Stories Archives - Page 6 of 9 - Visiting Nurse Association & Blue Water Hospice

March 2, 2021

Ride of a Lifetime

Sherwood Palmateer was given the “Ride of a Lifetime”. Mrs. Palmateer talked about how much her husband would love to see their church, farms, and equipment one last time. Mr. Palmateer is a patient receiving end-of-life care at the Blue Water Hospice Home. Staff at the Hospice Home took it […]

February 16, 2021

VNA and Blue Water Hospice Appoints New Medical Director

Dr. Doru Bali has been appointed Medical Director of Visiting Nurse Association and Blue Water Hospice. Dr. Bali was named to the top medical position when Dr. Anil Patel retired.

February 16, 2021

Quilts of Valour – Dr. Frederick Coop, Royal Canadian Navy

Quilts of Valour – Canada Society is an organization that recognizes veterans for their dedication, sacrifice, and service to their country.

December 17, 2020

BWHH Winter 2020 Hospice Memorial

In years past we gathered, in person, for our annual memorial service in remembrance of those we cared for and lost at the Blue Water Hospice Home.

November 3, 2020

VNA & Blue Water Hospice Celebrates Home Care and Hospice Month in November

In the month of November, we honor our entire team of dedicated frontline caregivers, support staff and volunteers, while celebrating National Home Care and Hospice Month.

October 26, 2020

Quilts of Valor – Jeffrey Shaw, US Army

Quilts of Valor Foundation is an organization that recognizes veterans for their dedication, sacrifice, and service to our country.

October 19, 2020

Why I Volunteer – by Rebecca Falk

There are many volunteer opportunities available to meet your comfort level. Being a part of Blue Water Hospice has given me the opportunity to make a positive difference in one’s end of live experience.

August 3, 2020

Why I Volunteer – Tommy (the dog)

My name is Tommy and I am a Certified Therapy Dog. I love to volunteer at Blue Water Hospice Home because I like to see the surprise followed by smiles when I (a big yellow dog) walk in to say "HI".

July 31, 2020

Shining Star – Paula LaFortune

VNA & Blue Water Hospice leadership honors staff quarterly through the ‘Shining Star’ program, recognizing the extras they do for each other, their patients, and the community. Paula worked many years in oncology. She liked helping these patients, but felt she could be more beneficial to someone at the end […]