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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 27, 2021

VNA & Blue Water Hospice is asking for your photos!

Visiting Nurse Association and Blue Water Hospice is inviting the community to submit scenic photos to be used at the Blue Water Hospice Home. We are renovating patient rooms at the Blue Water Hospice Home, located in Marysville, and want to include scenic photos (must not include people). Each room […]

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.

February 1, 2021

Shining Star – Melissa Whitesell-DeGuise

Melissa has been with VNA & Blue Water Hospice since 2018 and was recently honored as a Shining Star. Jessica recognized Melissa as a Shining Star! “She strives to provide the best patient care. Without hesitation, she will work in the field or the Hospice Home, wherever she is needed. […]

February 1, 2021

Shining Star – Haley Rock

In her role at the Blue Water Hospice Home, Haley provides care to patients when their home is no longer an option. She is responsible for carrying out a patient’s individualized plan of care, maintain comfort while navigating the ups and downs of the disease process, and working with the […]

February 1, 2021

Shining Star – Steve McMahon

Steve has been with VNA & Blue Water Hospice since 2016 and was recently honored as a Shining Star. Barb recognized Steve as a Shining Star! “Steve always does whatever needs to be done for our patients. He is always professional, using his quick wit and caring manner to set […]

February 1, 2021

Shining Star – Steve McCorry

As the head of Human Resources, Steve is tasked with being the voice and advocate of the employees. A position he doesn’t take lightly. He says, “I love to help people, whether it be recruiting and selecting talent to orientation or maintaining health and benefit plans.” Prior to coming to […]

February 1, 2021

Shining Star – Barb Lavery

Barb has been with VNA & Blue Water Hospice since 2018 and was recently honored as a Shining Star! Greg recognized Barb as a Shining Star! Barb has gone above and beyond to maintain stable leadership to her team. During this pandemic, the Home Health Care team has had to […]