Jul 06, 2012
As the summer heat kicks in, health officials are reminding residents that heat-related illnesses are a real threat -- especially for seniors.
Jun 17, 2012
Estrella Marcial, a Home Care Aide at VNA HealthCare will be recognized as a 2012 Healthcare Hero at the Connecticut Hospital Association (CHA) Annual Meeting on June 27. She was nominated for this award by Luanne Salcito, Home Care Aide Supervisor.
May 29, 2012
VNA HealthCare, a Hartford HealthCare Partner, received a $50,000 grant from the Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority (CHEFA) to support its Meals on Wheels program.
May 09, 2012
Honoring the exceptional “best of the best” nurses in the state who routinely go beyond the call
May 08, 2012
The treatment of Heart failure patients has been in the news recently with studies suggesting technology isn’t that helpful in curbing readmissions-a major focus of the Federal government and Medicare.
Apr 26, 2012
During National Volunteer Month, VNA HealthCare examines the beneficial relationship between volunteerism and senior health.
Mar 26, 2012
The fourth Tuesday in March is American Diabetes Alert Day. Sponsored by the American Diabetes Association (ADA), this special day is a chance for people all around the world to find out what their risk is for developing this debilitating disease.
Mar 12, 2012
VNA HealthCare and Jefferson House, a department of Hartford Hospital, announced today that they have implemented a Care Transition Program to help patients and families successfully navigate from the skilled nursing facility to home.
Feb 29, 2012
It may surprise many people to learn that 25 percent of those who die every year in the U.S. are Veterans.
Dec 14, 2011
This is the time of year when families who haven’t seen each other in a while have a chance to reunite. It’s also an opportunity for adult children to see firsthand how their elderly family members and friends are faring.