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Jul
18
2017
Independent Aging at Home: Part 2
By Dorothy Davis, LPC, Vice President of Community Health and Strategy
By bringing healthcare home with connectivity and innovative aging, together with the community, we work to facilitate independent aging at home. One of the benefits of bringing healthcare home is nurses are able to see the patient’s home environment. As our CEO, Norene Mostkoff, has often stated, healthcare happens at home: healthcare happens in the bathroom, it happens in the living room, it happens in the kitchen—and our nurses are able to assess whether the home environment is conducive for recovery and healthy aging. Doctors are unable to see the environment in which patients live. A diabetic could repeatedly visit the ER and the doctor would never know it because the patient doesn’t have proper refrigeration for her diabetes medicine. Deploying home health clinicians is the way to fill this gap in care. The environment in which the patient lives contributes to their health. Health is all encompassing; health is our way of life, where we live, what we do, what we eat, and who we live with.
Jul
03
2017
Independent Aging at Home: Part 1
By Andrea Stevenson, RN, BSN, MPH, Executive Director of Home Health Services
As we celebrate Independence Day this July, let’s also celebrate the value of aging independently at home. With today’s technological advances, it has never been easier to bring healthcare to a patient’s home. This is particularly of value to aging patients who wish to remain independent for as long as possible. Aging independently means patients feel dignified, empowered and prepared to handle the many health-related aspects of aging. An independent patient is one who understands his or her disease or condition, and is an active participant in developing and meeting their healthcare goals.
Jun
20
2017
Nature’s Healthy Benefits
June is National Great Outdoors month, which celebrates what nature has to offer, particularly as it pertains to our health.
Jun
06
2017
Visiting Nurses Are Essential to Healthcare
By Norene Mostkoff, President & CEO
A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to appear on Atlanta’s NPR radio station WABE 90.1 program “A Closer Look” to discuss the nursing profession and the ways in which the nurses of Visiting Nurse Health System | Hospice Atlanta meet the needs of person-centered care.
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Join us in celebrating World Kindness Day!
At Visiting Nurse | Hospice Atlanta, kindness is at the heart of everything we do — from comforting patients and families to supporting one another as teammates and volunteers.
We celebrate today as a reminder that even the SMALLEST gestures can make a big difference.
✨ Hold the door for someone.
✨ Share a smile or an encouraging word.
✨ Volunteer your time.
✨ Spread positivity online.
Remember, kindness truly heals!
Let us know how do you show your kindness - post on our page!
#NationalKindnessDay #WorldKindnessDay #KindnessHeals #VisitingNurse #HospiceAtlanta #CompassionInAction #hospiceatlanta
We`ve had a great day honoring our Veteran hospice patients for their courage, service, and connection. Our Veteran Volunteer retired Navy Captain Alan, traveled around to our patients’ homes today, honoring their service with a We Honor Veterans pinning event. A few of our patients honored today are shown here: Duane, an Air Force pilot, and later a commercial pilot, with a flawless 30-year flying record, and Edward “Ted,” a Navy veteran and centenarian honored at age 102.
Alan, our Volunteer and a retired Navy Captain who served aboard the USS Long Beach during the Vietnam War, has spent over 15 years giving back to fellow veterans through visits and veteran pinning ceremonies. Through these events, Alan brings honor, understanding, recognition, and the unique bond that only a fellow service member can share.
#veteransday #volunteers #veteranvolunteers #hospicealtanta #visitingnursehealthsystem
This Veterans Day, Visiting Nurse | Hospice Atlanta proudly honors the brave men and women who have served our country. We are especially grateful for the opportunity to care for Veterans and their families with compassion, dignity, and respect—today and every day.
#VeteransDay #HospiceAtlanta #visitingnursehealthsystem #HonoringOurHeroes
Our Visiting Nurse Community Care Program leaders were proud to participate in today’s Newton County Senior Center community event, sharing how our full continuum of healthcare, aging services and provider networks offer the necessary care and resources needed. Every conversation and resource provided ensures those who need care know about the resources available, and understand the steps to access the healthcare and services they need.
Make a difference in someone’s life today!
Volunteer with Visiting Nurse | Hospice Atlanta and bring comfort, support, and joy to patients and families.
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Visiting Nurse loves celebrating Our Amazing Home Health PTs and PTAs!
October is Physical Therapy Month, and our Home Health leader Jacqueline Ralph Blair brought the team together for a fun evening of bowling to celebrate the incredible work they bring into homes every day. This celebration was a small way to say thank you for the big impact they make in people’s lives.
In these times, connection and appreciation mean more than ever — and it was wonderful to spend time together as a team. 💙
#PhysicalTherapyMonth #HomeHealth #TeamVNHS #Rehabilitation #ThankYouPTs #EmployeeAppreciation
Congratulations to our employee of the month!
🎉 Congratulations to our Employee of the Month, Kim Shuford!
Kim’s dedication, compassion, and commitment to this organization is second to none. She consistently goes above and beyond her role, each day, helping behind the scenes, truly embody the mission of Visiting Nurse Health System. Her commitment to excellence, drive and team spirit are key to how she consistently supports our clinical teams and our care partners to care for our patients and families. We are so grateful Kim is part of our team, and celebrate the positive impact she makes every day here at Visiting Nurse.
Please join us in celebrating Kim for this well-deserved recognition! 👏👏
#EmployeeOfTheMonth #TeamVNH #ExcellenceInCare
🌟 Hospice Atlanta is proud to have been a sponsor of the 2025 ALS Walk in Atlanta! 🌟
Our team was honored to walk alongside our patients families, friends, and community partners, all coming together to raise awareness and honor those affected by ALS. It was an inspiring day filled with hope, strength, and compassion. 💜
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and supported this important cause. Together, we are making a difference!
📸 Check out some moments from this special day below.
#ALSWalk #HospiceAtlanta #CommunityCare #TogetherForALS
Honored to bring together distinguished individuals from across Georgia at this week`s Healthcare Champions community event at the Buckhead Club. We are grateful for our sponsor, Cadence Bank, for their support, and to the amazing keynote speaker Amaka Eneanya, MD, MPH, FASN, whose insights and expertise inspired meaningful dialogue among the packed room of leaders. hashtag#community hashtag#healthcareforall hashtag#georgia hashtag#visitingnursehealthsystem hashtag#hospiceatlanta
