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AUGUST '20 eNEWS

"Music expresses that which cannot be put into words." 
-Victor Hugo

Pictured: Our Music Therapists have missed being able to sit with patients face to face, so they have been providing socially distant concerts to patients in facilities.

WHEN IS DEATH SWEET?
by Susana Calley, LCSW

Two women recently described their experience of the death of a loved one as “sweet.”  What made this loss seem sweet, I wondered? Did they mean “dear,” like a treasured moment? Or was it a sense of the mystery or grace present as they witnessed their loved one leaving this world?

Part of my work as a grief support counselor is...

A GREAT TIME TO SHOP!

Shopping at any of our 8 locations in the region is a great way to support Blue Ridge Hospice.

ITEMS MARKED 25%, 50%, OR 75% OFF!

Donations accepted every day! Drop them off at any of our stores 7 days a week between 10am - 4pm. 
If you can't make it to one of our stores to donate or you have large items call us and we will pick up your donation: 540-327-0402 
 
We also accept unwanted and out-of-date electronics for FREE! We responsibly recycle what we can't sell. 

Summer Virtual Remembrance Ceremony

This summer, on July 7, we hosted a virtual Remembrance Ceremony to remember, honor, and celebrate your loved one's life with candles, reading, and song. We invite you to take a few minutes to watch the video and remember your loved one.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Blue Ridge Hospice Thrift Shops Need Your Help!
To join our team and MAKE A DIFFERENCE, please call Volunteer Services (540) 313-9200.

GIFTS IN MEMORIAM
July 2020

Thank you to the families and friends of the following individuals for choosing Blue Ridge Hospice to remember your loved one. It is a great honor and we sincerely thank you.

OUR MISSION

is to make quality end of life care available to individuals and families facing serious illness and to support anyone in our community affected by death, dying, and loss.

333 W. Cork St. Winchester, VA 22601
(540) 313-9200