Hi, i would like to know what would/could be the aditional costs for the TDI …as for lodging and meals fees. It seems like there’s no info about that at this point and it seems important to have an idea of the total cost of the program…
Thanks a lot…
Stéphane
I am not sure but there is extra fee for hotel and for meals. There was lodging fees and meal snacks tacked on to the 9 day intensive. The rooms are at the Residence inn in Shrewsbury. You can google and find out approximate costs. There is also transportation costs to and from airport. It adds up in additional expenses in addition to the course. Usually you do not find out if you get in until about 6 weeks before the class. Car rentals and flights are more expensive to this area by then due to nice weather still and students flying back to school. Logan in Boston is a nice airport to get in and out of. There are car rentals and a shuttle bus to Shrewsbury from there. Once folks find out they are in, there will be a fury for coordinating transportation if able, etc, so you will be able to collaborate hopefully. Best, Cawood from Virginia
Thanks Cawood, if i’m in i’ll be driving to Shrewsbury since i’m living in Québec (Canada) not too far from there…4 hours drive. Thanks a lot for your response…i really appreciate it ;)
stephane
You are welcome although not much info.
There was a large French Canadian contingency last year for the 9 day intensive. I enjoyed hanging with all of them, many from Quebec. I love Canadians and am glad we are neighbors.😊
Take care, Cawood
Hi all. I had to email Florence and about 2 weeks later, I received this reply:
Tuition for the TDI - $2640
Estimated hotel in Worcester MA - $1040 – (room-sharing available to reduce cost)
Estimated meals fee – $ 540
Travel - $
I hope this info aids in your planning.
Jacqueline Clark
Project Coordinator, Oasis Institute
I really don’t understand why this information is not readily accessible, at least as part of the application packet. I wrote back to ask if the “estimated hotel” is a specific hotel where participants will be housed or if that’s just an estimate based on local rates, and we make our own reservations. I also asked about meals–are they estimated based on shared meals or is this someone’s idea of what the average person might need to spend during the training? I have not received a response (over 3 weeks).
This is Jacqueline Clark’s email: Jacqueline.Clark@umassmed.edu, in case anyone wants to inquire further.
If I am accepted into the course I think I’ll try to find an Air B&B with others, so as to reduce expenses.
Hi Amy,
Thanks for the info.
I wanted to let you know that I have reserved a 2-bedroom apt in Shrewsbury through Airbnb for the TDI (hoping I’ll be accepted) for $975 or so. I am hoping to share it with another participant. .
What I didn’t realize was that the program is happening in Worcester; I thought it would be at the CFM campus in Shrewsbury. So, I’ll check to see if how far the apt is from where we’ll be meeting.
So, there still are specifics to be ironed out, but I wanted to let you know about this possibility.
Best,
Nancy
Hi to you both,
I just wanted to assure you that the TDI IS happening at the Shrewsbury campus. And last year, there were a number of participants who also went through Airbnb! Hope this helps.
Lynn Koerbel
Thanks so much for all of the information…just need to be accepted now ;)
have a nice day everyone !
Stephane
Thank you Amy for sharing this information. It is extremely helpful to budget and plan accordingly. It makes for a great experience. I appreciate you asking for this information and for Oasis to kindly answer. This will help all of us! I have already booked a hotel room but will start looking into AirBNB in Shrews! Hope to “be” there as well as you! Cawood
Thank you, Lynn. This is extremely helpful. Appreciate your affirmation for the meeting place. Getting excited about the possibility of being there. Lots of opportunities for teaching w/i the University of Virginia Setting. John Schorling and i have been teaching together. Very fun! Best, Cawood Fitzhugh
Hi Cawood,
I have found that with this organization one must make a bit of noise to
get the information one needs. I think the content of the program is
excellent but the administration is, in my experience, really awful.
I believe the program is happening in Wooster, not Shrewsbury, at least
that’s what one other person told me, after making rental arrangements in
Shrewsbury. So best to double-check. If I find out for sure I’ll let you
know.
I hope we meet up in August!
Warmly,
Amy
Hi All,
If you’re referring to the August TDI, Lynn Koerbel earlier wrote that the sessions will be held in Shrewsbury at the CFM campus.
I have reserved a two-bedroom apartment in Shrewsbury through airbnb, for $919 (total). If I am accepted into TDI, I will be looking for someone to share it with me. If I’m not accepted, I can pass the reservation along to two attendees.
Hope this helps,
Nancy
One of the UMASS teachers confirmed Shrewsbury for the class. Please read the cmf website, I believe it is there.
Yes, it is challenging as I suspect MBSR exploded much faster than the organization could keep up with. This all started in a basement and has travelled the world. Last year, I tried to write down helpful hints for traveling, etc to pass forward. It looks like there is some re-organization going on which I suspect will bring improvement. I, too have felt frustrated. All of your concerns and many others, are legitimate. I believe they are doing the best they can right now. So nice to have someone to share information with and I thank you!
Sincerely, Cawood
Hi Cawood and All,
Yes, your comments about the growth of MBSR and our efforts to improve our
adminstrative aspects are both true!
Here is the way our website currently lists the August TDI locaton:
August 24 - September 1 - Massachusetts
Hosted by The Center for Mindfulness in Medicine Health Care, and Society
Shrewsbury, MA
As you can see, the program is in Shrewsbury. And here is the link to that
webpage and much more info about the TDI:
It’s also true that the travel planning aspect seems to be something of a
challenge for folks. How great that you put together some tips on this,
Cawood. Can you post them here? We’ve begun to address the issue by
providing a room/ride share thread for each program so that those accepted
can coordinate and support one another, just as you are doing here.
Kind wishes,
Eowyn
Hi Eowyn, Thanks for posting an affirmation so others can see it is definitely in Shrewsbury!
My helps list was for the 9 day intensive, getting to and from Omega and to Shrewbury. We do not have this challenge here.
The main thing about that endeavor is that it is not simple nor easy for direct flight. Once that is accepted, it becomes enjoyable, creative and possibly collaborative.
Regarding TDI, Logan Airport in Boston is about 55 minutes from Shrewbury and there is the Boston Shuttle for rides to and from. Can have a limited number sign up but helps defray the cost. Can rent a car at Logan and drive to Shrewbury is about 55 minutes and nice drive.
http://www.rome2rio.com/s/Boston/Shrewsbury-MA-USA has different modes of transportation and prices. Logan is a big enough airport for the Internationals to fly into. NYC flying to Logan is about 1 hr.
http://www.gobostonshuttle.com. Hope this helps! ~ Cawood
Hi Nancy,
I will be attending the TDI in August and was wondering if you are still looking for a roommate?
thanks,
Hi Stephanie,
Congrats on your acceptance. I, too, got the word that I’ll be attending the August TDI.
Yesterday I got an inquiry from a fellow practicum alum who expressed interest in the apartment. She’s been waitlisted and so can’t make a full commitment at this time. I replied to her, asking when she expects to hear definitively about her status.
I will keep you posted as I learn about timelines, etc., which I hope will be soon. In the meantime you may want to tentatively book other accommodations.
Thanks for your interest. Either way I look forward to meeting you in August.
Warmly,
Nancy
Hi everyone!
I’ve been accepted to the September TDI session (should be from Sept. 16 until Sept. 23) and I need to take the course in August, due to another training planned at the same date: is there someone who has been accepted in August and would be ok to exchange with the September session?
Let me know!
Thanks
Sonia
sonia.pelisson@gmail.com