Blue Ridge Independence at Home

02/21/2026

🌿 Did You Know?

Dr. Bernice Catherine Harper was a social worker, educator, and advocate who helped advance hospice and palliative care education in the United States. Through her work in nursing leadership and research, she promoted compassionate, person-centered care for people living with serious illness.

Her contributions helped strengthen the foundation of hospice and serious illness care as we know it today.

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02/20/2026

She’s sweeping the floor.

But she’s also managing medications.
Scheduling appointments.
Watching for changes.
Holding it together.

Caregiving doesn’t always look dramatic. It looks like everyday moments — carrying extraordinary responsibility. Across the United States, nearly 63 million adults provide care for a loved one — almost 1 in 4 adults.

Many are supporting someone living with chronic or serious illness, often managing complex medical and nursing tasks without formal training. Caregiving is an act of love. But it can also be exhausting, overwhelming, and isolating.

You are the hero of this story. And you shouldn’t have to do it alone.

At Blue Ridge Care, we are deepening our focus on supporting caregivers of those living with chronic and serious illness by providing:

• Expert chronic and serious illness care alongside ongoing treatment
• Symptom management and care coordination
• Clear, compassionate education about what to expect
• Emotional and grief support
• A team that walks beside you — every step of the way

This National Caregiver Day, we honor the caregivers in our community — and we commit to walking with you. If you’re caring for someone, we’re here to help.

02/17/2026

As the month of Ramadan begins, we extend warm wishes to all who are observing this meaningful time of reflection, fasting, and community.

Ramadan is a holy month in the Islamic calendar, during which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, engage in prayer, and focus on self-reflection, generosity, and strengthening community bonds.

At Blue Ridge Care, we honor the diverse beliefs, traditions, and experiences of our team members and those we serve. May this month bring peace, strength, and renewal to you and your loved ones.

Ramadan Mubarak — wishing a blessed and meaningful Ramadan to all who observe.

02/16/2026

🩺 Did You Know?

Mary Eliza Mahoney became the first professionally trained Black nurse in the United States in 1879. She was a strong advocate for equality in nursing and helped pave the way for generations of nurses to provide compassionate, skilled care in every setting—including end-of-life care.

Her dedication to dignity and professionalism continues to shape nursing today.

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02/13/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating 45 years of serving our community.

We’re grateful to The Wi******er Star for helping us mark this milestone and for being beside us in sharing our story over the years. As Kim Golanski, Chief Engagement Officer, shared at our recent Town Hall, “It is not only our celebration — it is the community’s celebration.”

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While you're celebrating Valentine's Day on Saturday, Blue Ridge Care will be observing its 45th birthday.

02/12/2026

❤️ American Heart Month ❤️

For many living with chronic illness, heart health is part of an ongoing story—one shaped by changing diagnoses, long conversations, and moments that matter deeply. It’s the patient who feels their energy fade. The loved one who notices small changes. The shared hope for comfort, dignity, and meaningful time together.

During American Heart Month, we recognize that heart disease often exists alongside other chronic conditions, making care more complex—and more human.

At Blue Ridge Care, our palliative and hospice teams walk alongside patients and families through every stage of illness. Whether focusing on symptom relief, emotional support, or comfort at the end of life, our care centers on what matters most to each person.

Because caring for the heart also means caring for the whole person—and the people who love them.

02/11/2026

PACE visited Purcellville’s Carver Center.

National PACE AssociationBlue Ridge Care Thrift ShopsBlue Ridge CarePurcellville Business Association

02/10/2026

📚 Did You Know?

Dr. Carter G. Woodson, known as the “Father of Black History,” founded Negro History Week in 1926 to ensure the achievements and contributions of Black Americans were recognized and studied. His work later led to the establishment of Black History Month.

Today, his legacy continues to shape how we learn, teach, and honor history.

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02/08/2026

Relief United Methodist Church warmed our hearts today on this super cold Super Bowl Sunday!
Frederick County, VA Government The Wi******er Star National PACE Association

02/04/2026

Have you seen the new sales displays at Blue Ridge Care Thrift Shops in Front Royal? Lots of hard work going into the displays and even more great deals!!!

Blue Ridge Independence at Home is proud to be teammates with our “Thrifty” teammates.

Front Royal Kiwanis Club

02/02/2026

In partnership with Froggy's Closet we’re collecting NEW shoes for foster children in our community.

👟 New shoes only
📏 Children & Young Adult sizes
📍 Blue Ridge Care Thrift Shops: Wi******er (both locations) & Stephens City
📅 Drop-off bins available throughout February

“Having new shoes is really important to the kids we serve… A pair of shoes that no one else has worn is a big deal to them.” — Kevin Brandriff, Executive Director, Froggy’s Closet

Every new pair helps a child feel valued, confident, and cared for. 💙

01/30/2026

Our Center for Hope & Healing is here to walk beside you—this February and every month. 🦋

We offer in-person and virtual grief support groups for children, teens, adults, and families throughout our community, creating space for connection, care, and understanding—no matter the season.

💻 Explore upcoming groups: facebook.com/blueridgecare/events
📲 Preregistration is required. Email griefsupport@blueridgecare.org
or call 540-313-9275 to learn more or sign up.

You don’t have to move through this—or any season—alone.