We Honor Veterans
Hospice Atlanta is proudly bringing care home to those
who served our country by partnering with We Honor Veterans.
We Honor Veterans
We Honor Veterans is a national campaign that advocates for the hospice care of veterans. It is a collaboration between the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization and the Department of Veterans Affairs which have set standards for all hospice systems concerning end-of-life treatment for these heroic individuals. Veterans often require medical, emotional and spiritual end-of-life care specifically tailored for them. Hospice Atlanta is greatly honored to be a partner in this important alliance. To qualify, we have committed to:
- Providing veteran-centric education to all our staff.
- Administering the highest standard of care and support to our veteran patients and their families.
- Strengthening our relationships with the VA medical system and other veteran-based organizations.
- Giving veterans and their families increased access to our hospice services.
In addition to these We Honor Veterans’ requirements, Hospice Atlanta provides veterans with other special services, including coordinating care with the VA and helping to assess benefits, conducting special pinning ceremonies celebrating their years of service and connecting veterans to other veterans.
We have a special place in our hearts for these men and women who so bravely served our country. It is how, with our utmost respect, we proudly can be of service to them.
If you are a veteran interested in volunteering with Hospice Atlanta to help us recognize, thank and share companionship with our veteran patients, please email our Volunteer Coordinator or call (404) 848-7955.
Veterans’ Stories
Hospice Atlanta and StoryCorps invited these local Veterans to share their stories about their dedication to protecting and preserving our freedom, as well as their experience with hospice. Click the links below to listen and reflect.
Ron Stewart, Hospice Volunteer
Hospice Atlanta Center Veteran volunteer Ron Stewart, 83, speaks with Jim Fox about his time in the British Royal Air Force (RAF) when he enlisted in 1951 and served in England and Germany. Ron has been a volunteer with Hospice Atlanta for more than 7 years and was honored with our 2012 Community Service Award.
Jerry Fleeman, Hospice Volunteer (Camp STARS, Pet Therapy)
In 1973, at the age of 18, Jerry Fleeman enlisted and trained as a medic in the Army. After a robust 17-year career, a medical discharge placed him back in the civilian world. Jerry has volunteered at Camp STARS for many years and also actively participates in our volunteer program by providing pet therapy with his two dogs. Here he is talking to fellow Hospice Atlanta volunteer Jim Fox about his post-military life and career.
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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
🎉We celebrate 77 years of caring for you, Georgia!
Since our founding in 1948, Visiting Nurse has grown from just two nurses serving Fulton and DeKalb counties to today, your trusted in-home healthcare, hospice and aging services provider, bringing you the FULL healthcare continuum in the comfort of the place you call home!
We are proud of our history—and even more excited for the future. Thank you for allowing us to care for you, Georgia, for 77 years and growing! 💙
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Today Is National Grief Awareness Day
📸 Let’s turn awareness into action.
📢 Text `CampSTARS` to 71777
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#NoOneGrievesAlone
Our Camp STARS bereavement camp is designed to help those that have lost a loved one know they are not alone and that their feelings of loss are normal. This weekend family camp provides a safe environment for both children and adults to share their feelings, meet others in similar situations, and have fun while learning how to grieve in an emotionally healthy way. This year`s camp is November 7-9, learn more here. https://vnhs.org/hospice-atlanta/camp-stars/
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In honor of National Grief Awareness month...
Tag someone who’s been there for you during grief.
Share your memorable moments of remembrance.
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#HealingTogether
3 Days to National Grief Awareness Day, August 30.
What Will You Do?”
📲 Click here and donate or fundraise! https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/CampSTARS
Hospice Atlanta`s Camp STARS Bereavement camp
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Grief Can Look Like this.
Grief is complicated — especially for children.
Grief Awareness Month: we invite you to please share your story and tag us to raise awareness this month!
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Supporting our community as they grieve is important this month, National Grief Awareness Month, and every month here at Hospice Atlanta.
Another way we support those who have suffered a loss is with Camp STARS- our weekend family bereavement camp. For 31 years, we`ve provided a safe environment for adults and children to share their feelings, meet others in similar situations, and have fun while learning how to grieve in an emotionally healthy way.
Hear from our campers how important Camp is to their journey.
📱Text CampSTARS to 71777 to support healing.
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August is National Grief Awareness Month.
Grief isn’t something we ‘get over’ — it’s something we learn to live with. This August, please join along in honoring all who grieve, and let`s raise awareness around grief, together.
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💙 Compassion in Action. Care at Home. 💚
At Visiting Nurse Health System | Hospice Atlanta, we are your solution to healthcare and aging in the home.
For over 75 years, we’ve served metro Atlanta with trusted healthcare in the home rooted in dignity, respect, and clinical excellence. We bring expert, compassionate care directly to the homes for every stage of your healthcare journey. From home health after an injury, surgery or life event, to safe & compassionate end of life care with Hospice Atlanta, we’re honored to be part of your care journey.
📍 Proudly non-profit. Proudly local.
Learn more or refer a loved one: www.vnhs.org
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Come and learn with us!
Hospice Atlanta is a proud vendor at the upcoming Made Whole Senior Resource Fair and we`d love to see you there!
This even has Free Admission AND Free Parking!
Come and learn from the best in Georgia`s aging industry experts! #aginggracefully #seniorliving #hospiceatlanta #visitingnursehealthsystem
It`s been a great month celebrating our July Employee of the Month!
Thank you Chintan!
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