Supporting Recovery & Community Wellness in Southwest Virginia 

The Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners – Southwest Region (SWVCNP) was proud to sponsor refreshments at the Choose Recovery Event held in Clintwood, VA, hosted by C. Jane Phillips and Dickenson County Behavioral Health Services. This inspiring event brought together professionals, advocates, and community members to support recovery, share resources, and uplift those on the journey to healing. Together, we stand for hope, healing, and community. #SWVCNP #ChooseRecovery #CommunityMatters #NursePractitionersLead #RecoveryIsPossible #DickensonCounty #SouthwestVirginia #PeerSupport

🕊️ Honoring Ms. Teresa Helton, LPN – Our Largest Nurse Honor Guard Service to Date 🕊️

The Southwest Virginia Nurse Honor Guard had the solemn privilege of honoring the life and legacy of Ms. Teresa Helton, LPN, during her funeral service at Hurst Funeral Home in Cedar Bluff. This service, led by Spencer Swinney, was our largest to date—a testament to the deep impact Teresa had on her community, colleagues, and loved ones.

The SWVA Nurse Honor Guard said goodbye to a special nurse in Haysi, VA, Ms. Tracy Geiger. Thank you to Haysi Funeral Home and the family for allowing us to recognize Tracy’s dedication to nursing and service. Prayers for all family and friends and may God bless and comfort each one of you. Thank you to all the members who came out for this special service.

Southwest Virginia Nurse Honor Guard Service

We are deeply saddened by the loss of our beloved coworker, Colleen Lenz, who passed away at the age of 59. Leigh Ann Begley, member of the Southwest Virginia Nurse Honor Guard, led the service honoring Colleen’s life, service, and dedication to nursing on Wednesday, June 11 at 4:00 PM in the chapel at Holston Valley Medical Center. Pictured left to right: Wren Carr, Sarah Mauk, Sinead Tipper, Leigh Ann Begley, Albert Lenz–Colleen’s husband, Makayla Kennedy, Diane Clark, April Rhoten, Sherry Dykes, and Casey Ward.