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reputation is built on qualities like trust,
integrity, faith in God and each other.”
Vernelle Hicks Paul, a former nurse
for the Millman House, attended the
celebration as a special guest of honor.
“Mrs. Paul is the only known living team
member from the Millman House,” said
Executive Director for The Culpeper, Jim
Jacobson. “She worked as a nurse for for
nearly nine years between the Millman
house and original Culpeper Baptist
Home building. Vernelle shares stories
with me of what went on back in the day.”
The Culpeper Baptist Home, which
initially opened its doors in 1951 at its
current site with a picturesque view
overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains,
has been completely transformed.
In 2019, it underwent a complete
replacement, renovation, and expansion,
marking a new chapter in its history of
compassionate care.
President and CEO of LifeSpire
of Virginia Jonathan Cook addressed
attendees at the Jubilee and highlighted
the growth of the organization. “Today
we cater to the needs of 1,600 residents
within the Commonwealth of Virginia,”
said Cook. “Over the past eight years, we
invested $250 million in our communities
and we are well-positioned for the future.”
As part of The Culpeper’s 75th
jubilee festivities, attendees were treated
to a lavish spread of delectable food and
beverages. The celebration was further
enriched with live music, guided bus tours
to Millman Circle, and an impressive
display of memorabilia in the chapel.
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