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Thursday, November 26, 2025

We hope your day is filled with warmth — whether that’s time with family and friends, or meaningful moments spent caring for our community here at AH.

For those working on Thanksgiving Day, Nutrition Services will be serving a special holiday meal to brighten your shift. It’s our way of saying how truly thankful we are for you, your compassion, and the incredible work you do all year long.

We’re grateful to walk into another holiday season together as one Augusta Health team.

Thanksgiving Day Holiday Meal — Dates & Times

  • 11/27/2025 — 1:00 AM – 2:30 AM
  • 11/27/2025 —11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Location: Blue Ridge Café
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Spiritual Care Article

Thanksgiving: More Than a Holiday—Cultivating a Life of Gratitude

As we gather for Thanksgiving, Chaplain Glen invites us to slow down and reflect on what it truly means to have a grateful heart. In this week’s article, he shares the history behind the holiday, simple ways to practice gratitude, and a gentle reminder that thankfulness isn’t just for today—it’s a way of life.

Click here to read more

Annual Holiday Tour — December 11

Sponsored by Organizational & Talent Development and The Shared Governance Committee, the Annual Holiday Tour is a beloved tradition that spreads joy and creativity throughout Augusta Health! Departments will decorate their spaces with unique holiday themes for all to enjoy.

Each participating area must RSVP their theme by clicking the button below. Sign-up deadline is November 29th.

Click here to RSVP

Annual Holiday Meal — December 15th & 16th

Let’s come together for one of our favorite holiday traditions!

  • 12/15/2025 — 11:00am-2:00pm, 4:00pm-7:00pm
  • 12/16/2025 — 1:00am-2:30am
  • Location: Blue Ridge Café

Offsite locations: Leaders have received gift cards so teams can celebrate together!

Ugly Sweater Contest — December 22–25

Show off your festive flair — the uglier the better!

  • Nurses may join with holiday scrub tops
  • Post your photo to The Spirit of Augusta Health Facebook page
  • Winner = most likes + a special prize!

Lights, Laughter & Parade Magic

Walk With Us & Earn 1,000 Wellable Points!

Kick off the holiday season with lights, laughter, and parade magic! Augusta Health Neighborhood Clinic is walking in three local holiday parades — and you (and your family!) are invited to join the fun.

Parade Dates:
• December 1 – Staunton
• December 6 – Waynesboro
• December 7 – Grottoes

RSVP to Melissa Reeves (mreeves2@augustahealth.com) and we’ll send you full parade details as soon as line-up locations are confirmed. You can also check times and updates here.

Bonus: Walk in any one parade and earn 1,000 Wellable points (max 1,000 total).

Let’s bring the holiday spirit to our community — together! 

 

Christmas Day Holiday Meal — December 25

Working Christmas Day? Stop by for a warm holiday feast made just for you.

  • 12/25/2025 — 1:00 AM – 2:30 AM
  • 12/25/2025 — 11:00am-2:00pm, 4:00pm-7:00pm
  • Location: Blue Ridge Café

Let’s celebrate the season together — with warmth, fun, food, and plenty of cheer!

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