Community & Outreach
Community care is essential care. At BBHW, our Community & Outreach work grows from a deep commitment to showing up for individuals and families with compassion, integrity, and respect.
This space is dedicated to sharing programs, groups, and collective offerings we bring to the community—many of which are free or low-cost. These offerings are thoughtfully created to help fill gaps in care, foster meaningful connection, and offer supportive spaces through all stages of life, including grief and loss, pregnancy, postpartum, wilderness education and holistic wellbeing.
Our outreach is guided by professionalism, lived experience, and a belief that care is most impactful when it is relational and community-centered. For those joining us as volunteers or collaborators, this page offers insight into the community spaces you may help support, hold, or sustain through presence, care, and connection.
Below you will find our current and upcoming community offerings, reflecting our ongoing commitment to accessible, relationship-centered care.
Holistic Elements Collective
The Village Nest: Virtual Gatherings
The Village Nest: Virtual Gatherings
The Holistic Elements Collective is an in-depth, four-phase certificate program designed for individuals who are passionate about holistic wellness, personal development, and community-centered care. Starting Winter 2026, each phase spans six months, featuring monthly online classes that integrate evidence-informed education, interactive discussions, and practical exercises to cultivate skills in holistic care.
Each phase culminates in an in-person skills workshop, providing hands-on training to reinforce learning and ensure participants gain confidence in applying techniques in real-world settings. Participants earn a certificate upon completion of each phase, building a structured pathway toward professional certification while deepening their knowledge of mind-body wellness, community engagement, and holistic health practices.
This program is ideal for those seeking both professional growth and personal enrichment, offering a thoughtful balance of theory, practical skills, and mentorship. Graduates leave equipped with both traditional knowledge and the confidence to integrate holistic practices into their work or daily life.
Location: Online monthly sessions with in-person skills workshops in Maine & New England.
Start Date: Winter 2026
Cost: $3,200 for the full program or $800 per phase - Scholarships Available
Who it’s for: Anyone committed to developing professional and personal expertise in holistic wellness, community care, and integrative practices
The Village Nest: Virtual Gatherings
The Village Nest: Virtual Gatherings
The Village Nest: Virtual Gatherings
The Village Nest is a free monthly virtual gathering beginning Fall 2026, specifically designed for women navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and broader aspects of women’s health. These gatherings provide a professional, educational, and supportive space where participants can explore holistic approaches to reproductive health, maternal wellness, and family care.
Sessions combine evidence-informed education with facilitated discussion, covering topics such as prenatal preparation, postpartum recovery, emotional wellbeing, hormonal and cycle health, infant care, and family transitions. Participants gain both knowledge and practical guidance, while connecting with a community of women experiencing similar life stages.
This program is ideal for women seeking to enhance their understanding of holistic health, share experiences, and receive guidance in a supportive, professional environment. Participants leave with practical strategies, community connections, and a deeper sense of empowerment in their wellness journey.
Location: Virtual
Start Date: Fall 2026
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Free
Who it’s for: Women seeking professional education, community support, and practical guidance on pregnancy, postpartum, and women’s holistic health
In-Between the Veil
In-Between the Veil
In-Between the Veil
In Between the Veil is a supportive, structured group for individuals navigating grief, loss, and bereavement, beginning Winter 2026. These monthly gatherings provide a safe, professional, and compassionate environment where participants can process grief, share experiences, and gain insight into healthy coping strategies.
Sessions combine facilitated discussion, practical tools, and resources drawn from grief education and holistic support practices. Participants learn evidence-informed methods for navigating loss, while also having space to explore emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions of grief. This creates a community of understanding and shared experience, fostering resilience and connection during a challenging life transition.
Location: Virtual/In-Person
Start Date: Winter 2026
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Donation
Who it’s for: Anyone seeking structured support, education, and community after the loss of a loved one
Wellness in Motion
In-Between the Veil
In-Between the Veil
Wellness in Motion is a community-focused movement program launching Fall 2026, designed for individuals and families across all ages and abilities. Sessions provide guided exercises that enhance strength, balance, flexibility, and overall physical wellness, while fostering mindfulness and body awareness.
Classes emphasize holistic wellness principles, integrating functional movement, gentle strength building, and mindful practices suitable for older adults, children, parents, and caregivers. Participants experience both the physical benefits of movement and the emotional uplift of shared community engagement, creating a sustainable approach to health that extends beyond the class.
Location: In-person around Maine
Start Date: Fall 2026
Frequency: Weekly or biweekly
Cost: Low-cost / donation
Who it’s for: Community members seeking accessible, inclusive movement programs that promote health, wellbeing, and connection