The Rest Stop: A Group Respite Ministry in Kernersville Launching March 17, 2026
The Rest Stop is Kernersville’s first group respite ministry, designed to provide meaningful relief for caregivers of individuals living with dementia and related conditions. This innovative program offers a safe, joyful, and engaging environment where individuals with dementia can thrive through companionship and purposeful activity.
Modeled after the nationally recognized Respite for All Foundation (www.respiteforall.org), The Rest Stop follows a faith-based, volunteer-driven, social model of care for group respite. This holistic approach supports everyone involved: the caregiver, the participant (referred to as a “friend”), and the dedicated volunteers.
The Rest Stop launches March 17, 2026, and will operate Tuesdays & Thursdays, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at a cost of $40 per person-per session. Each day includes a variety of enriching activities such as music, brain fitness, light physical movement, arts and crafts, service projects, and a shared, family-style lunch.
Most importantly, The Rest Stop group respite ministry fosters a vibrant, inclusive community where friendship, dignity, and joy are central. Through this ministry, we aim to provide not only rest for caregivers but also renewal and connection for all who participate.
Volunteers are trained in the social and relational aspects of caring for our friends living with different forms of dementia, offering mental stimulation and socialization while developing relationships that fill people with a sense of well-being.
Next volunteer training is Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 10am-2pm, lunch provided.
For more information about joining as a friend, volunteer, or to sponsor meals & snacks, contact Gina Floyd at 336-996-6696.
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Volunteer Training for The Rest Stop on Monday, May 18th 10:00am to 12:00pm at The Shepherd’s Center in Kernersville. I hope to see you there!
Volunteer Training for The Rest Stop on Monday, May 18th 10:00am to 12:00pm at The Shepherd’s Center in Kernersville. I hope to see you there!
At The Rest Stop, we do more than activities — we create joy, connection, laughter, and belonging for seniors living with dementia. ❤️
Through music, games, conversation, and friendship, every Tuesday is filled with meaningful moments for our participants and caregivers alike.
This past Tuesday Lisa with ReFit started our day with exercise and stretching 🙆♀️. Afterwards we colored and made mandala 🐢 turtles! They turned out beautiful!
We had a special guest, Dinesh who volunteers at The Shepherd’s Center in Kernersville, taught us how God’s love surrounds us and protects us. (see the attached pictures) The pencil represents difficult times. The lesson is while these events poke holes in our lives, Gods love seals the wounds like the flexible polymers seal around the pencil pierced through the ziplock bag of water. We all wanted to try the experiment, it was so cool!
Thanks so much to The Crossing for sponsoring a wonderful lunch for our friends. We ended the day playing beachball volleyball. This game was next level! ❤️🏐
If you’re interested in having fun and making a difference or just learning more about The Rest Stop, I’d love to connect with you!
Through music, games, conversation, and friendship, every Tuesday is filled with meaningful moments for our participants and caregivers alike.
This past Tuesday Lisa with ReFit started our day with exercise and stretching 🙆♀️. Afterwards we colored and made mandala 🐢 turtles! They turned out beautiful!
We had a special guest, Dinesh who volunteers at The Shepherd’s Center in Kernersville, taught us how God’s love surrounds us and protects us. (see the attached pictures) The pencil represents difficult times. The lesson is while these events poke holes in our lives, Gods love seals the wounds like the flexible polymers seal around the pencil pierced through the ziplock bag of water. We all wanted to try the experiment, it was so cool!
Thanks so much to The Crossing for sponsoring a wonderful lunch for our friends. We ended the day playing beachball volleyball. This game was next level! ❤️🏐
If you’re interested in having fun and making a difference or just learning more about The Rest Stop, I’d love to connect with you!
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Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up today! 336-992-3180🌺🐚
Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up today! 336-992-3180🌺🐚
MISSION
The Shepherd’s Center of Kernersville is an interfaith ministry of volunteers which champions and sustains adults who are aging or with disabilities.
VISION
The Shepherd’s Center of Kernersville empowers individuals and enriches the lives of older or disabled adults in our community. We believe this provides dignity, respect, purpose, and other essentials of life.
This institution is an equal employment opportunity provider.
The Shepherds Center of Kernersville (TSCK) operates its programs and services without regard to race, color, national origin, and disability in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Any person who believes he or she has received any unlawful discriminatory practice under Title VI or ADA may file a complaint with TSCK.
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