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2011 marks the 100^th Anniversary of All Care VNA.  All Care, a leading provider of home care and hospice services, attributes this significant milestone to the loyalty and trust of its patients, employees and community.  All Care was founded by a single nurse, in Lynn, Massachusetts, with a mission to care for the sick, frail, elderly and disabled at home in her community.  All Care has expanded over the past 100 years, serving 50 communities throughout Massachusetts, but has always remained true to its core values, while being ready to adapt to the ever-changing health care needs of our patients at home.

In planning for the next 100 years All Care has committed to build a state of the art headquarters in Lynn, Massachusetts.  This building will house many of the 600 employees that have made All Care what it is today – a company committed to providing the very best home care and hospice services to its patients and families.

August 2011 – Lynn MA: All Care VNA is pleased announce that its new Keeping Connected wellness program is being introduced to seniors and the disabled through a series of educational seminars to be held at resident apartment complex. The goal of Keeping Connected is to help individuals at risk for illness or injury stay healthy living at home by enabling them to identify and prevent health concerns from becoming medical emergencies that require hospitalization or emergency room visits.

(l-r) King’s Beach Towers resident service coordinator Patty Scarpetti of Chelsea and All Care VNA community liaison nurse Claudia O’Connell of Marblehead.

All Care’s community liaison nurse, Claudia O’Connell, held an on-site wellness seminar for the senior residents of King’s Beach Towers apartments, a division of Crowninshield Management, located at 130 Eastern Avenue in Lynn. “It’s so very important for elders to be proactive with their health”, said O’Connell. “When they take an active role in maintaining their health and safety, they can live independently at home longer.” The seminar emphasized health through awareness and early intervention by educating seniors on how to identify the signs and symptoms of health problems that may include: a recent fall, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, swelling of legs and feet, shortness of breath, persistent cold and flu symptoms, difficulty voiding or frequent urination, increased pain or discomfort, increased weakness, and decreased mobility.  The seminar also included what seniors can do if they are experiencing any of these symptoms and how to access home care services.

“The Keeping Connected program was well received by residents at King’s Beach Towers, and future seminars are planned,” said O’Connell. “It was also a pleasure to work with Crowninshield Management, and Resident Service Coordinator, Patty Scarpetti. They have a strong commitment to the health and wellbeing of their residents and I look forward to working with them again.”

In 2011, All Care VNA celebrated its 100^th year of caring for the community. All Care is a non-profit organization that provides a seamless continuum of quality home health care service through our three affiliates: VNA skilled nursing, private duty home care, and end-of-life hospice care and support. For more information or services please call: 781-598-7066.

For 100 years All Care Visiting Nurse Association has remained the core of All Care’s integrated continuum of home care. Working with the patients’ physician, our team of skilled nurses, physical, occupational, and speech, medical social workers, and certified home health aides provide the highest quality care.

By Staff reports
Wicked Local Marblehead
Posted Jun 09, 2011 @ 10:37 AM

Marblehead — All Care Hospice, a leader in hospice and palliative-care services, is pleased to announce that Bridgette Martel has joined the company in the role of outreach coordinator.

In her new position, Martel will be responsible for educating the community on All Care Hospice services.

“Martel has been added to the Hospice team to play a vital role in the development and growth of our company,” said Jo-Mary Koopman, Senior Vice President of All Care VNA and Hospice. “I believe Martel will thrive in her new position given her vast experience and expertise in hospice and her familiarity with the communities we serve.”

Martel brings to All Care over nine years experience in the health care and hospice field. Most recently, Martel worked as the regional clinical director for the largest for profit hospice provider in the New England area. Her qualifications consist of a strong clinical and sales background in the hospice industry.

All Care Hospice provides specialized care and support for patients and families facing a life-limiting illness. All Care’s interdisciplinary team of nurses, aides, medical director, social workers, chaplains and volunteers provide physical, emotional and spiritual support to our patients and families.