Do you work at a facility or primary care office that could use our team? We’re ready to work with your team to deliver seamless, comprehensive, compassionate patient care. We offer on-site staff education, including signs, symptoms, and qualifications for hospice, advance directive planning, medication management, caregiver support, and so much more. We’d love to … Read more
When Dan first joined the Board at VNAHSR, he focused on learning the finances and governance operations of VNAHSR. Then, when a person in his life became ill with terminal cancer, he had the chance to see the high-quality day-to-day compassionate care provided by the nurses and other direct-service caregivers. Dan was often there when … Read more
We’re so grateful for our friends at Lundgren Subaru and their incredible support of Golf Day Fore VNA! Through their commitment to our tournament, Lundgren Subaru helped support vital home health and hospice care we provide to patients and families throughout our communities. Their generosity is a wonderful example of what can happen when local … Read more
VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region proudly announces Jessica Boutin as its new CEO, effective January 1, 2025. With 24 years of dedicated service, Jessica brings proven leadership, a deep commitment to the mission, and strong community ties. She succeeds outgoing CEO Sara King, continuing a legacy of exceptional care across Franklin, Rutland, and Bennington counties.
Sara King, CEO of the VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR) announced her plans to retire after more than 23 years of leadership with the agency. King began with VNAHSR as its Chief Financial Officer, added the responsibilities of Chief Operating Officer in 2016, and promoted to Chief Executive Officer in 2021.
VNAHSR provides training for those interested in becoming hospice volunteers. Training will be held on Friday, January 19 from 8am – 4pm in the Casella Conference Room at the Rutland office, located at 7 Albert Cree Drive. Training is free and open to individuals 16 years of age and older. Volunteers need to pass a background check. No previous hospice and health care experience is required. Pre-registration and proof of COVID-19 vaccination are required.
In a joint statement, Franklin County Home Health Agency (FCHHA) and VNAHSR announced that this decision was a result of months of collaboration between the two agencies.
Like many home health agencies across the country, FCHHA has been affected by numerous challenges, including the low reimbursement rates of Medicaid and Medicare programs and ongoing funding cuts. Enduring such margin pressures is compounded by the challenges of providing home health services in a state as rural as Vermont.
Share your compassion and talents with patients and their families in your community At the VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR), volunteers play a critical role in enhancing the end-of-life experiences of people facing serious illness and their families. Volunteers represent all life experiences and are drawn to hospice for a variety of … Read more
