Our Mission
The goal of Haven Retreats is to create sustainability in foster care and adoption.
We believe that by supporting the caregivers, we are providing direct stability to the children in the home.
We offer therapeutic retreats and wrap- around care for the caregivers of foster and adoptive children.
“I believe that there is water in the desert - and it’s available for everybody. Haven is water in the desert for foster and adoptive caregivers.”
— Rebecca Harvin, Founder
Our Weekends
We currently offer a variety of weekend retreats for foster and adoptive families: moms, dads, couples, and biological children.
Each retreat will have licensed therapists for group and individual sessions, plenty of good food, and a schedule that allows participants the choice to partake in or opt out in favor of rest.
Our Beginnings
A year and a half into her journey as a foster mom, feeling overwhelmed by the struggles inside her home, and wanting to run away Rebecca Harvin was faced with a decision to make: quit foster care or figure out how to make it sustainable. She began to dream of a space where foster and adoptive parents could find true rest, receive therapy for their own triggers, spend time in quiet meditation, and eat really good food. The goal would be holistic rest: body, mind, and spirit. Dreams became a reality in the fall of 2019 when Haven hosted its first Mom’s Retreat. Since that time, Haven has hosted 28 more retreats, serving over 400 caregivers.
Our Board Of Directors
Shannon Robinson, President
Jeremy Kaneer, Treasurer
Olivia Smith, Secretary
Stacey Cales, LCSW, Director of Therapeutic Services
Mary Davis, Member at Large
Brad Harvin, Member at Large
Sue Riley, Member at Large
Jordan Whitmarsh, Member at Large
Contact Us
Phone
(904) 250- 0898
Email
havenretreatsinc@gmail.com
Office and Mailing Address
3721 San Jose Place, Suite 6
Jacksonville, Florida 32257
Meet the Team
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Courtney Studard
INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR + DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Courtney is a Jacksonville native. She graduated from University of North Florida with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Sports Medicine. She worked in her field for 11 years before needing a change of pace and found herself at Haven.
Courtney is married to David and they have two boys. When she's not working you can find her on the Appalachian Trail hiking with her family, surfing at the beach, or enjoying the many family activities that Springfield has to offer.
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Sara Buckley
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS + DEVELOPMENT
Sara joined the Haven team in August 2022 after spending several years at home with her children. With a background in Administration at various ministries and non-profits, Sara directs our retreat programming and oversees our various fundraising efforts, including grant making and our Oasis Gala.
She has two boys and one sweet dog. She has lived on 3 continents, but gladly calls Jacksonville home (again!!).
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Trina Middleton
FAMILY CARE ADVOCATE
Trina is a Jacksonville native and comes to Haven with over 25 years experience of working within the special needs community. Trina supports foster and adoptive families as they navigate the often overwhelming world of education and healthcare- helping caregivers make sense of evaluations, advocate for meaningful supports, and ensure their children are truly seen and understood.
She is married to Dave and has 5 children, 3 who joined her family through adoption.
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Dawn Krikke
FAMILY CARE COORDINATOR
Dawn hails from the Midwest and has been in the Jacksonville area for 4 years. She coordinates our family care services and is an ambassador for Haven in the community.
She has two adult sons and two daughters who joined her family through adoption.
