Oct 2, 2006
Announcing Health Hope Network
Jul 29, 2006
Reveille Is Calling - Boogie Woogie Is Coming To the Burgh
Save the date of September 30th for the VNF's Boogie Woogie Bash. Dust off those dancin' shoes. Come and swing the night away with the sounds of the Big Band.
Jun 4, 2006
We're Looking For Additional Group Leaders
We're scouting for caring individuals to become SSC Group Leaders. Check out the SSC portion of our website to gain more information on our program. Hyperlink above provide you with more information on the position of Group Leader.
May 23, 2006
Woodlands Foundation Outing A Great Success!
Our Annual excursion to Woodlands Foundation went off without a hitch - 140 stroke survivors and their caregivers & family members attended. Check out our press release which will be hitting local media soon.
May 22, 2006
Keen to Avoid Sickiness This Year?
VNF is kicking off it's 2006 Fight the Flu Campaign. Employers & Public Companies - partner with us to vaccinate our community. Call us at your earliest convenience to arrange a clinic at your facility before flu season hits. Individuals - check out our website around September/ October to locate a public clinic in your area.
May 12, 2006
A Living Tribute Honoring Stroke Survivors
Visiting Nurse Foundation held a tree-planting ceremony and luncheon on April 27, 2006 at Round Hill Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth, PA in honor of the Elizabeth Stroke Survivor Group members and in memory of two past members, Jean Boyd and Arlene Seamon. “As Arbor Day approached, I presented the idea of a tree-planting ceremony to the group,” said Penny Locke, Group Leader for the Elizabeth SSCP. “They were very receptive to the idea of having a living, lasting symbol of the fellowship they share.” Ms. Locke purchased the Red Bud tree with funds donated by current group members. Thanks to Round Hill Presbyterian Church, which is a sponsor site of weekly SSCP meetings, and Mike Isbir of Isbir Landscaping & Construction Company, the tree was planted in front of the Church during a short ceremony. Participants included Ms. Locke, members of the Elizabeth SSCP, VNF Executive Director Dotti Bechtol and relatives of Ms. Boyd and Ms. Seamon. “The VNF staff and members of the SSCP are honored to memorialize Jean and Arlene by planting this tree at Round Hill,” said Bechtol. “Each time we all see this Red Bud, we will remember Jean and Arlene with fondness.” The VNF SSCP is funded through private donations and from proceeds generated by the VNF annual Fight the Flu campaign, the largest flu shot program in Allegheny County. For more information on the VNF SSCP at a location near you call 412-937-8350 or explore the Stroke Survivor Connection Program section of our website.
Mar 26, 2006
A Snapshot of our Salon-A-Thon Host
Takes a quick peek at Izear of Spa Uptown, who hosted our Salon-A-Thon. All proceeds from the event go to our Stroke Survivor Connection Program.
Oct 6, 2005
It's United Way Time
Don't forget the VNF during the United Way's yearly campaign. VNF code number: 3964 and SSCP code number: 1452036
Sep 23, 2005
New SSCP Brochure
Check out our new colorful brochure.
Apr 1, 2005
Help Strengthen the Minds, Bodies and Spirits of Stroke Survivors
Sunday, April 24th, Spa Uptown is holding a benefit for the Stroke Survivor Connection Program. Come help Stroke Survivors in our community while you replenish your body and soul. Special appearances by Steelers Dwight White, Mike Logan and Max Starks.
Apr 1, 2005
Save June 11th on Your Calendars
This year's fundraiser will be here in no time. Make sure to save the date so you can attend.
Nov 13, 2004
Two Public Pneumonia Clinics Will Be Held
On Saturday, December 4th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. two public clinics for pneumonia shots will be held at Bethel Park Shop N' Save located at 5001 Library Road and Holiday Park Shop N' Save located at 2362 Holiday Park Center. Pneumonia Shots will be $40. In addition, we will provide free shots to individuals with Medicare Part B or Security 65, SecurityBlue (HMO) and FreedomBlue (PPO) with no other insurance.
Oct 7, 2004
Chiron Not Supplying Flu Vaccine to U.S.
Chiron's press release announcing that they will not be supplying 48 million doses of flu vaccine to the U.S.
Oct 7, 2004
Vaccine Shortage
Chiron, a corporation that supplies one-half of the flu vaccine in the United States, has had its license suspended and will not be shipping any flu vaccine this year. Chiron was to ship 50 million doses of flu vaccine to the U.S. The VNF bought its vaccine from Chiron so this means the VNF will have no vaccine available. We are trying to obtain vaccine from a different source. Until we do, our clinics, unfortunately, are cancelled. If the VNF is able to find vaccine, we will post that news on our website and notify the media so that you know where you can get a flu shot.
Sep 28, 2004
The VNF's List of Public Clinics
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has published all the locations of the VNF's public clinics sites. Don't forget to get your flu shot to protect yourself and those you care about. Proceeds from this program help stroke survivors in our community.
Aug 17, 2004
Looking for Volunteers
The VNF is looking for volunteers to assist with this years "Fight the Flu" Campaign. Please call if you would like to help.
May 22, 2004
Foundation head handles crises with aplomb
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette highlights the work of Terri West and the Visiting Nurse Foundation's 2003 flu vaccine clinics.
Nov 7, 2003
SSC October Wrap Up
Please read about the Stroke Survivor Connection's October accomplishments!
Oct 2, 2003
Day of Caring Event
As great as the United Way Day of Caring 2002 was, 2003 was even better! Click here to read more!
Oct 2, 2003
Stroke Survivor Connection September wrap up
Read about what has been going on with the SSC in the last month
Sep 5, 2003
Brief update on SSC program Activities
The first half of the year 2003 has been exciting and diverse for the Stroke Survivor Connection program. Please read on for details!
Mar 10, 2003
Fight the Flu 2002 provides 30,000+ Shots
The results are in: The VNF helped nearly 30,000 people this past winter fight the flu.
