Hospice of the Piedmont - Culpeper Regional Office

10/31/2025

🎃👻 No tricks, just treats — TONIGHT at Hospice House! 👻🎃

Stop by Hospice of the Piedmont’s Hospice House (501 Park Street) this evening for some Halloween fun! Our team will be handing out candy and spreading smiles — we promise, no tricks here, just treats. 🍬

Bring your little ghosts and goblins and swing by to say hello — we’d love to see you!

10/30/2025

🍻 Death Over Drafts is back! 🍻

Grab a pint and pull up a chair — we’re gathering at Patch Brewing Co. next week for another round of easy, meaningful conversation about life, death, and everything in between.

No agenda. No lectures. Just real talk (and maybe some laughter) over a good beer or your beverage of choice. These conversations are always so engaging, we usually have to cut them off when time’s up!

✅ Join us: https://bit.ly/47vSVPH
Let’s make talking about death a little less taboo — one draft at a time.

Death Over Drafts is an evening of community, connection, and casual conversation about death. But...

10/29/2025

🐾 Happy National Cat Day! 🐾

At Hospice of the Piedmont, our cats don’t just purr—they comfort, connect, and bring joy to our patients through our Companion Pet Program.

These lifelike robotic cats provide a soothing presence for patients facing the end of life, helping ease loneliness and spark moments of calm and connection. Thanks to generous philanthropic support, these companion pets are offered free of charge to those we serve.

Because sometimes, comfort comes with a gentle purr. 💛🐱
Read more about the program: https://bit.ly/4bzOOU9

10/28/2025

Stewing for a Cause Annual Fundraiser! Hosted by the Rapidan Baptist Church, this event benefits Hospice of the Piedmont and the Cancer Research Institute, supporting care, comfort, and peace for patients and families.

Enjoy delicious homemade Brunswick Stew, with all the fixings, while making a meaningful impact.

📍 Madison Fire Hall, Madison, VA
🕒 Pick-up only | 3–6 PM | Saturday, November 8
💲 Cost: By donation
🍲 Pre-order here: https://bit.ly/4nBQtgB

10/27/2025

🎉 Please join us in congratulating Pam, one of our incredible LPNs at the Hospice House, on becoming a Certified Hospice and Palliative Licensed Nurse (CHPLN®)! 💙

This certification recognizes Pam’s deep expertise, compassion, and commitment to providing the highest quality end-of-life care. At Hospice of the Piedmont, we’re proud to support ongoing education and professional growth—because when our team grows, so does our ability to serve our patients and families with excellence.

Way to go, Pam! We’re so proud of you! 👏

10/26/2025

⏳ One week away!

Death Fest 2025 is happening next Sunday, November 2, at Panorama Natural Burial.

Join us for:
🌿 Education on end-of-life care and natural burial
💬 Conversations about grief, love, and what matters most
🥗 A shared meal provided by Rodeo Catering (with vegan + gluten-free options)
🎶 Music, ritual, and community connection

This is a one-of-a-kind day to face what’s hard - together. Space is limited, and seats are filling quickly.

Reserve your spot today: hopva.org/events/

We're excited to partner with Panorama Natural Burial and Woven Roots Collective on this annual event.

10/25/2025

💛 During Spiritual Care Week, we’re celebrating our incredible Hospice of the Piedmont chaplains who bring comfort, hope, and meaning to patients and families every single day.

Whether through a quiet presence, a heartfelt prayer, or simply listening with compassion, our chaplains walk beside those on life’s final journey—reminding us all of the power of human connection and peace.

We are so grateful for their dedication and gentle strength. 🙏

10/24/2025

🎄 The Southern Living Idea House is getting festive—and you’re invited! 🎄

Starting November 6th, the house will be beautifully decorated for the holidays, making it the perfect time to visit with friends or family. Even better—a portion of ticket sales benefit Hospice of the Piedmont, helping us continue our mission to make every moment count. ❤️

We’re also looking for cheerful volunteer docents to greet visitors and share the holiday spirit. No experience needed—just your enthusiasm and desire to give back!

Come see the décor, support a local cause, or sign up to volunteer. Every visit and every hour helps make a difference!

🎟️ Get tickets or volunteer here: https://bit.ly/45fLcW0

10/22/2025

🕯️Join us for Hospice of the Piedmont’s 34th Annual Memorial Illumination and take part in a meaningful community tradition remembering and honoring your loved ones.

You’re invited to sponsor a Tribute Light for $20 in honor or memory of someone special. Each Light represents a life remembered and will be included in our event tribute list.

Your support makes it possible for Hospice of the Piedmont to continue providing extraordinary end-of-life care and grief support across our community.

For more information on the events in Charlottesville and Culpeper and to sponsor a Tribute Light, visit our page at https://hopva.org/light.

10/21/2025

💛 After loss, it can be hard to catch your breath. Our B.R.E.A.T.H.E. grief support group, led by Liz Honnoll, ACC, offers compassionate guidance through each step of healing:

B – Being Aware of Who You Are
R – Reimagining Your Life
E – Engaging Your Tribe
A – Accessing Your Own Inner Healer
T – Transforming Your View
H – Honoring Yourself and Your Loved One
E – Entering into a Life with Purpose

This eight-week program helps you find peace, purpose, and hope.

✨ Register by Thursday!
📧 GroupRegistration@hopva.org
| 📞 434-817-6915

10/20/2025

📚 Kids’ Grief Book Spotlight: The Fall of Freddie the Leaf 🍁

Our Kids’ Grief and Healing team loves sharing book recommendations that help children understand grief in gentle, age-appropriate ways. Stories like these give families a language for loss and open the door to meaningful conversations.

Here’s what Ally from our Kids’ Grief and Healing team shared about this book:

“Freddie is a leaf who lives on a tree with his leaf friends. He loves all the seasons. As fall arrives, he notices his friends changing color and eventually falling away. Freddie feels scared, but his friend Daniel explains that it’s a natural part of life. Freddie learns that every leaf has a special time. And even when they fall, they’re still part of the world around them.”

Learn more about our Kids’ Grief and Healing program and resources for families at hopva.org/kids

10/19/2025

The holidays can stir up powerful emotions, especially when someone you love is missing. Our Holiday Grief Workshop offers a compassionate space to talk about how loss shows up this time of year, and to learn ways to care for yourself through it.

You can share, or simply listen. Either way, you’ll be among people who understand.

📅 Monday, November 17
⏰ 3:00–4:00 PM
💙 Free and open to everyone

There’s no need to face the season alone.

🔗 Learn more or register: hopva.org/grief

👐Please share this with someone who may need a little extra support right now.