VNS Health

VNS Health, established in 1893 by nursing pioneers Lillian D. Wald and Mary M. Brewster, is a leading not-for-profit home and community-based health care organization in the United States. With over 16,500 staff members, VNS Health provides a comprehensive range of services designed to help individuals live, age, and heal in the comfort of their own homes.

The focus is on keeping patients connected to their families and communities while receiving care.

Home Care Services

VNS Health offers various home care services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its patients:

• Personal Care Services: Assistance with daily activities to support independent living.
• Nursing Care: Skilled nursing services for medical needs at home.
• Senior Care: Specialized programs focusing on the health and well-being of older adults.
• Rehabilitation Therapy: Physical, occupational, and speech therapy to aid recovery and improve quality of life.
• Wound Care: Professional management of wounds to promote healing.
• After-Surgery Care: Support and monitoring following surgical procedures to ensure a smooth recovery.

Hospice Care

VNS Health provides compassionate hospice care that focuses on comfort, relief, and peace of mind for individuals facing serious illnesses. The hospice team offers comprehensive support to patients and their families.

The emphasis is on maintaining quality of life and dignity throughout the care process.

Health Plans

The organization offers a range of health plans designed to meet the needs of its diverse patient population. These include:

• VNS Health MLTC: A Managed Long-Term Care program for Medicaid-eligible seniors requiring day-to-day assistance.
• VNS Health EasyCare (HMO) and EasyCare Plus (HMO D-SNP): Medicare Advantage plans providing comprehensive coverage.
• VNS Health Total (HMO D-SNP): A Medicare Advantage plan for individuals eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid.
• SelectHealth: A health plan offering various services to meet multiple health care needs.

Behavioral Health Programs

VNS Health offers specialized behavioral health programs that deliver consistent, coordinated care to individuals facing mental health challenges.

These programs are designed to support patients in achieving optimal mental well-being within their communities.

Community Centers

VNS Health operates community centers in several New York City neighborhoods, including Chinatown, Sunset Park, and Flushing.

These centers provide health and wellness programs, social services, and community events to foster connections and support among local residents.

Locations

VNS Health operates in multiple locations across New York and New Jersey, including:

• Elizabeth, NJ, USA: Main office.
• New York, NY, USA: Multiple offices.
• Jersey City, NJ, USA: Office location.
• New Rochelle, NY, USA: Office location.
• Mount Vernon, NY, USA: Office location.

These locations enable VNS Health to provide comprehensive care and support to a wide community across the region.

VNS Health's commitment to innovation and quality care has been recognized with numerous awards from the American Nurses Association and the American Public Health Association.

Their dedicated team of professionals continues to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of the communities they serve.