Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital

02/23/2026

As we prepare for the upcoming gardening and farming season, taking steps to protect your health is just as important as preparing your soil. In this month’s Community Health Education blog, Dr. Philip Holzknecht provides valuable information on how to protect your health during the physical demands of planting, lifting, and repetitive outdoor work. His guidance highlights practical steps to help prevent common injuries and support a safe, productive season.

We invite you to read the full article and learn how to safeguard your strength and mobility while enjoying time outdoors:

A Surgeon’s Guide to Preventing Farm-Related Orthopedic Injuries As the days grow longer and the fields begin calling, many in our commun...

02/22/2026

We were proud to partner with Feed Halifax and the Healthy Harvest Community Garden on Saturday, February 21, in support of the Empty Bowl Fundraiser!

Events like this highlight the power of community collaboration and the importance of addressing food insecurity right here at home. It was an honor for Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital to play a small part in such a meaningful initiative.

A special thank you to Nicole Dockery, VP and Chief Nurse Executive, and Wendy Crews, Manager of Guest Services and Community Engagement, for generously volunteering their time to assist with setup, cleanup, and serving. Your leadership and commitment to our community truly make a difference.

We are grateful for opportunities to support organizations that promote health, wellness, and access to fresh, nutritious food for our neighbors.

02/20/2026

Sentara Community Care – Weekly Mobile Care Schedule
Check out where we’ll be next week:

📍 Monday, February 23
Turbeville Fire Department
1002 Melon Road, South Boston
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

📍 Tuesday, February 24
South Boston Church of God
3000 Halifax Road, South Boston
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

📍 Wednesday, February 25
Tri-County Community Action Agency
1176 Huell Matthews Hwy, South Boston
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

📍 Thursday, February 26
Hitachi
2135 Philpott Road, South Boston
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

✅ Serving Medicaid and uninsured community members
✅ Providing full-service primary care
✅ Walk-ins welcome

No appointment? No problem! We’re here to help make getting care easier and more convenient. Come see us and take a step toward a healthier you!

02/19/2026

Sentara has been named one of Newsweek’s Greatest Workplaces for 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to creating an environment where team members feel valued, supported, and empowered to deliver exceptional care every day.

At Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital, we’re honored to be part of an organization that invests deeply in its people and continuously strives for excellence across all communities we serve.

Read more about this achievement below!

Survey includes 120 key indicators from compensation to work-life balance

02/18/2026

2/18/26
Sentara Cares Mobile Services has closed for the remainder of today. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

02/17/2026

Please join us in celebrating Leondra Barksdale, who has been recognized with the 2025 4th Quarter DAISY Award!

The DAISY Award is an international honor that celebrates the extraordinary compassion and skill nurses provide every day. It recognizes nurses who go above and beyond in clinical excellence, patient-centered care, kindness, and teamwork. Being selected is a true testament to a nurse’s impact on patients, families, and colleagues.

Leondra embodies everything the DAISY Award stands for. Whether she’s delivering exceptional care in moments of crisis, offering comfort during difficult times, or supporting her fellow team members in the fast-paced ED, she consistently shines as a leader, caregiver, and advocate.

Thank you, Leondra, for your dedication, your heart, and the incredible difference you make in the Emergency Department and throughout our community. We are so proud of you!

02/11/2026

Join us for a Blood Drive on Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM in the Leggett Auditorium at Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital.

Every donation helps patients in our community and beyond. Whether you’re a regular donor or giving for the first time, your generosity can make a life-saving difference.

📍 Location: SHRH Leggett Auditorium
🕛 Time: 12 PM – 5 PM
❤️ Impact: One donation can help save up to three lives!

Please consider stopping by and rolling up your sleeve for a great cause. We hope to see you there!

02/06/2026

Sentara Community Care – Weekly Mobile Care Schedule
Check out where we’ll be next week:
📍 Monday, February 9
Turberville Fire Department
1002 Melon Road, South Boston, VA
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
📍 Tuesday, February 10
South Boston Church of God
3000 Halifax Road, South Boston, VA
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
📍 Wednesday, February 11
Heritage House
3501 Old Halifax Road, South Boston, VA
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
📍 Thursday, February 12
Hitachi
2135 Philpott Road, South Boston, VA
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Together, we’re moving toward a healthier community. Stop by and visit our mobile care team next week!

02/06/2026

❤️ Wear Red Day at Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital and Clinics ❤️

Team members across Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital and Clinics proudly wore red today in support of Wear Red Day, helping raise awareness for heart health and the prevention of heart disease.

We’re thankful for our dedicated caregivers and staff who show up every day with compassion, commitment, and heart—for our patients and for our community.

Together, we’re working to keep Halifax healthy, one heartbeat at a time. ❤️

02/05/2026

🌟 Congratulations to Cynthia Wade! 🌟

Please join us in celebrating Cynthia Wade, ICU patient care technician, the recipient of the Honey Bee Award at Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital!

The Honey Bee Award recognizes non-nursing team members who go above and beyond in their roles. Those who consistently demonstrate compassion, dedication, teamwork, and a commitment to exceptional service. Just like honey bees, these individuals work tirelessly behind the scenes to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients, families, and staff.

Cynthia truly embodies the spirit of this award. Her positive attitude, dependable work ethic, and unwavering willingness to help others make her an invaluable part of our hospital family. We are incredibly grateful for everything she does each and every day.

Congratulations, Cynthia! Thank you for your outstanding service and for being such a bright example of what the Honey Bee Award represents.