A huge round of applause to home health aide Monica! Monica made a world of difference for Linda, whose husband Chuck had dementia.
"She was the best of all the aides that ever came here. I didn't have to ask her to do anything – she just up and did it."
Check out more of Linda's, Chuck's, and Monica's story:
#HomeHealthAide #DementiaCare #MakingADifference
Why does Amanze love working as a Peer Specialist in our Safe Pathways program?
"A lot of our youth in New York City – we essentially gravitate to the arts as a therapeutic means of self-expression, escapism, and empowerment. I appreciate Safe Pathways so much. I appreciate VNS Health so much for allowing me to do art-based workshops for the youth that we serve. And it has been transformative."
Hear more about Amanze's experience working with youth in NYC.
#PeerSpecialist #YouthMentalHealth #PeerToPeer
When the Spanish-speaking family of a child with cerebral palsy needed instructions for feeding — but the pharmacy only had instructions in English — our team stepped in to get Spanish instructions directly from the vendor.
Watch to learn how the team has helped the child get the support they need, and what it has meant to his family.
#CerebralPalsyCare #HomeCare #AccessToCare #MakingADifference
What are a patient's goals when they start hospice care? That's one of the main questions we ask so that we can truly personalize care. Hear from hospice nurse Golda about meeting patients' and their loved ones' goals:
Last month, we celebrated our incredible team members at our annual award ceremony!
Individuals from departments across the organization were recognized for going above and beyond to provide the highest quality care to our neighbors. A big thank you to each and every one of you for making a difference every day! For the full list of winners and nominees visit: https://bit.ly/48v5LNT
You still have time this Giving Tuesday to make a difference to the lives of New Yorkers in need! Until midnight all gifts will be matched $3-for-$1 up to $125,000. Click below to make a donation.
https://bit.ly/4fxfYfA
🦃 Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
We're so thankful for our team members who make such a difference in the lives of our neighbors. Take a look at how our they helped others and handed out over 300 turkeys at our annual Turkey Giveaway last week. Special thank you to Senator Robert Jackson for joining us. 🙏
Did you know that today is World Diabetes Day?
Diabetes is one of the most common diagnoses we see in our patients. Hear from team members Kathleen and Doni about how we help people with diabetes.
#WorldDiabetesDay #DiabetesCare #DiabetesAwarenessMonth
Veteran's Hospice Program Comes To The Aid Of Grieving Widow
After Vietnam veteran Arnold passed away from cancer related to his service, his wife Cecilia feared losing her home. She didn’t know she was eligible for benefits—until our Veterans Hospice Care program stepped in to help her find the support she needed. Read Arnold & Cecilia's full story here: https://bit.ly/3CwgJGY
#VeteransDay #Hospice #MilitaryVeterans #VeteransHospice
How One Man Overcame Substance Abuse to Run the NYC Marathon
After spending over 18 years battling substance use disorders and other mental health challenges, Adrian is finally back on his feet. Thanks to the support and resources provided by the Health Home program at VNS Health, he’s now on a brighter path forward. Adrian’s journey has led him to run the NYC Marathon, return to school, and become a counselor to help others avoid his past struggles. Read more about Adrian’s story here: https://bit.ly/3YXNHJv
Jensen, one of our Spiritual Care Counselors, spoke with a hospice caregiver who expressed that the support she received soothed her soul and how she viewed him as a son.
#SpiritualCareWeek #HomeCare #Hospice
Your 2025 Health Plan Benefits
If you have Medicare & Medicaid, our health plans are made to fit your needs. Now and in the future. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3WFXqle