FALL IS IN THE AIR
Halloween festivities. Walks among the changing leaves. Good food, live music, meaningful conversations and plenty of reasons to come together.
October at Warm Hearth is anything but ordinary. So grab a cup of something warm, settle in and see what’s happening this month.
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6TH ANNUAL TRICK-OR-TREAT TRAIL RETURNS
Get ready for one of our favorite fall traditions! Warm Hearth Village’s 6th Annual Trick-or-Treat Trail returns Friday, October 30, from 3:30–6:00 PM.
Bring the kids, grandkids, neighbors and friends for an afternoon of Halloween fun featuring a petting zoo, hay ride, candy and game stops, concessions, craft vendors and our Little Goblin Costume Contest at 5 PM.
This event is free, family-friendly and open to the community, so help us spread the word! Guests are also invited to bring paper towels, toilet paper or tissues to help stock Micah’s Pantry and support seniors in need.
We can’t wait to see you there!
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WHAT HAVE YOU LEFT UNDONE?
It’s a question worth asking at any age.
People who care for those nearing the end of life are often given a unique perspective on what matters most. It’s rarely the things that once filled our to-do lists. More often, it’s the people we love, the experiences we shared and the ordinary moments we wish we had more time to enjoy.
So, what have you left undone? Mend the relationship. Make the call. Take the trip. Spend more time with the people you love. Do the things you keep saying you’ll do someday.
For those facing a serious illness, hospice can provide comfort, support and peace of mind, giving patients and families more space to focus on what matters most—the time they have together.
At Warm Hearth at Home Hospice, our team is here to provide peace, comfort and compassionate support for patients and the people who love them.
Questions about hospice? Call 540-443-3428 or email Scott Bryant at sbryant@warmhearth.org.
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UNDERSTANDING DEMENTIA: AN AFTERNOON OF FILM, LEARNING & CONNECTION
Join us Friday, October 16 at the Village Center for an afternoon focused on understanding dementia and supporting those whose lives are touched by it.
1 PM | WATCH
Memory Matters Movie Series: Elizabeth Is Missing
A moving mystery follows a woman living with Alzheimer’s as she searches for her missing friend while memories of the past begin to surface.
3 PM | LEARN
Dementia Friends
Gain a better understanding of dementia and learn practical ways to respond with confidence and compassion.
STAY & CONNECT
Dementia Family Network
Following the training, family and friends are invited to share experiences, ask questions and connect with others. Certified Dementia Practitioners will be available to help guide the conversation.
Friday, October 16 | Beginning at 1 PM
The Village Center
2387 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg, VA
Free • All are welcome
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STAFF VS. RESIDENTS: WHO WILL TAKE THE BRAGGING RIGHTS?
The competition is on! Join us for the 2026 Warm Hearth Village Staff vs. Resident Pickleball Game and cheer on your favorite team as staff and residents face off for a little friendly competition—and plenty of bragging rights.
Bring a lawn chair, grab a snack or drink from the Huckleberry Café and come enjoy the action!
Wednesday, October 14 | 3 PM
Warm Hearth Pickleball Courts
2387 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg
Come cheer, laugh and see who comes out on top!
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EXPLORE THE TREES OF WARM HEARTH
See Warm Hearth’s campus through the eyes of a tree expert! Join John Peterson, recently retired after 33 years with Virginia Tech’s Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation, for a guided walk through campus.
Along the way, John will help us identify trees, point out interesting characteristics and share some of the knowledge behind Virginia Tech’s popular vTree identification app.
Wednesday, October 14 | 11 AM
Meet at the Village Center entrance
2387 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg
The walk will last approximately one hour. Please wear slip-resistant shoes and dress for the weather.
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SHARE A LITTLE JOY THIS CHRISTMAS
A gift means a little more when you know it was chosen just for you.
Each year, Silver Santa brings holiday gifts to more than 100 seniors, with each one selected from a resident’s personal wish list. For residents, it’s the joy of opening something chosen especially for them. For our Silver Santas, it’s the fun of shopping, wrapping and knowing that their gift will make someone feel remembered this Christmas.
We’re starting early and would love for you to be part of it. We’ll provide a resident wish list along with everything you need to make their holiday special.
Ready to make someone’s Christmas a little brighter? Contact Dominique at dharder@warmhearth.org or 540-443-3406.
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WALK WITH US FOR A FUTURE WITHOUT ALZHEIMER’S
Join Team Warm Hearth Village for the 2026 Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s! Together, we’ll walk in honor of those living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia, remember those we’ve lost, and support the families and caregivers whose lives are touched by the disease.
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Huckleberry Park | Christiansburg, VA
Site opens at 1 PM | Walk begins at 2 PM
Residents, employees, families, friends and neighbors are all welcome to join our team. Can’t walk with us? You can still help us reach our $2,000 fundraising goal by making a donation or sharing our team page.
Every step honors someone. Every dollar makes a difference.
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TURN YOUR REQUIRED MINIMUM DISTRIBUTION INTO MEANINGFUL SUPPORT FOR SENIORS
If you are age 70 ½ or older, a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA can be a tax-smart way to support the Warm Hearth Foundation or another favorite charity. A QCD allows you to direct funds from your IRA straight to a qualified charity, potentially reducing your taxable income.
For those who are required to take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), a QCD can also count toward all or part of the annual RMD requirement. Making a QCD or even using your RMD to donate can be especially attractive for individuals who do not need their full distribution for living expenses but would like to support the work of a trusted charity like the Warm Hearth Foundation. You may designate your contribution to a specific fund of the Foundation if you are interested in supporting a particular strategic effort.
To hear how others have made a difference at Warm Hearth Village through a year-end, memorial or planned gift, contact our philanthropy office. Call 540-443-3414 or email tstone@warmhearth.org to talk more.
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