Announcement Board
Runaways Road Race Aug. 17
Sunday, August 17 is the date of the 6th annual Runaway's Runaround 5 Miler Road Race to be held in North Attleboro. Open to all runners and walkers, the Runaways Runaround is a USATF-NE certified, 5 mile course that runs through North Attleboro. Race starts at 9 AM (registration starts at 7:30 AM) in front of the Community School, 45 S. Washington St., North Attleboro. All funds raised through the race & raffle benefit Community VNA Hospice Care. Cash prizes for top male & female runners, plus other prizes and medals for winners by divisions. For more information go to http://runawaysclub.org/runaways_5_miler.html  or http://signmeup.com/57954
OH MY ACHING BACK!

On Monday, August 4, from 11:30am - 1:00pm, Community VNA will host an informative program featuring Steven Blazar, MD, a Board Certified orthopedic surgeon, spinal specialist and partner with the Orthopedic Group in Attleboro. This lecture will help you understand the pain associated with spinal conditions. Dr. Blazar will also discuss current treatment options. Joan Guerrero, Community VNA physical therapist, will answer questions on in-home physical therapy. Light lunch served at 11:30am. The program is free and open to the public. Space is limited; registration required. Please call 1.800.220.0110 extension 1311 or 774.203.1311.

Home Care Aide Training Program
Community VNA offers a Free 75 hour Certified Home Care Aide Training Program. Next class begins in July - Call Now!  Become trained to pursue a career in the field of home care. The 5-week program is free with the exception of the book cost. Training incorporates a mix of classroom and clinical hours and is designed to include training in the areas of providing personal care, hygiene, nutrition, maintaining healthy and safe environments and assisting patients with their daily living skills. Please call 800.220.0110 extension 1394 or click here to learn about this and other job opportunities.
Grief Education and Support Programs for Adults and Children

Next Kids’ Club: -- July 12 is the date for a bereavement program for 5-13 year old children dealing with the death of a significant person in their life. Activities such as crafts, memory books and sharing provide an understanding atmosphere. Free and open to the public; snacks are included. To register, please call 774.203.1373/1370 or 800.220.0110. To learn more about Hospice Care click here.

Adult Grief Education Six Week Series-- Periodically, there is a series offering help on the journey towards healing. The meetings held on Wednesdays from 7:00 - 8:30pm, are free and open to the public. Please call our Bereavement Coordinator at 800.220.0110 extension 1373. For further information click here.

Ongoing Support -- Monthly drop-in group, informal meeting offering support and suggestions for coping with grief. First Monday of each month, 7:00 - 8:30pm; pre-registration required. Please call the Bereavement Coordinator at 800.220.0110 extension 1373. To learn more about our grief support programs click here.

Thoughtful, healthful gift certificates...

Do you know someone who could use help? Community VNA Private Care services include personal care, housekeeping, companionship, meal preparation, errands, and much more. To purchase a gift certificate, please contact us at 800.220.0110 extension 1306 or click here to learn more about our services.

Hospice Care Volunteer Training

Have you ever thought about becoming a Community VNA Hospice Care volunteer? If you are able to share some hours as a volunteer who makes patient visits, offers companionship or helps with administrative support, please consider a Community VNA Hospice Care volunteer role. Our treasured volunteers assist hospice patients and their caregivers in a variety of ways including reading aloud, playing cards, watching a movie or providing support by being a listening presence. Volunteers do not provide personal care. For more information on future training sessions, please contact Carolyn Woodruff at 800.220.0110 extension 1371 or email her at CWoodruff@communityvna.com

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