Purcellville, VA, September 17, 2024—Blue Ridge Hospice Thrift Shop Purcellville has reached a significant milestone, surpassing $1 million in sales. This achievement reflects the unwavering support of our community and underscores the crucial role that all our thrift shops play in our mission to provide the highest quality and compassionate care for those facing serious illness and end-of-life challenges.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the residents of Loudoun County for their generous donations and enthusiastic patronage. Your support has enabled us to enhance vital services to our patients and their families.
Anthony Crosen, Vice President of Thrift Operations and Facilities, commented, “Our thrift shops represent more than just a place to shop; they embody retail with purpose. Every item donated and every purchase made is reinvested into programs that significantly impact our patients’ lives. We are deeply grateful for the community’s support, which enables us to provide unique programs like certified music therapy, Paws & Purrs, We Honor Veterans and Grief Support for anyone in the community, not just patient families.”
We also recognize that many of the donations we receive are cherished items from loved ones. These contributions honor their memories and support our mission in meaningful ways. We are privileged to be entrusted with these precious gifts and are committed to using them to benefit our community.
Jason Parsons, President and CEO of Blue Ridge Hospice, added, “Our thrift shops serve as windows into the living rooms of our community. They reflect the spirit of giving and caring that defines Loudoun County. Reaching the $1 million mark is not just a financial achievement that supports our purpose and mission-driven work; it’s a testament to the collective effort of a community that truly values and supports its neighbors.”
Thank you, Loudoun County, for being an essential part of our journey and for making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
About Blue Ridge Hospice
Blue Ridge Hospice is a community-based, not-for-profit serious illness and end-of-life care provider that has been serving friends and neighbors across the northern Shenandoah Valley and northwestern Virginia since 1981. With a mission of “brightening life’s journey with quality and compassionate care for all whom we are privileged to serve,” Blue Ridge Hospice serves Winchester City and the counties of Clarke, Fauquier, Frederick, Loudoun, Page, Rappahannock, Shenandoah, and Warren. Accredited by The Joint Commission, Blue Ridge Hospice consistently exceeds the national averages for quality as reported on Medicare’s Hospice Compare website. To learn more about Blue Ridge Hospice visit brhospice.org, or call 540-313-9200.
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