VNA in the News
Staff and volunteers of VNA work to support the integrity and independence of families in the community by providing quality in-home care services to elderly and disabled adults and primary health care and related health services to children in need and their families.
The following News articles about the VNA or programs related to our mission may be of interest.
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“Caring for Kids" Campaign 2008
In Montgomery County 7,764 children do not receive regular primary health care services. Not receiving these services negatively impacts the growth, development and health of these children.
For over 85 years VNA has been providing quality health services to our community. Individuals, businesses and foundations have long supported this agency’s efforts to help our community.
This year we are asking you and your business to support our efforts by making a contribution to the Children’s Health Centers of VNA.
Participating in the 2008 "Caring for Kids" Campaign is good for the community and makes good business sense. Your company’s participation in the Caring for Kids Campaign will: Improve the quality of life for community members; assist in providing health services to at-risk children in our community; create a healthier community.
By participating your company will gain: enhanced reputation, enhanced brand recognition, increased employee and customer loyalty, strengthened relationships with customers, vendors and clients, improved relations with government, the community and key stake holders.
VNA wants to especially thank the following 2007 "Caring for Kids" Campaign key sponsors: Firstrust, Kreisher-Miller, Pitcairn and Prudential Financial.
For additional information on the VNA and the 2008 “Caring for Kids” Campaign, please contact Denise T. Frattara, CFRE at 215-572-7880
PRESS RELEASE
November 2006
VNA PARTNERS WITH SIEMEN’S MEDICAL SOLUTIONS FOR UNITED WAY DAYS OF CARING
Through the United Way of Southeastern PA’s Days of Caring Program, the Visiting Nurse Association-Community Services (VNA) was the recipient of “Welcome Bundles” from the generous employees of Siemens Medical Solutions, USA, Inc.
PRESS RELEASE
September 14, 2006
VNA RECEIVES $3,000 FROM THE UPPER DUBLIN TWINING VALLEY GOLF CLASSIC
Abington, PA—The Upper Dublin Township Board of Commissioners distributed proceeds from the June 2006 Upper Dublin Twining Valley Golf Classic at its September monthly meeting. The Golf Classic, hosted by Philadelphia News icon Larry Kane, is organized each year to benefit local organizations serving Upper Dublin and the surrounding community. VNA-Community Services, Inc. received a check in the amount of $3,000 from the Commissioners.
Since its inception, the Upper Dublin Twining Valley Golf Classic has distributed more than $800,000 to local charities. VNA-Community Services, Inc. is proud and grateful to be one of the organizations chosen to receive funds from this annual tournament.
VNA provides services to 4,000 individuals each year through the Children’s Health Centers, In-Home Services to the elderly, Preschool Screening Program and RX Support programs. For more information on the VNA please contact the agency at 215-572-7880.
Nurse-run Health Centers Seeking Higher Reimbursements
Philadelphia Business Journal
April 8, 2005
Times Herald
July 4, 2005
