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May 5, 2020

Nurses Week – the ‘Year of the Nurse’ is celebrated May 6-12

Ask a nurse why they chose this field, most will say “I wanted to help people”. This choice has never been more important in our lifetime than it is right now. During these last several weeks, we’ve heard nurses referred to as: heroes without capes, rock stars, and miracle workers. […]
January 14, 2020

VNA awards staff at annual meeting

At the annual meeting, Visiting Nurse Association and Blue Water Hospice (VNA/BWH) awarded three staff members with service awards. The awards are named after long-time employees who made an impact on the organization. Bess MacCulloch Award for Outstanding Community Service –Named after the founder, Bess MacCulloch. She founded the organization […]
December 2, 2019

9th annual Light Up a Life campaign kicks off

Visiting Nurse Association and Blue Water Hospice (VNA & BWH) will hold the 9th annual Light Up a Life giving campaign now through December 31. The annual event raises funds for Blue Water Hospice services – for both in-home and Hospice Home patient care. Light Up a Life is an […]
October 24, 2019

November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month

Each month various health-related topics are highlighted, bringing awareness and support throughout the nation. November is dedicated as hospice and palliative care month. Visiting Nurse Association and Blue Water Hospice (VNA & BWH) is proud to provide both services to the community. VNA & BWH is unique in providing the […]
May 6, 2019

Visiting Nurse Association and Blue Water Hospice honors nurses for National Nurses Week

Each year, in recognition of the birth of modern day nursing founder, Florence Nightingale, health organizations around the nation honor their nurses during National Nurses Week, celebrated May 6-12. Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) began because of a need for nurses to provide in-home care. And, this week, VNA celebrates all […]
May 1, 2019

34th annual River Run hosted by Visiting Nurse Association & Blue Water Hospice will be June 1

The sun is out and the days are getting warmer which means it’s almost time for the 34th annual River Run! This year’s event will be Saturday, June 1 at Marysville Park. Participants choose between a 10k or 5k run, 3-mile walk or a 1-mile fun run. The cost is […]