Roots & Values

Our roots and values

With an enduring focus on care, creating positive change and giving back from our

success, you’re in safe hands.

For more than 30 years, the founder of Ayuda Retreats has worked to build a better world for those keen to

experience the full extraordinary power of effective change.


First as the leader of a change management and coaching consultancy, before setting up a foundation to help socially excluded individuals and later building Ayuda Group Ltd (first established in 1992), Melinda’s focus has always been on helping others.


Every detail, down to the choice of our name – ayuda is the Spanish word for help – has been refined to reflect our passion for improving lived experiences.


Today, Ayuda Retreats has one simple goal: to provide as many people as possible with a place for healing,
reflection and change.


Reserve your retreat today and find your path back to divine energy, love, peace, joy and wellbeing.

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A special help for those most in need

In certain circumstances, we offer free-of-charge or at-cost holiday retreats for bereaved individuals and families or those who have suffered significantly due to Covid-19. We also provide care for the carers, pastors

and other community leaders who have given selflessly.


Contact us for eligibility guidelines.

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