Showing Tag: COVID-19
The Companion 2020 Annual Report
The Companion 2020 Annual Report Created by Blue Ridge Hospice Leadership and the Marketing Department Our annual report has been published; in it we outline how we performed and some of the services we offered in 2020. To view the full report, please click this link: 2020 Annual Report 2020 was a year of reimagining – a year of learning to adapt to change, a year of learning how to meet the needs of [...]
Blue Ridge Hospice Using Telehealth Amid Pandemic
Blue Ridge Hospice using telehealth amid pandemic Josh Janney The Winchester Star September 13, 2021 WINCHESTER — Blue Ridge Hospice is incorporating telehealth to help care for patients during the coronavirus pandemic. “Hospice care is all about helping people remain in the comfort of their home and to support them and their families as they navigate living with a terminal illness,” Blue Ridge Hospice Chief Medical Officer Brendan Flynn wrote in an email to The Star. [...]
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 [...]
A Case for Masks from Dr. Flynn
I know it has seemed like years since we have all seen each other in person and these times continue to challenge what our sense of “normal” is each and every day. Just know that all the efforts you have made (and are making) ARE making a real difference in our area. Because of your social distancing, teleworking and mask wearing, our hospitals have been able to care for our fellow residents with COVID-19 effectively [...]
Holding a Home Memorial Service
COVID-19 has deeply impacted grieving families. Many are electing to put a funeral or memorial service on hold for an indeterminate amount of time. In the meantime, individuals may be seeking a sense of closure through a ritual that honors their loved one’s life. It may be valuable for you as a household to set aside a time to proclaim your loved one's impact on your lives and express your grief. Below are some considerations [...]
Grief and Loss During COVID-19
Coping during a pandemic can feel isolating, scary, and confusing. Christina, one of our Grief Counselors, shows us we are not alone and offers comforting thoughts on how to deal with these feelings. https://youtu.be/Z2X3nboaO1k https://youtu.be/nX7IrPQseWU Blue Ridge Hospice Grief and Loss Support staff continue to provide grief counseling via phone or video conferencing. Please call our message line to schedule an appointment at (540)-313-9214 if you need to talk with someone.
