Bikkur Cholim Program
Dear Visitor,
Whether your stay in Charlottesville is for personal medical treatment or as a support for someone undergoing treatment, we want you to know that we are here 24 hours a day for your comfort. The following info should help you navigate the Jewish resources here in Charlottesville:
Kosher food
UVa now has kosher sandwiches in Newcomb Hall They are pre-packed. Salads available also.
The local GIANT grocery store carries frozen chicken, eggrolls, blintzes, potato salad, coleslaw, pasta salad, humus and pita.
The local KROGER carries frozen pizza, burritos and kosher frozen dinners and some cholov yisroel cheeses.
FOOD OF ALL NATIONS sells kosher wine and fresh kosher meat.
Hotels
The closest hotels, all within walking distance, to both us and the hospital are the following:
Red Roof Inn 434.295.4333
Hampton Inn 434.923.8600
Courtyard Marriott 434. 977.1700
If you cannot afford a hotel there is a social worker at the hospital who can provide you with an affordable place to stay. Call Anna Marie Clemente @ 434.924.2717.
Mikvah
As of yet, there is no Mikvah in Charlottesville. The closest Mikvah is in Richmond -- a one hour drive from Charlottesville. It is by appointment only. Please call Donya at 804.282 8578 for more information.
Please call us before your arrival if you would like us to provide you with fresh challah for Shabbos! 434.293.5994
Chabad of Charlottesville works daily to assist, educate, and inspire university students and the greater community in expanding their Jewish knowledge, practice, and pride in a non-judgmental environment.