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As a valued supporter and partner of the Visiting Nurse | Hospice Atlanta mission, we wanted to inform you that we were recently notified by Blackbaud, Inc., our third-party vendor, who provides fundraising database management services for nonprofit organizations around the world, including Visiting Nurse Health System...

By: Norene Mostkoff, President & CEO People are social creatures; we crave human connection at some level. Often, the elderly are shut out from the daily hustle and bustle of their family's busy lives. They can get lonely. Recently, a patient reached out to me with a question. After speaking with her, I realized what she really needed was just someone to talk to.

Uncertainty and opportunity. No one has a crystal ball on what changes will come to health care in 2017. (If someone does have a crystal ball, please send me the winning lottery ticket numbers for next Saturday. I prefer the Powerball.) If you have been on planet Earth for the past few months, you know that beginning January 21, 2017 we will have a new President with a new agenda. In addition to having a Republican in the White House, both houses of Congress have a Republican majority. We do not need a crystal ball to know that there will be changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) often referred to as ObamaCare. We can assume that some changes will be good and some will be not-so-good. That is how policy works.

In 1893, 123 years ago, the Visiting Nurse movement began in New York City. It was then that Lillian Wald, the first public health nurse in the United States, began seeing vulnerable people on the lower east side of Manhattan. Back then the Lower East Side...

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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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