Tudor House
COMFORT BAGS
September 2026 Update:
While Tudor House will cease day-to-day operations in October of 2026, Comfort Bags will continue to be delivered through December 2026.
What is the comfort bag program?
This program was inspired by Louis Tudor’s experiences in the hospital. Before his passing, Louis often mentioned feeling cold and anxious during his stays. To honor his memory, we created a way to bring warmth and comfort to patients waiting for mental health services.
This innovative program supports individuals seeking psychiatric care across the Roanoke Valley, providing a tangible prevention strategy as an expression of community support during critical moments in a mental health crisis.
Why is this program so important?
Emergency room visits for mental health crises can be overwhelming. Patients, ranging in age from 5 to 99, often endure long waits—sometimes 20+ hours—for inpatient psychiatric placement. Carilion admits 15 new patients per day, many of whom arrive with no personal belongings or support.
Comfort Bags provide a much-needed source of support, offering warmth, distraction, and reassurance during these challenging times. Feedback from the pilot program indicates these bags make a tangible difference, offering patients a sense of community support when they need it most.
Check out the video below for more information on the Comfort Bag Program!
