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Congratulations to the 2018 Josie Carlyle Award Winner

Arlisa is like a light in the office. She is friendly, always smiling, and willing to help others; no matter what the task. She cares deeply about the work we do, our community, and bringing support to her teammates. Each week, she sends out quotes and images to remind us of the importance of what we do, to provide continuous encouragement to those around her, and to connect us to one another. Arlisa is a gift to Visiting Nurse Health System family. She is talented, kind, compassionate, and is always there to make a team member laugh when needed. She is the epitome of our values. Thank you for your dedication Arlisa and congratulations on receiving the Josie Carlyle Award of Excellence

The Josie Carlyle Award of Excellence was established in Josie Carlyle’s honor to recognize annually an employee who exemplifies a can-do attitude, spirit of teamwork and ability to solve problems with humor and kindness, just like how Josie approached her life and work. Carlyle worked for Visiting Nurse Health System for 14 years.

Visiting Nurse Health System is Georgia’s leading nonprofit provider of home healthcare, long-term care at home, and hospice services, helping patients and their loved ones receive care at home following an illness, surgery, or hospital stay.

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As we close out the month, we'd like to acknowledge each and every day, the dedicated team members of Visiting Nurse Health System and Hospice Atlanta make a difference in the lives of patients and families across our community. From nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, social workers, chaplains, aides, therapists, administrative staff, care coordinators to our incredible volunteers, each person plays an important role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Thank you for your expertise, dedication, and commitment to those we serve. We are grateful for all that you do.

#HealthcareHeroes #HospiceCare #HomeHealth #CommunityCare #Teamwork #VisitingNurse #HospiceAtlanta

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Stories like these remind us why we do what we do. Every day, Visiting Nurse Home Visiting Nurse Health System / Hospice Atlanta is honored to help patients regain strength, independence, and honor life's journey with peace, confidence and dignity, at every stage of life, in the comfort of home.
#HomeHealth #hospiceatlanta #PatientExperience #visitingnursehealthsystem #CareAtHome #HealthcareHeroes

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Connecting with our community is at the heart of what we do. From senior citizen fairs, Veteran Patient Pinning ceremonies, medical doctors offices and hospital education days, to community education events, the Visiting Nurse teams are out across Georgia, every day, building relationships, sharing resources, and helping connect patients to the care they need.

We're proud to partner with healthcare professionals, community organizations, and families to increase awareness of home health, hospice and community-based services, ensuring more individuals can access quality care where they are most comfortable, at home.

#VisitingNurseHealthSystem #Veterans #HomeHealth #CommunityOutreach #HealthcareEducation #AtlantaHealthcare #CareAtHome

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Each day our Community Care program case managers and nurses partner with care providers across Georgia to help nursing home-eligible seniors and vulnerable adults remain safe, independent, and supported at home.
Through our Community Care Programs, CCSP, SOURCE, and HCBS, our clients and members receive the essential services and care coordination that improve their quality of life and support aging in place. 
Thank you to our state-wide network provider partners, community supporters, and our dedicated care teams who make this important work possible every day.
#VisitingNurse #CommunityCare #CCSP #SOURCE #HCBP #CaseManagement #AgingInPlace #GeorgiaSeniors

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This month, the Hospice Atlanta team was proud to sponsor the ASCNN monthly gathering of senior care professionals. Events like these provide valuable opportunities to network, collaborate, and share resources that help us better serve seniors and their families throughout Georgia.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for a well-attended morning of connection, education, and partnership. Together, we can make an even greater impact in the communities we serve.
#HospiceAtlanta #CommunityPartnerships #SeniorCare #HealthcareNetworking #GeorgiaSeniors

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Advocacy for quality hospice care extends beyond the bedside. Behind the scenes, here at Visiting Nurse Health System / Hospice Atlanta we strive to protect patients, uphold ethical standards, and ensure access to compassionate end-of-life care for those who need it most.
We're proud to see Visiting Nurse Health System / Hospice Atlanta Palliative Care and Hospice Atlanta Executive Director Natasha Fowlks featured in this article discussing CMS' efforts to combat fraud and strengthen hospice oversight in Georgia and Ohio.
#advocacy #ElderCare #SeniorLiving #hospice #quality

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Please join us in congratulating Wendy, our Employee of the Month!

Wendy consistently demonstrates the compassion, professionalism, and dedication that define Visiting Nurse Health System. Her commitment to providing exceptional service and support makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients, families, and team members every day.

We are grateful for Wendy's hard work, positive attitude, and unwavering commitment to our mission. Thank you, Wendy, for all that you do, and we are proud to have you on our team!

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉

#EmployeeOfTheMonth #TeamVNHS #VisitingNurseHealthSystem #HealthcareHeroes #EmployeeRecognition #MakingADifference

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Visiting Nurse Health System | Hospice Atlanta is honored to be a 2026 sponsor of the Agape Youth & Family Center’s Living Well Together Senior Health & Wellness Expo yesterday, bringing valuable health resources, education, and community connections to older adults in Atlanta’s Upper Westside.

This impactful event helped seniors access preventive health screenings, chronic disease management education, wellness resources, nutrition guidance, fall prevention support, healthcare navigation, and meaningful social engagement opportunities.

We are proud to partner with organizations that share our commitment to helping older adults live healthier, more connected lives. Thank you to everyone who made this event a success and to the seniors who joined us for a day focused on wellness, empowerment, and community.

#VisitingNurseHealthSystem #LivingWellTogether #SeniorWellness #HealthyAging #CommunityHealth #Atlanta #PreventiveCare #AgingWell

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