Healing Over Tea – Impact Report

EVENT OVERVIEW
Lydia’s Nest brought together 20 women for Healing Over Tea, a community conversation focused on domestic violence awareness, breast cancer awareness, women’s health, and the importance of support and healing. The gathering created an inviting setting for education, reflection, connection, and encouragement.

EVENT DETAILS
Date: Friday, October 9, 2026 | Location: Lydia’s Nest, 114 E. Broadway Street, Johnsonville, SC
Presented by: Frances Bardon Foundation | Hosted by: Pee Dee Coalition

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
– Welcome and opening remarks by Dr. Barbara Black
– Icebreaker, fellowship, and tea preparation
– “How Tea Heals” presented by Shawntell Anderson
– Educational conversations featuring Danielle Emmen and Sheena Generett
– Interactive activity and closing reflections

COMMUNITY IMPACT
The event reached 20 women through a shared experience designed to increase awareness, encourage open dialogue, and reinforce the value of community support. By addressing domestic violence and breast cancer awareness together, the program connected personal safety, emotional well-being, and preventive health education in one conversation.

WHY THIS MATTERS
Women benefit from opportunities to discuss difficult issues without judgment and to learn about the importance of seeking support, recognizing warning signs, and taking an active role in their health. Healing Over Tea supported Lydia’s Nest’s commitment to education, social services, and stronger communities.