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Blue Ridge Hospice Celebrating Its 40th Anniversary
Blue Ridge Hospice celebrating its 40th anniversary Brian Brehm The Winchester Star July 23, 2021 WINCHESTER — End-of-life hospice care originated in Europe, but it was the spirit of South Dakota’s Native American Lakota tribe that breathed life into Blue Ridge Hospice of Winchester. As the nonprofit based at 333 W. Cork St. gears up to celebrate its 40th anniversary this year, the organization’s founder, Helen Zebarth, took time on Thursday to reflect on its origins. Zebarth said [...]
Blue Ridge Hospice Names Cheryl Hamilton Fried as New CEO
WINCHESTER, Va, January 8, 2020—the Board of Directors of Blue Ridge Hospice, a local not-for-profit hospice, would like to welcome Cheryl Hamilton Fried as their new President and CEO, effective January 1st, 2021. Board Chairman Dr. Leonard Yang said, “After an extensive search the Board believes Cheryl’s substantial experience and passion for hospice, connections within the field, professional and approachable demeanor, combined with her excitement about moving to the Winchester area make her a terrific [...]
Dr. Julie Landrio Granted the Hospice Medical Director Certified Credential
Winchester, Virginia – November 2020 – JULIE LANDRIO, HMDC, PHYSICIAN at Blue Ridge Hospice, was recently granted the Hospice Medical Director Certified credential by the Hospice Medical Director Certification Board. Dr. Landrio was recognized for her commitment to improving the quality of life by displaying professional competency in the hospice industry. Hospice practice includes patient care, medication management, performance improvement, engagement in interdisciplinary group (IDG) activities, and much more. Professional certification affirms a knowledge and [...]
2020 Virtual Butterfly Run – Race Packet Pick-Up Instructions
It's almost time!!! Race packet pick-up will be held at three separate locations from 11:00am-2:00pm next week! On 10/7, we will be at the Winchester Thrift Shop located at 116 Featherbed Lane Winchester, VA; on 10/8, at Strasburg Thrift shop located at 390 East King Street, Strasburg, VA; and on 10/9 at Stephens City Thrift Shop located at 760 Warrior Drive, Suite 4, Stephens City, VA. Look for the Blue Ridge Hospice tent set-up in the parking lot near the Thrift Shops. In the [...]
National Suicide Prevention Awareness Week
Our Grief & Loss Services counselors offer words of encouragement this week as we find ways to stay connected. National Suicide Prevention Awareness Week reminds us that there are things we can do to safeguard our mental well-being and to be aware of the warning signs of extreme distress in others. Most importantly, this week we remember that we are not alone. Grief is an expression of loss and many of us are experiencing the [...]
Stories from the Front Lines: Stacy Nichols
During the COVID-19 Pandemic the Blue Ridge Hospice team continued caring for patients. Here is Stacy's story. During the pandemic we limited how many staff members could visit a patient in-person to reduce unnecessary exposure. Not only was I working as a CNA, but I also became the face of our music therapists, volunteers, and grief counselors. I happily took on these roles for all of my patients, but I’ll never forget my experience with [...]
