For its first-ever Fall Family Retreat, Inheritance of Hope hosted families from New York, Rhode Island, and Washington state at the Six Flags Great Escape Lodge and Indoor Waterpark near Lake George.  As a Six Flags Friend, Inheritance of Hope offered fun-filled and memory making activities in a setting of beautiful fall foliage.  The all-expenses-paid Family Retreat took place October 8-11.  The families enjoyed the indoor waterpark, Six Flags Great Escape theme park, a luncheon cruise on Lake George, creative activities for the kids, and a date night.  More importantly, they created lifelong memories, built friendships, and grew a community of support during the event.

All of the attending families had a great experience.  In their own words:

• "Inheritance of Hope has already given me the strength and hope to go on.  We know we are not alone." -- Amy Deforest, New York
  
• "Every volunteer was wonderful with our children." -- Heidi Simoes, Rhode Island
• "All the planning was top-notch . . . we felt spoiled and pampered.  I cannot think of one single thing that could have made this retreat any better.  What an absolute blessing this trip has been.  I felt something special happening between people . . . I anticipate forever friendships will continue to bloom." -- Melissa Ferris, Washington
  
• "Everyone has been wonderful!  You all made us feel a sense of peace and serenity.  Keep doing what you are doing so we know other families will benefit from this." -- Tim Deforest, New York