VHA Home HealthCare news and milestones

Life has a way of challenging us with the unexpected. For most people, this might be the car breaking down at an inopportune time or a surprise project at work with a tight deadl…

A new school year has just begun and many students are undertaking exciting new adventures in education. For some, alongside the enthusiasm for learning, there may also be anxiet…

It is with mixed emotions that we share the news that JENNIFER BLUM is retiring from her position as VP, Finance and Chief Financial Officer at VHA Home HealthCare (VHA). Jennife…

It's no secret that the cost of attending college or university can be a huge barrier for families. VHA's Head Start Scholarship program was developed to help empower the childre…

VHA Home HealthCare is committed to quality and driving care excellence. One of VHA's core beliefs is that care must be spectacular and continuously focused on quality improvemen…

Dementia affects more than memory. As symptoms progress, changes in the brain can impact many aspects of thinking and everyday functioning, including attention, problem-solving,…

Shanshan Gu is a VHA-UHN Collaborative Academic Practice Fellowship Recipient.

Miao "Teresa" Hu is a VHA Registered Dietitian. She is looking to streamline the process of providing clients and their carers with the necessary food preparation information bas…

Corinna Murray is a VHA Occupational Therapist and aims to protect the mental health of clients through an activity-based program where individuals can practice social skills and…

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Losing a loved one is never easy but knowing that your family member is in good hands during a difficult time can give an indescribable peace of mind. In Oct 2024, Marion's famil…

The needs and capabilities of each client in a homecare setting are unique. Creating a rehabilitation plan that meets a client's unique needs can be what turns a good recovery in…

Wildfire season is a growing concern across Canada. In recent years, longer wildfire seasons and more frequent and intense fires have affected air quality in communities across t…

When new parents welcome a baby, they often rely on the support of family and friends to help them navigate the challenges of early parenthood. But for many families, that suppor…

As temperatures rise this summer, it's important to be aware of the many risks that hot weather can pose, especially for older adults. One risk that is often overlooked is how ce…

When most people think about physiotherapy, they imagine someone teaching stretches and a few exercises to help their client through the process of rehabilitation after a surgery…

Our individual hygiene habits are a deeply personal part of daily life, and it is something many of us are able to manage without much thought. Bathing, brushing our teeth, washi…

Join us in getting to know VHA's new Board Chair, Anne Brace.

Hearing loss is often dismissed as a normal part of getting older or simply an inconvenience that can be dealt with later. However, growing evidence suggests it may affect more t…

As one of the largest not-for-profit providers of publicly-funded home care in Ontario, VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is proud to offer 24/7 healthcare and support services in the ho…

Meet Ethelrida - a grateful client of VHA's Restored Home: Extreme Clean program which helps prevent evictions for tenants struggling to maintain their homes.

Loving someone struggling with addiction can be incredibly difficult. Over time, addiction can strain relationships, create chronic stress, and leave loved ones at a loss for wha…

Maintaining cognitive health with age doesn't have to involve complicated exercises or expensive programs. Spending time in nature engages the senses-what we see, hear, smell, an…

Summer can bring many enjoyable opportunities for older adults and families, including time outdoors, visits with loved ones, and longer days. However, seasonal changes can also…

Recently, VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) was excited to announce the addition of Janelle Backan to our team.

If you met John a few years ago, you would have seen a man known around town for enjoying long walks and working in his garden.

This Spring, VHA took part in the opening of the brand-new Sheppard West Clinic in North York as part of a new partnership with Ontario Health atHome.

Dr. Kathryn Nichol is President and CEO of VHA Home HealthCare. Prior to her CEO appointment, Kathryn held the role of Vice President of Quality, Best Practice, Research and Educ…

Julia Hanigsberg joined Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital as its President and CEO on January 12, 2015. She has spent her career in government, post-secondary educat…

The Nature Index tracks the affiliations of scientific articles from high-quality publications. The research profile for VHA Home HealthCare reflects the research output of autho…

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit providers of home care nursing, rehab and personal support services in Ontario, serving over 100,000 clients and fa…