Community Events

Community Events

Visiting Nurse Health System | Hospice Atlanta has been an integral part of the Metro Atlanta community since 1948. From our clinicians bringing health care and aging services into our patients’ homes, to our dedicated leaders, supporters and ambassadors, who educate our community about the mission impact Visiting Nurse has in Georgia.  We invite you to join us at any of our upcoming events, as together, we continue to make a difference in communities throughout Georgia.

 


August 1, 2024

Hospice Atlanta A Sponsor at the “Made Whole” Senior Resource Fair

Visiting Nurse | Hospice Atlanta will be a sponsor at the “Made Whole” Senior Resource Fair, taking place on Thursday, August 1, 2024 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at The Church of the Apostles, 3585 Northside Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA. Admission is free.

Hospice Atlanta is a sponsor of this event, at which you can learn more about care and services available to meet the increasing needs of our aging population. This event features one-on-one interaction with representatives of 50 senior industry experts who are recognized as providing the very best senior services of all kinds in Metro-Atlanta. This event is open to everyone from children caring for adults to adults caring for children!

For more information, click the EventBrite link here: “Made Whole Senior Resource Fair EventBrite Link


November 8-10, 2024

Camp STARS Bereavement Camp

Camp STARS is the Annual Hospice Atlanta Annual Weekend Bereavement Camp held at Camp Twin Lakes, Rutledge, GA. For more information or to register, go to our website page, Camp STARS . To contact our Camp STARS team directly, you can either email here Camp STARS or call (404) 215-6051.  See you at camp!


October-November 2022

Landscapes of Grief Workshop

Landscapes of Grief is a five-week grief-support group series, offered in partnership with Hospice Atlanta. This group is open to anyone in the community who is grieving the death of a loved one, and is willing to commit to attending all five sessions.

  • Location:  The Cathedral of St. Philip
  • Facilitated by: Gillian Renault and Cathy Cannon Zappa

Series Dates: October 16, 23, 30 & November 11, 20 from 3:30pm-5pm. 

To Register or for more information, please email chandelle.carter@vnhs.org.
Click here to download the Landscapes of Grief flyer


November 4-6, 2022

Camp STARS

Camp STARS Annual Weekend Bereavement Camp at Camp Twin Lakes, Rutledge, GA.                                                 For more information, please contact our Camp STARS team at Camp STARS or call (404) 215-6051.


April 24, 2021

Your Love, Your Loss – Free Virtual Zoom Event

Ken Ross & Dianne Gray, of the Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Foundation, discuss the powerful principles surrounding love, loss, death and grief as taught by world-renown author Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross.

Learn how these principles relate to each of us today, as we try to find hope while coping with loss and change while living alongside COVID-19.

To register on Eventbrite click this link: Your Love Your Loss


June 21, 2021

Brookhaven Wealth Management’s 2021 Charity Golf|Tennis Classic & Fundraiser

The 2021 Charity Golf|Tennis Classic & Fundraiser is hosted by The Cardinal Rock Charitable Foundation, the family foundation of long-time Camp STARS volunteer, Chris Cosenza. This year’s event will be held at the beautiful Dunwoody Country Club.

The Cardinal Rock Charitable Foundation will again be generously donating all net proceeds from this event to Camp STARS!

2019’s first annual Golf Classic was a HUGE success, raising over $47,000!

Here is a glimpse of last year’s event’s success, while illustrating Chris and his family’s story where their passion to help others with loss began: Click Here to Watch Video about The Cardinal Rock Charitable Foundation.    To Register or for more information please visit event website:  2021 Charity Golf & Tennis Classic Website.


October 2021

Fall Fiesta and the Walk to End Alzheimer’s VNHS Team Event.


November 6-8, 2021

Camp STARS at Camp Twin Lakes

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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.

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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.
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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.

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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! 🎉

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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.

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