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For over 80 years, VNA Northwest Inc. has been providing trusted homecare and hospice to residents of Northwest CT. Our skilled nurses, therapists and aides can:

Speed your rehabilitation from surgery
Assist your aging parents in remaining home
Help manage chronic health conditions
Provide compassionate end of life hospice care
Administer vaccinations
Offer blood pressure screenings
Provide maternal child health care visits

11th Annual Golf Tournament Sept. 20		"Great Gatsby" Garden Party a Success!
posted 7/12/10		posted 5/19/10
Reservations and sponsorships are coming in for this popular annual event, scheduled Monday, Sept. 20, at Fairview Farm Golf Course in Harwinton. Space for golfers is limited, so consider signing up online today! Register online for Golf Tournament		About 70 guests enjoyed this annual benefit for VNA Northwest's Hospice Program last Saturday in Harwinton, at the home of Victoria Elliot and Dr. Marvin McMillen. Although it was a warm afternoon, the gardens were pleasantly shaded and breezy. Thanks to all who came or contributed to this event! About $2,750 was donated to VNA Northwest in conjunction with this event.
Thrift Shop Aids VNA Northwest Programs		VNA Northwest Now Offers Private Duty Care
posted 7/12/10		posted 3/19/10
Summer clothes and accessories are available at The Thrift Shop in New Preston, located at 233 B Litchfield Tpke. (Rte. 202). The shop is open Tuesdays through Saturdays, from 10-4 weekdays and 10-3 on Saturday. Please call (860) 868-0884 for more information. Proceeds from the Thrift Shop benefit VNA Northwest's Hospice and Home Care programs.		VNA Northwest has purchased West Street Home Care, a Litchfield referral agency, and is now offering private duty care in addition to its current programs. New services available include Personal Care Attendants, Companions, Domestic Care and Drivers.
VNA Northwest Named to HomeCare Elite		Cholesterol Screening Available Here
11/09		posted 3/19/10
VNA Northwest, Inc. has been named to the 2009 HomeCare Elite, a compilation of the top-performing home health agencies in the United States. This annual review identifies the top 25 percent of agencies and further highlights the top 100 and top 500 agencies overall. Winners are ranked by an analysis of performance measures in quality outcomes, quality improvement and financial performance.		Weekday appointments are available for individuals who would like to come to our Bantam office for cholesterol screening. This test, which uses a small amount of blood obtained from a finger, takes less than 15 minutes. Fasting 8-12 hours beforehand is required. To make an appointment, please call our Immunization Coordinator, Madonna Lutka, RN, at 860-567-6000. A $15 donation for materials is requested, but not required. If your business or group would like to host a cholesterol screening at your facility, just call Nurse Lutka to schedule a convenient date and time.
Nodine's Fundraiser		"HomeSight" Helps People with Low Vision
posted 6/17/09		posted 11/30/09
VNA Northwest and Nodine's Smokehouse have joined together in a unique fundraising effort. When you make a purchase (orders of all sizes welcome) Nodine's will donate 25% of the total purchase to VNA Northwest's Hospice and Home Care Programs.		If you or a loved one struggles with vision loss, VNA Northwest can help. Our specially-trained nurses, physical and occupational therapists will develop a personalized plan to help you live safely and confidently in your own home. Please call 860-567-6000 or 1-800-752-0215 to inquire about our new HomeSight program.

Areas we serve:
Bantam, Bethlehem, Cornwall, Falls Village, Goshen, Harwinton, Kent, Lakeville, Litchfield, Morris, New Hartford, New Milford,
Northfield, North Canaan, Plymouth, Salisbury, Sharon, Terryville, Thomaston, Torrington, Warren, Washington, Winsted, Woodbury