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Ninth Annual Clambake A Boost For VNS
One hundred agency supporters recently gathered for VNS’ Ninth Annual Clambake fundraiser.

VNS of Connecticut's Annual Clambake 2010
VNS of Connecticut’s Annual Clambake fundraiser is fast approaching and organizers are looking for your help.

Hospice Memorial Services Set
During the month of May, Hospice at Home™ staff will host memorial services for former patients’ family and friends in Bridgeport , Oxford and Torrington .  Click here to learn more.

VNS Receives Federal Quality Award
Visiting Nurse Services (VNS) of Connecticut, one of the state’s largest providers of home health care services, has been named a quality award winner by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS).

Area Residents Turn Out For Tree Of Light Program
Several hundred southern Connecticut residents turned out for VNS’ 19th Annual Tree of Light program in December.

VNS’ 100th Annual Meeting a Big Hit
The president of the National Association for Home Care and Hospice delivered the key note address, a 92-year-old patient said thank you and the agency’s two 2009 Chairman’s Award winners were announced at this year’s annual meeting on October 20th.  Click here to learn and see more…

VNS and Macy’s offer Shop For A Cause
Macy’s shoppers will be able to get some great deals while supporting home health care services in Connecticut on October 17.  Click here to learn more.

Fun, Food, Fundraising at 2009 Clambake
VNS’ Medically Underserved at Hospice at Home™ programs received a major boost from participants at the 2009 Clambake.  Click here to learn more.

Weather, Economy Does Not Dampen VNS Tree of Light
VNS’ 2008 Tree of Light program was a success in spite of poor weather and a down economy. Click here to read more.

2008 Annual Appeal
Gifts to VNS of Connecticut help us help families like the Reyes’.  Click here to learn more about how you can help.

2008 Tree of Light Program
Join the thousands of Connecticut residents participating in this year’s Tree of Light remembrance ceremonies on December 11Click here to learn more.

Shop For A Cause Program
Click here to learn more about this important partnership between Macy’s Department Stores and VNS of Connecticut.

VNS 2008 Annual Meeting
Connecticut Speaker of the House James Amann was feted for his many years of legislative support for home health care services at VNS’ 99th Annual Meeting.  Click here to learn more about the event.  Click here to view photos from the event.

Connecticut’s Speaker of the House will headline VNS’ 99th Annual Meeting October 7
Click here to learn more about the agency’s special guest speaker at its 99th Annual Meeting

VNS Receives Major Grant To Support Needy
The Fairfield County Community Foundation has made a rare two year commitment to helping VNS provide home health care services for needy people in the area.  Click here to learn more.

Clambake Sets Fundraising Records
It was a banner year for VNS’ Annual Clambake as more than $25,000 was raised during the event in June.  Click here to learn more.

Adult Bereavement Group
Coping with the loss of a loved one is the focus behind a new adult bereavement group beginning April 23. Click here to learn more.

Visit the 2008 Travelers Championship And Support VNS
VNS is partnering with the 2008 Travelers Golf Championship to offer reduced price tickets and the chance to support our organization’s home health efforts. Click here to learn more.

Jeanne Bodyk
VNS of Connecticut Names Jeanne Bodyk Administrator. Click here to learn more. Click here for a photo of Jeanne Bodyk.

Dr. Bruce McDonald
Bridgeport Hospital’s Dr. Bruce McDonald joins VNS 2008 Board of Directors. Click here to learn more. Click here for a photo of Dr. McDonald

VoiceCare
VoiceCare personal emergency response system now available through Partners in Care.  Click here to learn more.

Over 100 Attend VNS 2007 Annual Meeting
It was a full house October 9 when staff, volunteers, board members and agency supporters gathered for VNS’ 98th Annual Meeting. Click here to learn more. Click here to view photos of the event.

Treel of Light Remembrance
Learn more about VNS’ Tree of Light program by clicking here. Click here to download or print a Tree of Light Order Form.

Japanese Health Officials Visit VNS
More than 30 health and home care officials from Japan recently spent two days visiting VNS of Connecticut. Click here to learn more.

Clambake Success
The 2007 Clambake Set New Standards. Click here to read more. To view photos, click here.

New HR VP
Scott Burrows has been named VNS’ new Vice President of Human Resources. Click here for more.

Nightingale Winners
VNS has four Nightingale winners for 2007. To read more, click here.

VNS Retains Elite Status
VNS named elite provider for second consecutive year. Click here to learn more.

Heart Program Attracts National Attention
VNS staff will be presenting heart failure management program at conferences this year. Click here to learn more.

 

 


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