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A Community Newsletter from Cornerstone VNA-April 2016
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Caregivers Connect Event Coming In May
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Caregiving for a loved one with Alzheimer's
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Cornerstone VNA is offering a free Alzheimer's Caregivers event on May 5 at the Governor's Inn on 78 Wakefield Street in Rochester from 2-5pm. Please come and be our guest at this event, the first in our Caregivers Connect series. Speakers include author A. Michael Bloom and Gerontologist Dr. John Hopkins. The first 50 caregiver registrants will receive a free copy of Michael Bloom's book, "The Accidental Caregiver's Survival Guide-Your Roadmap to Caregiving Without Regret." Trained staff and volunteers from Cornerstone VNA will be providing on-site respite care, in a safe and welcoming environment, for caregivers who wish to attend the event. More details and event program here. RSVP to [email protected] or call 603-332-1133 x115.
Caregivers Connect is Generously Underwritten by:
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New Cornerstone VNA Video
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Cornerstone VNA recently worked with CGI Communications to create a brief video that showcases the many programs and services that we provide to our patients and the community.
Look for this image on our website to watch our video.
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Introducing New Telehealth Units for Patients
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Since 1998, Cornerstone VNA has been providing patients with Telehealth, an in-home disease management system to closely monitor chronic illnesses. Recently, Cornertone VNA introduced a more advanced Telehealth program using a 4G-enabled 10" Samsung tablet. The Telehealth units monitor vital signs, provide medication reminders, real-time videoconferencing and high-risk alerts. Patients also answer disease specific daily symptom questions through the tablet. With a focus on education, the tablets offer a wide range of videos and information on chronic diseases, which includes congestive heart failure, pulmonary disease and diabetes. Learn more by reading our
brochure or contact our office for additional information.
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Cornerstone VNA Offers PCSP Training
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The Life Care Program at Cornerstone VNA will be offering a certification program for anyone interested in becoming a Personal Care Service Provider (PCSP). A PCSP is a person who performs and assists with routine tasks of daily living for persons with disabilities and special health needs. In general, a PCSP is someone who helps people live as independent as possible.
Sandy Powers, Registered Nurse, Donne Marchetto, Physical Therapist and Janice Howard, Life Care Private Duty Director are the instructors of this training. The cost is $40 and will take place on May 24th & 25th from 3-7:30pm at Cornerstone VNA at 178 Farmington Road, Rochester, NH. Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of this training program.
To register, please download our registration form or contact Janice Howard, Life Care Director at 603-332-1133 x108 or e-mail Janice.
After successfully completing this class, individuals are welcome to apply to be considered for a position at Cornerstone VNA as a PCSP.
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Seen here is Erika Lee, Director of Advancement for Cornerstone VNA and Julie Reynolds, CEO of Cornerstone VNA
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Townsquare Media NH recently announced that Cornerstone VNA was one of the recipients of the 2016 Year of Service Award. In its 29th year, the Year of Service award is a comprehensive on-air and digital program designed to make a significant contribution to local non-profit organizations on The Shark 105.3 & 102.1 FM, and on WOKQ 97.5 FM. It consists of one $100,000 campaign, and multiple quarterly awards spread out over both stations and their digital platforms. As a 2nd Quarter Award Winner, Cornerstone VNA will be able to record special Public Service Announcements that will be on-air from May 23 - August 21.
"This award is pivotal in terms of increasing awareness of the comprehensive programs and services that Cornerstone VNA provides within our communities. We are most grateful for this recognition and valuable commitment of air time," states Erika Lee, Director of Advancement at Cornerstone VNA.
You can find out more about this award here.
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Hospice Volunteer Training Coming Soon!
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Cornerstone VNA is offering a comprehensive hospice volunteer training program.
The training will begin on April 26 from 1:00-3:00pm and run for eight weeks.
Advanced registration is required. Reserve your spot today by contacting Nikki Hopewill, Bereavement Coordinator by:
e-mail: [email protected]
phone: 603-332-1133 x 119
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Additional Volunteer Opportunities
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Join our "Circle of Caring" Volunteer Program by becoming a Companion, Senior Companion, Hospice, Pet Therapy or Office Volunteer. Click
here
to learn more or
e-mail
our Volunteer Coordinator.
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Volunteers Recognized During Volunteer Week
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April 10-16 was National Volunteer Appreciation Week and we are proud to recognize our 49 Volunteers who volunteered 3,655 hours in 2015!
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Seen here l-r are; Ann Vennard, Volunteer Coordinator, Mabel, and Mary Anne, Companion Volunteer.
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During Volunteer Week, we honored our wonderful volunteers at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast on April 12. Hosted by the Holiday Inn Express in Rochester, the breakfast was a celebration of the volunteerism of hospice, office, companion and senior companion volunteers and board members. Stonewall Kitchen, Trader Joe's, Calef's Country Store, Woodticks, Ox Pond Press, Boyd and Doyle Giftware, NH Pins, Windjammers Seafood Restaurant and Granite Steak and Grill provided thank you gifts and door prizes for our dedicated volunteers! Big thanks to photographer John Huff at Foster's Daily Democrat for being there! Details and photos here.
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Celebrating Social Work and OT Month!
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L to R: Lori Gilbert, OT, Jen Galinas, OT, Sally Grover, OT/Lymphadema, Deanna Danie, COTA, Katie Michaud, OT/Pedi, and Becky Ford, OT. Not pictured: Meghan Cavanough, OT, Dementia, Jessica Lee, OTR/L and Renee Napolitano, OT/Ultrasound. |
In March we celebrated Social Work Month and this month is Occupational Therapy Month! We are proud to have such dedicated and talented professionals on the Cornerstone VNA team!
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| L to R: Julie McCabe, Hollie Crosbie, and Sharon Omand. |
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At the Board of Directors Annual Meeting last month, Cornerstone VNA Board Members elected their new officers. Thank you Jean Corvinus for your leadership as our Board President over the past 3 years and congratulations to our new Board President, Susan Gaudiello. Susan has a wealth of experience in home care, serving as the Executive Director of the Home Care Association of New Hampshire for 19 years. She is also an active community member serving as a Selectman for the Town of Barrington, Board President of the Barrington Public Library and member of the Friends of the Barrington Public Library.
Board Officers:
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L to R: New Board President, Susan Gaudiello, Cornerstone CEO Julie Reynolds and Immediate Past President, Jean Corvinus, RN. |
Susan Gaudiello, President
Sharla Rollins, Vice President
Paul Drager, J.D., Treasurer
Ruth Henderson, Secretary
Board Members:
Archana Bhargava, MD
Jean Corvinus, Immediate Past President
Cathy DiPentima
Kimberlyn Edgerly
Jacqueline Fitzpatrick, RN, MS, NP, CNE, Board Member at Large
Brian Gasbarro
TJ Jean
Frank Smart
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Save the Date - Friday, October 21
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Hats off for Hospice is a MUST Event for your Fall Calendar!
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Hats off for Hospice is a special dinner and silent auction event on Friday, October 21, 2016 at 6pm at the Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel in Portsmouth, NH. Proceeds from this fundraising event will be used to support the many grateful patients receiving Hospice Care from Cornerstone VNA.
In addition to dinner, dancing and entertainment, guests will enjoy delectable hors d'oeuvres while browsing an array of auction items that will include a collection of seasonal hats and unique items and experiences related to Spring, Summer, Winter and Fall. During the event, we will also be collecting new or handmade hats and scarves, which will be donated to cancer treatment facilities in our region.
There are many ways to get involved!
- I'd like to become a Sponsor or donate an Auction Item! Details here.
- I'd like to buy tickets!
- I'd like to volunteer!
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