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Join, or refer someone to join, our Respite Care Team
Did you know that someone is looking after another adult in one of every four U.S. households? Caregiving is a labor of love but even the most loving and devoted caregiver needs time to care for themselves.
To ease the burden, Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) offers an array of free caregiver support services including the Statewide Respite Care program (SRCP) in Morris, Passaic, Somerset, and Sussex counties through grants received from the New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services. We’re currently looking for Certified Home Health Aides to help provide caregivers with the respite they desperately need. Help make a difference by joining our team or simply sharing this information with a healthcare professional. Go to VNANNJ.org or call 1-800-WE VISIT (1-800-938-4748) for more information. ​
Did you know that Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is the longest-serving VNA in the state of New Jersey? So we know a thing or two about healthy aging and how to successfully “age in place” while avoiding hospitalization and nursing homes. We suggest that you learn more about our home health care services and make a plan to age at home before you have a health emergency.
Medicare and supplemental insurance often do not cover all the care our patients and caregivers need. If you would like to help, please visit vnannj.org/donate or call VNA Foundation at 973-451-4148.
The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is a leading provider of comprehensive home health care services in Morris, Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, Somerset, and Passaic Counties in Northern New Jersey. Established in 1898, generations have known that just one call to VNA opens the door to quality, patient-centered home health care solutions that allow patients to remain in the comfort of their homes with dignity, health, and independence.
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Caregivers Need Care Too11/28/2023  Free Respite Care May be Available to You Someone is looking after another adult in one of every four U.S. households. While caregiving can be a rewarding expression of love, it’s also physically, emotionally and spiritually demanding, and even the most loving and devoted caregiver needs respite time. The Statewide Respite Care Program (SRCP) provides free respite care to those who qualify. Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) administers the SRCP program in Morris, Somerset, Sussex, and Passaic counties through grants received from the New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services. A friendly, knowledgeable VNA professional can work with you to determine your eligibility. Go to: VNANNJ.org or call 1-800-WE VISIT (1-800-938-4748) for more information. Did you know that Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is the longest-serving VNA in the state of New Jersey? So we know a thing or two about healthy aging and how to successfully “age in place” while avoiding hospitalization and nursing homes. We suggest that you learn more about our home health care services and make a plan to age at home before you have a health emergency. Medicare and supplemental insurance often do not cover all the care our patients and caregivers need. If you would like to help, please visit vnannj.org/donate or call VNA Foundation at 973-451-4148. The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is a leading provider of comprehensive home health care services in Morris, Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, Somerset, and Passaic Counties in Northern New Jersey. Established in 1898, generations have known that just one call to VNA opens the door to quality, patient-centered home health care solutions that allow patients to remain in the comfort of their homes with dignity, health, and independence. © All content on The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey's website, including blog posts, may be reproduced only if attributed to our organization with a link to vnannj.org.
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Thankful for Home11/21/2023  We give thanks to those who help our patients remain at home. All of us at Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, shared with family and friends in the comfort of home. This holiday reminds us to be welcoming and kind, and to appreciate the important people in our lives. As you share this holiday with those who may be homebound or aging in place, pay special attention to their healthcare needs so you can help them find the care they need before there's a health emergency. Did you know that Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is the longest-serving VNA in the state of New Jersey? So we know a thing or two about healthy aging and how to successfully “age in place” while avoiding hospitalization and nursing homes. Medicare and supplemental insurance often do not cover all the care our patients and caregivers need. If you would like to help, please visit vnannj.org/donate or call VNA Foundation at 973-451-4148. The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is a leading provider of comprehensive home health care services in Morris, Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, Somerset, and Passaic Counties in Northern New Jersey. Established in 1898, generations have known that just one call to VNA opens the door to quality, patient-centered home health care solutions that allow patients to remain in the comfort of their homes with dignity, health, and independence. © All content on The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey's website, including blog posts, may be reproduced only if attributed to our organization with a link to vnannj.org.
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Special Edition Home Care & Hospice Month11/14/2023 November is:
Did you know that Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is the longest-serving VNA in the state of New Jersey? So we know a thing or two about helping seniors “age in place” to avoid hospitalization and nursing homes, and also what services people need to recover from illness and surgery at home. We suggest that you learn more about our home health care services and make a plan to age at home before you have a health emergency. Medicare and supplemental insurance often do not cover all the care our patients and caregivers need. If you would like to help, please visit vnannj.org/donate or call VNA Foundation at 973-451-4148. The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is a leading provider of comprehensive home health care services in Morris, Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, Somerset, and Passaic Counties in Northern New Jersey. Established in 1898, generations have known that just one call to VNA opens the door to quality, patient-centered home health care solutions that allow patients to remain in the comfort of their homes with dignity, health, and independence. © All content on The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey's website, including blog posts, may be reproduced only if attributed to our organization with a link to vnannj.org.
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  Strengthening, stretching, balance, and aerobic exercises will keep you active, mobile, and feeling great. People tend to pursue just one type of exercise or activity and think that’s enough. Research shows that seniors should do four types of exercise, each with different benefits. Also, the variety helps keep you interested. According to the National Institute on Aging, the following four types of exercises can help improve seniors’ health and physical ability: Strength: Designed to strengthen your muscles, these exercises include activities like lifting weights, carrying groceries, gripping a tennis ball, lifting your body weight, or using a resistance band. Endurance: Endurance exercises help increase your breathing and heart rate so you can carry out daily tasks. Endurance activities include: Walking or jogging, dancing, climbing stairs, and swimming. If your mobility is limited, you can even march in place or march while sitting. Balance: Lower-body strengthening exercises can help improve balance and prevent falls. Adding balance-specific exercises to your routine is important as well. Tai Chi, standing on one foot, heel-to-toe walks, and standing from a seated position are all great activities that promote balance. Flexibility: These activities can help make it easier for you to bend down to tie your shoes or to look over your shoulders when needed. Flexibility exercises include stretching and yoga. Did you know that Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is the longest-serving VNA in the state of New Jersey? So we know a thing or two about helping seniors “age in place” to avoid hospitalization and nursing homes, and also what services people need to recover from illness and surgery at home. We suggest that you learn more about our home health care services and make a plan to age at home before you have a health emergency. Medicare and supplemental insurance often do not cover all the care our patients and caregivers need. If you would like to help, please visit vnannj.org/donate or call VNA Foundation at 973-451-4148. The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is a leading provider of comprehensive home health care services in Morris, Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, Somerset, and Passaic Counties in Northern New Jersey. Established in 1898, generations have known that just one call to VNA opens the door to quality, patient-centered home health care solutions that allow patients to remain in the comfort of their homes with dignity, health, and independence. © All content on The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey's website, including blog posts, may be reproduced only if attributed to our organization with a link to vnannj.org.
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Why We Need More Skin Protection As We Age10/31/2023  Aging Risk of Skin Cancer As we age, our risk of developing skin cancer can increase so it is crucial for older adults to protect their skin from the sun by using sunscreen, wearing protective clothing, and seeking shade. Here are some key points regarding the aging risk of skin cancer:
More Safety Measures Protection from the sun is just the beginning. By adopting preventive measures and maintaining regular skin health check-ups, the risk of skin cancers can be mitigated:
Did you know that Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is the longest-serving VNA in the state of New Jersey? So we know a thing or two about helping seniors “age in place” to avoid hospitalization and nursing homes, and also what services people need to recover from illness and surgery at home. We suggest that you learn more about our home health care services and make a plan to age at home before you have a health emergency. Medicare and supplemental insurance often do not cover all the care our patients and caregivers need. If you would like to help, please visit vnannj.org/donate or call VNA Foundation at 973-451-4148. The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is a leading provider of comprehensive home health care services in Morris, Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, Somerset, and Passaic Counties in Northern New Jersey. Established in 1898, generations have known that just one call to VNA opens the door to quality, patient-centered home health care solutions that allow patients to remain in the comfort of their homes with dignity, health, and independence. © All content on The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey's website, including blog posts, may be reproduced only if attributed to our organization with a link to vnannj.org.
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  Did you know that Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is the longest-serving VNA in the state of New Jersey? Since 1898 we have counted on community support to fulfill our mission and we need your help now more than ever because Medicare and supplemental insurance often do not cover all the care our patients and caregivers need. The 2023 Lighting the Way virtual gala video tells a story we can all relate to and it is still available to view – simply click here or on the image above. Although the Silent Auction is closed, we encourage you to view the video and visit vnannj.org/gala to donate. Your generosity supports programs and services that VNA provides in Morris, Hunterdon, Warren, Sussex, Somerset, and Passaic Counties. Thank you! Get to know Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) now, and all the home health services available to you and your loved ones, before you have a health emergency. We are proud to be the longest-serving VNA in the state of New Jersey, so we know a thing or two about helping seniors. The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is a leading provider of comprehensive home health care services in Morris, Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, Somerset, and Passaic Counties in Northern New Jersey. Established in 1898, generations have known that just one call to VNA opens the door to quality, patient-centered home health care solutions that allow patients to remain in the comfort of their homes with dignity, health, and independence. © All content on The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey's website, including blog posts, may be reproduced only if attributed to our organization with a link to vnannj.org.
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Register Now, See all Auction Items10/10/2023  Register Now and Browse All Auction Items Click here or on any item to register, view event information, see all auction items, and donate.
Did you know that Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is the longest-serving VNA in the state of New Jersey? So we know a thing or two about healthy aging and how to successfully “age in place” while avoiding hospitalization and nursing homes. We suggest that you learn more about our home health care services and make a plan to age at home before you have a health emergency. Medicare and supplemental insurance often do not cover all the care our patients and caregivers need. If you would like to help, please visit vnannj.org/donate or call VNA Foundation: 973-451-4148.  The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is a leading provider of comprehensive home health care services in Morris, Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, Somerset, and Passaic Counties in Northern New Jersey. Established in 1898, generations have known that just one call to VNA opens the door to quality, patient-centered home health care solutions that allow patients to remain in the comfort of their homes with dignity, health, and independence. © All content on The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey's website, including blog posts, may be reproduced only if attributed to our organization with a link to vnannj.org.
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Did You Know? 5 Inflation Fighting Tips10/4/2023  Little Changes Add Up to Big Savings 1. Just about everyone has some monthly spending they can reduce: Whether dining out less frequently, canceling unused subscriptions, making coffee at home, or finding more cost-effective entertainment options. Little expenditures add up. 2. Not everyone is a savings expert: Start taking advantage of coupons, promotional codes, and loyalty programs when shopping for groceries, clothing, and other goods. Compare prices and seek out deals to get the best value for your money. Purchasing items in bulk can often lead to lower per-unit costs, especially for non-perishable goods. Just be sure to buy items you regularly use to avoid waste. 3. Wasted energy is a big expense: Seal drafts, upgrade insulation, switch to energy-efficient appliances, and adjust thermostat settings to save on heating and cooling costs. 4. Transportation is a big one but hard for many people to accept: Reducing your reliance on a personal vehicle can help you save on fuel, maintenance, and parking expenses. Consider alternative transportation options including carpooling, free or low-cost public transportation, or walking whenever possible (which is great for health). 5. Education is profitable entertainment: Continuously improving your skills and knowledge might give you ways to create new part-time income streams. Online or in-person courses and seminars often also replace more expensive pastimes like dining out. Understanding how to make informed financial decisions can help you navigate inflationary periods more effectively. These lifestyle tips can help you manage your expenses better and make your money go further in the face of inflation. Finding ways to save on everyday expenses, you can reduce the impact of rising prices on your overall financial well-being. Did you know that Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is the longest-serving VNA in the state of New Jersey? So we know a thing or two about healthy aging and how to successfully “age in place” while avoiding hospitalization and nursing homes. We suggest that you learn more about our home health care services and make a plan to age at home before you have a health emergency. Medicare and supplemental insurance often do not cover all the care our patients and caregivers need. If you would like to help, please visit vnannj.org/donate or call VNA Foundation at 973-451-4148. The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is a leading provider of comprehensive home health care services in Morris, Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, Somerset, and Passaic Counties in Northern New Jersey. Established in 1898, generations have known that just one call to VNA opens the door to quality, patient-centered home health care solutions that allow patients to remain in the comfort of their homes with dignity, health, and independence. © All content on The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey's website, including blog posts, may be reproduced only if attributed to our organization with a link to vnannj.org.
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Please join now to make a difference!9/26/2023  A Festive Virtual Gala Don’t delay! Visit our Lighting the Way gala website here to learn more and register for our virtual event to support the future of home health care in your community. Then join us on October 19 to celebrate our 125 years of caring, view our program, donate, and participate in our fun virtual auction. Did you know that Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is the longest-serving VNA in the state of New Jersey? Since 1898 we have counted on community support to fulfill of mission and we need your help now more than ever because Medicare and supplemental insurance often do not cover all the care our patients and caregivers need. If you would like to help, please register now at Lighting the Way or call VNA Foundation: 973-451-4148.  The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNA) is a leading provider of comprehensive home health care services in Morris, Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, Somerset, and Passaic Counties in Northern New Jersey. Established in 1898, generations have known that just one call to VNA opens the door to quality, patient-centered home health care solutions that allow patients to remain in the comfort of their homes with dignity, health, and independence. |
