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Now Open! Second Location at Nelson Heritage Center
〰️ Now Open! Second Location at Nelson Heritage Center
A Social Model of Respite & Enrichment
Introducing the Blue Ridge Respite:
A Social Model of Respite & Enrichment
Our mission at Blue Ridge Respite, formerly known as Nelson Enrichment Club, is to provide a caring and safe environment for individuals experiencing memory loss. Through engaging and enriching activities, we empower members to achieve their fullest potential, while providing a restorative break for their dedicated caregivers.
Get To Know BRR
BRR provides social and self-enrichment activities for individuals with memory loss and Parkinson’s, while offering caregivers a much-needed restorative break. Activities include music and the arts, brain games, physical fitness, pet therapy, and meaningful socialization.
BRR is expanding to better serve more families and caregivers in our community. In addition to our original program in Nellysford, we are now offering a second weekly program at the Nelson Heritage Center.
Schedule:
Rockfish Presbyterian Church (5016 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA)
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays | 10 AM – 2 PMNelson Heritage Center (1653 Thomas Nelson Highway, Arrington, VA)
Thursdays | 10 AM – 2 PM
The Blue Ridge Respite is a program of Here to Stay in Wintergreen, in partnership with Blue Ridge Medical Center, Rockfish Presbyterian Church, and Nelson Heritage Center.
Save the Date!
We’re excited to share that Blue Ridge Respite will be part of the 2026 Tom Tom Festival in Charlottesville!
The Tom Tom Festival is Charlottesville’s annual celebration of music, art, and big ideas — transforming the city into a creative playground filled with performances, community events, and conversations that inspire connection and change.
Join us on April 23 for Courage in Community, a conversation about how communities can come together to support caregivers and families. This event is free to attend, no tickets or registration required!