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A New Granddaughter… Attending College… HHAs Share What They Were Most Grateful For in 2024
January 7, 2025–Toward the end of last year, as part of our monthly raffle, we asked Home Health Aide team members: “What’s one thing you’re most grateful for in 2024?” We received so many wonderful responses – over 340, in fact! Our HHAs shared their gratitude for their health and expressed deep appreciation for life, often highlighting the joy brought to them by their family members, friends and clients who made their year special. Here are just a few of the many heartfelt responses we received… Maria Cubbage: “One thing I’m grateful for is my new granddaughter!” Sarah Featherstone: “I’m thankful for the breath I take and the life I have, and for waking up every day to my family, alive and well, having food and a roof over our heads!” Natasha Kalis: “I’m grateful for my kids and our health. I also get to go to a job I love every
The Secret to a Long Life? Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches. HHAs Share Favorite Things They’ve Learned from Clients.
December 6, 2024–Every month since the start of this year, the Personal Care team has been asking Home Health Aide team members to share things about themselves. Questions have included “What’s a little thing you do to brighten your client’s day?” and “What social activities do you like to do with your clients?” Each month, three responses are chosen at random in a raffle and those three HHAs each receive a $200 gift card. In October, the Personal Care team asked, “What is your favorite thing that you’ve ever learned from a patient or client?” The responses our HHA team members submitted were terrific, ranging from heartfelt to practical. To see for yourself, here are just a few… Boiling water for coffee “I learned that as soon as the water boils it still isn’t ready for coffee (you would get a white film), but when you wait about 10 minutes after you
Dogs, Cats, Parakeets, Turtles… Here’s What You Told Us Were Your Favorite Pets and Animals!
December 2, 2024–In September, we asked our Home Health Aide team members to share stories about their favorite pets or animals. A remarkable 154 team members responded, and your answers were both heartwarming and inspiring! Most HHAs mentioned the pets they currently have or have loved in the past, with dogs and cats being the most common companions. But it didn’t stop there—some of you told us about your connections with birds, fish, even turtles, revealing the many different types of animals that bring joy to our lives. For those HHAs who don’t have pets, the question brought out reflections on animals you admire. Some aides described their awe for the majesty of lions, the speed of cheetahs, and the intelligence of monkeys. One especially moving response spoke of the transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly, seeing it as a symbol for personal growth and resilience in life. Three $200 Prizes: We
What’s Something Unique About Yourself That Your VNS Health Colleagues Might Be Surprised to Learn?
September 23, 2024–120 Home Health Aide team members responded to our August raffle question: “What’s something unique about yourself that your VNS Health colleagues might be surprised to learn?” We received fantastic responses! Some HHAs shared their hobbies, including singing, reading, and cooking, while others offered fun insights into their personal lives, such as details about their children or favorite daily routines. Several highlighted past and current aspirations, with dreams ranging from building a big family to teaching skiing or even traveling to outer space. We also heard from HHAs who have learned multiple languages or earned advanced degrees, and others with remarkable achievements like winning gold medals in international athletic competitions. Three $200 Prizes: We took the names of all the HHA team members who participated in the August raffle question, put them together, and drew three at random. The winning team members, who received $200 each, were Jacqueline Muirhead, Vanessa Burrowes and
“What Do You Like Best About Being a Home Health Aide?”
August 29, 2024–That’s the question we asked for our July raffle—and our wonderful HHA team delivered! We received more than 245 terrific responses! If you didn’t participate, we really hope you will for our next raffle question. Each month, we take the names of all the HHA team members who participated in that month’s raffle question and draw three at random to receive a $200 award! The winning team members who each received $200 for July’s raffle are… Gillian Thomas, Rachel Melendez, and Minnett Brown. Congratulations, Gillian, Rachel, and Minnett! Here are just a few of the many heartfelt responses that we received when we asked: “What do you like best about being a Home Health Aide?” “Being a Home Health Aide has changed my life.” “Being a home health aide has changed my life so much that I have decided to pursue a career as a nurse to help those in need,”
We Asked, “What Is One Special Thing You Do to Take Care of Yourself Every Day?” Your Answers Were Inspiring!
August 13, 2024–291 Home Health Aide team members responded to our June raffle question: “What is one special thing you do to take care of yourself every day?” We received great responses! HHAs told us how they are prioritizing self-care to boost efficiency, prevent burnout, and maintain their overall quality of life. A large number of survey respondents mentioned walking and other forms of exercise as part of their daily self-care routine, and many HHAs also said they make it a point to eat healthy foods. Other responses focused on mental health practices like reading, listening to music, meditating, and praying. Three $200 Prizes: We took the names of all the HHA team members who participated in the June raffle question, put them together, and drew three at random. The winning team members, who each received $200, were Pinghua Zhu, Shauntae Johnson, and Donnette Bancroft. Below are just some of the inspiring responses we received
We Asked: What Food Do You Like to Make for Your Clients? You Gave Us the World!
July 22, 2024–Over 185 VNS Health Home Health Aides responded to our May raffle question: “Do you have a favorite dish or special type of food that you like to make for your clients?” We received wonderful descriptions of dishes from cultures around the world, including Korean, Chinese, Dominican, Italian, Creole, Hungarian and Jamaican dishes, just to name a few! These responses from our HHAs showcase our diverse team and clients as well as the importance of food as a universal language. Sharing food helps us celebrate our diversity and encourage empathy and understanding in a delicious and very real way. By sharing meals and cooking practices, we gain insights into the history, values and social customs of different communities and cultures. Traditional dishes often tell stories of ancestral heritage, regional ingredients, and festive celebrations—creating connections that go beyond geography and language. Three $200 Prizes: We took the names of all the HHA
We Asked, “Why is Your Favorite VNS Health Client Your Favorite?” Here’s What We Heard!
June 18, 2024–188 Home Health Aide team members responded to our April raffle question—“Why is your favorite VNS Health client your favorite?” What great responses we received! Common themes included clients who made happy work environments, friendly greetings, being treated with mutual respect, and being treated like family. To see for yourself, here, below, are just some of the responses we received. And don’t forget, for those who participate you have 3 chances to win a $200 raffle! We took the names of all the HHA team members who participated in the April raffle question, put them together, and drew three at random. The winning team members, who each received $200, were Eileen Lowe, Jean Clarke, and Violetta Yasinskaya. If you didn’t participate, we hope you’ll participate in our next raffle question! And now, here are just a few of the many terrific responses we received to our April raffle question: “Why is your
Wow, Talk about Imaginative! Check Out These Responses from Our March Raffle Question!
May 6, 2024–When it comes to doing social activities with clients, VNS Health Home Health Aides are incredibly imaginative! From playing “Name That Tune” to telling jokes our HHA team members sure know how to engage their clients in fun social activities. In all, more than 280 Home Health Aide team members responded to our March raffle question: “Do you have any tips for social activities you like to do with your clients?” The Big Picture: Of those who participated in the March raffle question… Three $200 Prizes: We took the names of all the HHA team members who participated in the March raffle question, put them together, and drew three names at random. The three winning team members who each received $200 are Amarilis Mosquea, Cecily Myles, and Yeta Perez. Here are just a few of the fun social activities VNS Health HHA team members do with their clients: Aissata Diarra: “Our favorite