal or medical advice.
Register & learn more
If you’re ready to create clarity and care for your family, please join us. Space is intentionally limited so attendees get hands-on help and privacy. Click here to see details and save your spot:
Register for The Family Love Letter Retreat →
https://www.theperpetualcaregiver.com/shop-now#!/THE-FAMILY-LOVE-LETTER-RETREAT/p/816749252
You can also learn more about the Family Love Letter tool itself at: www.familyloveletter.com.
A final word
Organizing your life for the people you love is an act of service — and of freedom. The Family Love Letter Retreat is a kind, practical space to turn worry into clarity and love into a letter that works. I’d be honored to help you leave a gift of calm for your family.
With care,
Shelly Grimm
Founder, The Perpetual Caregiver Collective
