The Monastery – Proud to have supported Cantabrians

The Monastery – Proud to have supported more than 700 Cantabrians

The Monastery, a Waikato based wellness centre, has closed this week. More than 700 people directly affected by the Christchurch earthquakes have benefitted from a free stay at The Monastery since May 2011.

“We are incredibly proud of our contribution and the difference our very dedicated team at The Monastery have made to the people of Christchurch,” said Jacqui Graham, joint chief executive of The Monastery’s parent organisation, the Wise Group.

“We are deeply grateful to the staff, who provided an extraordinary service during the last four years, to individuals who donated and to local and nationwide businesses who have supported The Monastery.”

Senior clinical psychologist Terri Donovan said The Monastery was the “lifeline needed for many Cantabrians to keep going”.

“It enabled them to increase their tolerance around uncertainty, to recover some energy and optimism.”

Guests have said:
• “I arrived emotionally, physically and spiritually depleted. The Monastery restored my hope. A life changing experience I will not forget.” Guest, May 2014

• “I feel refreshed, stronger and more able to face the world. It’s not until you experience this that you are able to see how far out of sync your life has become.” Guest, May 2014

• “Your therapy/workshops have really been a tonic… I have more energy to work and look after myself and others. Thanks for providing such a healing experience that will bring much goodness to many lives – indirectly and indirectly.” Guest, May 2014

• “You’ve enabled me to hope for a better future by thinking of the opportunities and experiences that are to come.” Guest, March 2014

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