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Check Out the Latest “VNSNY in the News” Media Highlights!
May 6, 2022–RNs Ruth Caballero and Philip Leon Explain Why Home Health Matters in Manhattan Voice With National Nurses Week in full-swing, VNSNY RNs Ruth Caballero and Philip Leon were featured in a new piece published in Manhattan Voice, “Six Things You Might Not Know About Home Health Care Nurses.” Above all, the message they share is that home nursing is extremely fulfilling for those in the field, but also for the patients too. Read the whole piece here! Manhattan Voice is the #1 source for local news and health tips covering Manhattan. This article also ran in the online and print versions of Your Health Voice, Bronx Voice and Queens Voice for a total print circulation of 40,000 and 47,520 unique visitors per month. VNSNY Home Health Aide Geraldine Singleton on the Importance of Bringing Joy to Homebound Seniors VNSNY’s Senior Vice President of Partners in Care, James Rolla shares an
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“30 Minutes with Dan” Salutes the Exceptional Consumer Experience!
August 25, 2021–“Amazing!” “Outstanding!” “Above and beyond!” These are just some of the words our patients, members, and clients use when we exceed their expectations. In the August episode of “30 Minutes,” Dan interviews staff from across the organization about what it takes to create an exceptional consumer experience, including Elaine Gillard (Hospice), Mike Guglielmelli (CHHA), Jennifer Kaya (CMHS), Claudia Morrison (Partners in Care), Laura Mattos (Partners in Care), Christine Odom (CCSS), and Vidya Hosein-Anderson (Hospice). Click here below to watch this latest episode and hear what they say! And here’s the “On the Go!” version of “30 Minutes with Dan.” We’ve broken out the August episode into short segments so you can watch it on the go! That’s a Fact! Around with Dan in Astoria, Queens and Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx! Roundtable Discussion at Cloves Lake Park on Staten Island! High-5!
The Results Are In — Here Are the Eight VNSNY Impact Challenge Finalists!
August 16, 2021–The first round of the inaugural VNSNY Impact Challenge is now concluded, and the results have been tremendous! In all, 34 proposals from VNSNY staff were received by the July 16th deadline, including submissions by teams and by individuals. They covered a wide range of potential program launches or enhancements, all aimed at reducing health disparities in the various communities served by VNSNY. “Along with the rest of VNSNY’s leadership, I want to thank all the staff members who contributed their ideas and efforts to this competition,” says VNSNY President and CEO Dan Savitt, who was part of the review committee. “Every proposal was extremely impressive and well thought out. I can tell you that selecting finalists from this outstanding group was not easy!” The proposals that did not advance to the finals will continue to be closely evaluated for their potential impact on VNSNY’s operations, adds Catherine Callaway, Senior
Find Out What’s Happening… News Briefs from Around VNSNY!
August 12, 2021–Welcome to the latest edition of “News Briefs from Around VNSNY”— featuring quick updates on recent news and virtual events across the organization. If you have a news brief you’d like to be considered for an upcoming edition, please click here to submit your idea. VNSNY Launches Oncology Hospice Program As part of its ongoing effort to provide our hospice patients with the best possible quality of life, VNSNY Hospice has launched a specialized support program for complex cancer patients and their loved ones. The program, which was piloted with a major New York City academic medical center, builds on VNSNY Hospice’s experience implementing similar programs for patients with congestive heart failure and COPD. Because people with terminal cancer and their families deal with high levels of fear, stress and complex needs, the program’s aim is to provide these patients and families with an extra layer of support. To help in the
“30 Minutes with Dan” Celebrates Creativity and Innovation at VNSNY!
July 16, 2021–It’s summer and Dan is off to Brooklyn and Queens to talk to staff from across the organization about creativity and innovation — the seeds of growth. In this brand new episode, Dan chats with Ali Bartolone, Prateek Arora, Amanda Weiner, Myra Cohen, Suzette Toussaint and Vony Rakotoarivelo. Click here below to watch July’s episode! And here’s the “On the Go!” version of “30 Minutes with Dan.” We’ve broken out the July episode — in which Dan celebrates creativity and innovation — into short segments so you can watch it on the go! That’s a Fact! Around with Dan in Brooklyn! Group Discussion at the Site of the 1964-65 World’s Fair! High-5!
“Home Care Workers Are Essential,” Says Mayor de Blasio to 1199SEIU – Including VNSNY Partners in Care Staff – at City Hall Rally
July 14, 2021–VNSNY and Partners in Care joined nearly 2,000 home care workers from around the New York metropolitan region in lower Manhattan on Tuesday to raise our voices in support of the Better Care, Better Jobs Act, which is currently being considered by Congress. Spearheaded by 1199SEIU, the rally stressed the importance of home care workers as an essential workforce providing care for vulnerable New Yorkers who want to age safely and comfortably in their homes. The legislative vehicle for a $400 Billion proposal from the Biden Administration to invest in the caregiver economy, the Better Care Better Jobs Act, would increase Medicaid funding to states, enabling them to invest in-home- and community-based services, and would also raise the wages of home care workers, including home health aides. VNSNY is joining a broad group of stakeholders to lobby Congress to pass this critical legislation. Mayor Bill de Blasio made a special guest
Meet VNSNY Board Members Steven Bussey and Michael Laskoff
July 8, 2021–Say hello to VNSNY’s newest Board members! Former investment banker and current healthcare consultant Steven Bussey recently joined the VNSNY Board, while telehealth entrepreneur Michael Laskoff has returned to the Board after a six-year hiatus. To read more about each of them and their vision for VNSNY, click on their names below. Steven Bussey Michael Laskoff Meet VNSNY Board Member Steven Bussey With more than 25 years of experience in corporate finance and restructuring, sales, and healthcare services, VNSNY Board member Steven Bussey has devoted much of his career to creating strategies for improving the healthcare delivery system in New York State. Having spent the first 20 years of his career in investment banking and the following decade as a healthcare consultant—including his current role as a Managing Director with the Alvarez & Marsal Healthcare Industry Group in New York City—Steven notes that he is in a unique position
Breaking Video and Photos from Today’s Hometown Heroes Parade!
July 7, 2021–Breaking news! U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer meets up with the VNSNY heroes who are representing VNSNY at today’s Hometown Heroes Parade! Watch the video here below and see photos of today’s event as it unfolds. VNSNY Marching! And another marching video! Here are the photos!
Weren’t Able to Attend Our Spectacular Drag Pageant of Superheroes? Now You Can Watch It on Video!
July 1, 2021–Last Thursday evening, June 24th, in celebration of Pride Month, over 100 staff and friends came together to pay tribute to the LGBTQ+ Heroes of 2020 with a Spectacular Drag Pageant of Superheroes. It was truly a night to remember! For those of you who couldn’t join, we’ve created these video segments of the show below for easy viewing. Enjoy! Part 1 Part 2 Part 3
Saluting our LGBTQ+ Heroes of 2020: Check out these Photos from the Spectacular Drag Pageant of Superheroes!
June 30, 2021–On Thursday, June 24th, over 100 VNSNY staff, friends, and family made their way down to La Mama Experimental Theatre Club on East 4th Street for a drag pageant like no other— honoring the superhero staff of VNSNY who rose to the challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the hard work and dedication they demonstrate every day in their unwavering support of all New Yorkers, including the city’s 780,000 LGBTQ+ residents. Emceed by renowned drag queen Jasmine Rice LaBeija, the pageant contestants faced off in Swimwear, Talent, Gown, and Q+A categories, before audience members voted for the overall winner— with drag queen Pissi Myles taking home the winning tiara! Below are some of the many photos submitted by VNSNY staff in attendance that night. Videos from the pageant are coming soon! We hope you had a great time, and once again, HAPPY PRIDE!