Hospice of the Piedmont Programs and Resources happening in April

National Healthcare Decisions Day
April 16, 2026
National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) is a nationwide initiative focused on empowering adults age 18 and older to make their healthcare wishes known in advance. It highlights the importance of thinking proactively about medical decisions, discussing preferences with loved ones, and documenting these choices so that they are respected in any situation. By raising awareness, NHDD helps ensure that everyone’s values and priorities guide their care, even if they are unable to speak for themselves.
At Hospice of the Piedmont, we believe that planning ahead and making wishes known is a vital part of ensuring dignity, comfort, and peace of mind for both individuals and their families. Advance care planning helps reduce stress, prevent uncertainty, and ensures that loved ones and healthcare providers can honor a person’s choices.
To support our community, we are offering FREE copies of the Five Wishes advance care planning workbook. Five Wishes is a comprehensive guide that helps people document their healthcare preferences, covering medical, emotional, spiritual, and personal considerations. By completing this workbook, individuals can clearly communicate their wishes and have them recognized when it matters most.
Please feel free to share this resource with the community members you serve—it’s a simple step that can make a meaningful difference.


Hospice of the Piedmont Upcoming Events  

Obituary Writing Workshop at Crozet Library
April 7 from 2:00-3:30 PM
Through reflection, discussion, and writing prompts, participants will learn to craft an obituary that reflects what matters most to them—considering purpose, audience, tone, key life details, and examples ranging from simple to warm or humorous.
 
Ribbon Cutting & Open House at Culpeper Regional Office
April 16 at 11:30 AM
Join us as we celebrate the newly renovated Culpeper Regional Office with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by an open house. We’re excited to welcome our community, friends, and partners to see our refreshed space and learn more about the compassionate care we provide to patients and families.

Courage on Tap: Transforming Silence into Strength at Kardinal Hall
April 26 from 2:00-3:30 PM
Hospice of the Piedmont is thrilled to be a Community Partner at this year's Tom Tom Festival. This interactive workshop invites open, honest conversations about death and dying. Through guided small-group discussions, participants will explore what it means to live fully with courage by acknowledging life’s impermanence and sharing stories that foster connection and understanding.
Death over Drafts at Barking Rose 
April 28 from 5:30-7:00 PM
Death Over Drafts is an evening of community, connection, and casual conversation about death. But don’t worry, this isn’t a gloomy affair. We’re here to celebrate the full cycle of life. Participants are invited to gather in small groups and discuss thought-provoking questions selected by our team of Death Doulas. This is not a lecture; this is a discussion. Together, we’ll create a comfortable space to share stories and make it easier to talk about this inevitable chapter.

Hospice of the Piedmont: Grief and Healing
Everyone experiences loss. That’s why Hospice of the Piedmont offers free, ongoing bereavement support groups for the entire community, whether your loved one used our hospice services or not. Through support groups, memorial services, connections to community resources, and more, we support individuals, families, and communities as they move forward after loss.

Pre-registration is required for all groups. Please call 434-817-6915 or email register@hopva.org. 

Abiding with Grief: A Conference on Presence, Compassion, and the Living Body
May 2 from 9:00-5:00 PM
Through guided workshops and embodied practices, participants will deepen their understanding of the neurobiological and emotional impact of grief while learning practical, trauma-informed, body-based approaches to support others. This conference is for counselors, therapists, social workers, psychologists, clergy, and other professionals walking alongside those experiencing loss. 

Hospice of the Piedmont: Kids' Grief and Healing
Our organization provides non-medical support for children and teens who’ve lost loved ones. Through our Journeys camps, teen groups, and creative expression programs, we help young people (4-18) forge connections with others and develop coping skills.

Journeys' Spring Kids Camp
April 18 from 8:45 AM - 4:30 PM
This full-day camp will include music, nature exploration, a challenge course, pet therapy, and a candlelight memorial. Campers will have fun, see that they are not alone, and understand that their feelings of grief are normal. Pre-registration is required for all camps. Please call 434-817-615 or email kidsgrief@hopva.org to request an application.

Volunteer with Hospice of the Piedmont
Hospice of the Piedmont is currently seeking compassionate specialty volunteers to share their unique talents and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families. Your skills can bring comfort, connection, and dignity to those receiving end-of-life care.

We are especially looking for individuals with experience or interest in:
• Massage Therapy
• Pet Therapy
• Veteran Services
• Music
• In-Home Hair Styling
Whether you can offer a calming presence, a creative outlet, or a personal touch, your time and talents can have a lasting impact.
Contact our Volunteer Department at volunteer@hopva.org for more information and to learn how you can get involved.

Education and Presentations
Hospice of the Piedmont is proud to provide a variety of educational talks and presentations to the community, free of charge. A Hospice of the Piedmont representative will come to your space to present on a topic of your choice and answer questions your audience may have. For more information on the topics we offer, or to request a presentation please email navigator@hopva.org or click here.