About

Our mission

is to offer community classes and programs that contribute to the well-being of the body, mind, and spirit of our neighbors.

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Our vision

is for Battle Creek to be a community that is empowered to train their minds, to support their bodies, and to be free of barriers that limit quality of life.

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We intend

to live our mission and vision through collaborative relationships with local organizations aligning with community determined goals.

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We emphasize

no cost, donation-based, and reduced-price services funded by donations and grants available in the Battle Creek, MI community and beyond.

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Our staff

includes licensed clinical social workers with extensive experience working with individuals and communities impacted by health and mental health conditions, addiction, and violence. Certified yoga instructors including Trauma-Informed Yoga and Certified meditation instructors with decades of combined experience.

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Our ROOTS

Karma House Community Wellness Center is wholly owned by SokukoJi Buddhist Community, and was created to provide non-religious health, wellness and outreach services to the Battle Creek community.

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We support

the development of future yoga teachers, clinical social workers, and community advocates through mentoring, collaboration, and training. We also serve as a university field placement site for masters level social work students.

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Our approach to yoga and meditation

is a comprehensive approach to the body and mind connection through movement, breath and awareness that is accessible to all practitioners physically, emotionally, and financially.

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In the future we intend to offer

- Trauma-Informed Yoga

- Figure Drawing and Art

- Dancing Mindfulness

- Community Partnership Series-Based Programs

- Adult and Youth Counseling Services

- Clinical Mental Health Groups

- Professional Development Continuing Education (CEUs)

- MSW Field Placement Internships

- Youth Employment

- Wellness Workshops and Training Events