News & Events
News & Events
During severe winter weather, elderly patients feel especially vulnerable and isolated. But despite the snow and sleet, VNSW nurses brave the elements to deliver essential care to homebound patients. Read the NY Times story featuring our nurse, Tam Marino, who had quite the adventure navigating the icy hills of Yonkers to reach her patient.
As we prepare to greet the New Year we, like most people, pause to take a brief look back at the year that is drawing to a close. There is much that we can say about our activities at VNS Westchester in 2013 – many milestones of which we are proud.
But, at the end of the day, it’s not so much about what we say, but what our patients and their families have to say about the care they received from our agency. This, by far, is the most accurate yardstick for measuring our value to the community during the year that has passed.
Therefore, with the permission of the authors, we are pleased to share a few highlights from letters we received in 2013...
VNS Westchester marked the launch of its home healthcare services for Dutchess residents by hosting a networking reception for over 100 healthcare and social service providers in the County. The event, held on October 23rd, at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie was an opportunity to learn about our services and how to coordinate care for patients.
Caring for an elderly loved one who needs assistance can be challenging. Don't get overwhelmed wondering where to start and how to pay for care. Attend this free seminar on October 24th to get answers to your questions from our experts!
When: Wednesday, October 23, 2013, 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Where: The Grandview, 176 Rinaldi Blvd., Poughkeepsie, NY
VNS Westchester and our affiliate, Westchester Care at Home, have been re-accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Program, Inc. (CHAP), indicating that both agencies continue to meet the highest standards of excellence for home healthcare and private duty care...
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According to the most current available data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), VNS Westchester has served as the #1 home healthcare agency in Westchester for two consecutive years.
Westchester Visiting Nurse Services Group, Inc., the parent organization of VNS Westchester and its affiliate agency, Westchester Care at Home, has announced the appointment of six new Board Members. Each brings diverse skills and experience that will help the agency implement its strategic plan for growth while adapting to the changing home care landscape.
Four deserving nursing students from local colleges were the beneficiaries of scholarships totaling $17,500 awarded by VNS Westchester at the March 8th Women's Hall of Fame luncheon, sponsored by the Women's Research and Education Fund.
