Improving Health Conference

The Improving Health Conference seeks to give individuals tools that they can use to prevent and/or treat various ailments with simple, natural means in their own homes. There is a strong focus on educating individuals in healthy lifestyle behaviors and promoting the adoption of those behaviors; training in the use of natural remedies such as hydrotherapy, herbal therapy, nutrition therapy, and others; and integrating biblical spirituality in the healing process. Overall, this workshop seeks to prepare you to be able to better meet your health needs and those of your friends and family with disease prevention and natural therapies.

April

April 19, 2025

Natural Remedies • Herbs • Cooking School

Interactive Workshops

Everyone will learn about natural remedies, herbs, and plant-based meal preparation.

Natural Remedies and Hydrotherapy

Learn about simple home remedies like charcoal, aloe vera, ice massage, and more. Discover what’s in your kitchen that can help with pain and sickness!

Herbs: "Preparation of God's Healing Agencies"

A presentation of herbs that can be used for illnesses and improving health. Receive instruction and demonstration of how to prepare and use herbs in teas, glycerin extracts, infused oils, and salves.

Prices

On-site additions or changes will not be possible. Therefore, all options need to be chosen during registration. Payment is made during registration.

**Prices are subject to change without notice.**

Conference Fee

(including materials & handouts)

Adult (13 years old and older) - $100
Older child (8-12 years old) - $75
Younger child (7 years old and younger) - Free

Meals

Meals are non-refundable. Meal prices are per person per meal. Meals are plant-based with the occasional use of honey. If you have a food sensitivity, please contact us. And if you have a severe food allergy, providing your own meals is recommended. Meals are from Wednesday supper to Sunday breakfast.

**Deadline to register for meals is April 1**

Breakfast - $9.80
Lunch - $9.80
Supper - $7.70

FREE for children 3 years old and younger.

Lodging

Lodging is limited to a first-come, first-served basis. Rates are per room/RV/tent, per night.

Strictly no pets allowed on campus. No transportation will be provided from one meeting location to another.

Lifestyle Center – $95 (up to 2 adults per room)
Newer facility. Limited availability. WiFi. Private bathrooms, toiletries. Individual AC/heat. Limited telephone services. On-site laundry (bring your own laundry detergent). Common living room area. NO food storage space. NO FOOD ALLOWED in all rooms. 1 queen bed or 2 twin bed room options. Direct outdoor access from each room. 2 rooms with handicapped-access showers. 2 rooms with oversized recliner chairs. Exercise room. Room key deposit of $20.00 will be collected during on-site check-in.
Anvwodi – $40 (up to 2 adults per room)
Older facility. WiFi. Smaller rooms. Shared bathrooms. Central AC/heat. Limited toiletries. On-site laundry (bring your own laundry detergent). Common living room area. Shared refrigerator space. NO FOOD ALLOWED in all rooms. Common dining room. Room key deposit of $20.00 in cash will be collected during on-site check-in.
Dorm Room – $25 (Unavailable)
A bed in either the women’s or men’s dorm. You may have one or more roommates and will be sharing a bathroom with others. Most dorm rooms contain two to three twin beds, and the bathroom is shared between two rooms.
RV Site – $25
Bring your own camper. Must be 50 amps or below.
Tent Camping – $10
Access to bathroom/showers, bring your own tent.

Special Seminar Lab Work

Important: Blood draw will be on Thursday morning at 5:30 am ONLY. If you cannot be available at that time, please do not order lab work.

Blood draw is Thursday before breakfast at 5:30 am. It is necessary to fast (nothing but water) for the 12 hours before you get your blood drawn. Be sure to drink at least 2 cups of water 30 minutes before blood draw.

Full Blood Panel – $225

Includes:

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
Kidney Function Panel
Liver Function Panel
Electrolytes
Basic Proteins
Lipid Panel
Total Cholesterol
HDL Cholesterol
LDL Cholesterol
Triglycerides
Complete Blood Count (includes immune function)
Vitamin D
B12
Hemoglobin A1C
Sedimentation Rate
Insulin
Folate
C-Reactive Protein
Uric Acid
Glucose
Iron Panel
Thyroid (TSH)

Treatments

All treatments will be done at our Lifestyle Center and are available as time and personnel allow. Payment for the treatment will be paid on site.

Note: Maximum of 2 treatments per person only. You will be missing classes/lectures during the treatment.

Facial Contrast (30 minutes) – $70
Infrared Sauna (45 minutes) – $100
Fomentation (30 minutes) – $85
Massage (60 minutes) – $90
Russian Steam (60 minutes) – $100

Consultation with Medical Provider

Schedule a personal consultation with one of our medical providers. Discuss in depth your blood results or any other medical concern that you may have.

Consultation – $165

2024 Schedule

2025 Schedule to come

2025 Speakers

Pastor Derek Morris
Derek Morris serves as field representative for Hope Channel International and host of Hope Sabbath School, an in-depth interactive study of the Word of God — broadcast worldwide on Hope Channel.

Pastor Morris holds a DMin in Preaching from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, Charlotte, North Carolina, and another DMin in Practical Theology from Andrews University, Berrien Springs, Michigan. ‍

Born in England, his greatest joy is found in helping people to experience a life-changing encounter with the Lord Jesus Christ.

Rukiya Charles, LMT, LC
Director of the Uchee Pines Lifestyle Counselor program

Jai Hewlett, LC
Director of the Uchee Pines Lifestyle Educator program

Christine Hollifield, RN, Herb Teacher
Administrative assistant for the Uchee Pines Lifestyle Center

Erik Kelly, FNP-C
‍Healthcare provider for the Uchee Pines Lifestyle Center

Pablo Piovesan, LP
Supervisor of the lifestyle counselors for the Uchee Pines Lifestyle Center

Marvin Randall, MD
Healthcare provider for the Uchee Pines Lifestyle Center
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Adan Sanchez, MD
Healthcare provider for the Uchee Pines Lifestyle Center‍

Ashwin Sukumaran, LP
Administrator and a healthcare provider for the Uchee Pines Lifestyle Center

FAQ

WHAT SHOULD I PACK?
In the spring, it can be quite cool. Plan to wear casual clothing for classes, and bring some outdoor clothing, if there are any outdoor activities in the schedule. Other items include umbrella, notebook & pens, Bible, and flashlight.

WHAT TIME ZONE IS UCHEE PINES IN?
Uchee Pines and the surrounding county are on Eastern Time. Because we are on the time zone border, you must manually set your smart time devices to Eastern to avoid being late to scheduled events or missing them altogether.

WHAT ABOUT CHILDREN?
The workshops are not geared for children. Children coming with their parents must be under the supervision of an adult at all times, especially during meals. Children may not take part in the massage and hydrotherapy portions of the seminar. Because lodging is in short supply, children will usually share a room with their parents.

WHAT IF I COME BY COMMERCIAL TRANSPORTATION?
The closest airport is Columbus Airport (CSG), which is a small- to medium-sized airport and may cost more. The least expensive airport near Uchee Pines is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). From the Atlanta airport, you can take Groome Transportation to Columbus, Georgia. For a transportation fee, we can pick you up and drop you off at Columbus Airport or Groome Transportation in Columbus, GA.