Sterling, MA – September 25, 2025 North Central MA Chamber (NCM)of Commerce Holds Legislative Candidates Reception The NCM Chamber of Commerce held its annual Legislative Candidates Reception at Sterling National Country Club Thursday evening. The well attended event hosted current elective and prospective officials serving constituents across Massachusetts. NCM Chamber President, Roy Nascimento, presided over the event, and highlighted the importance of engaging with elected and intended candidates to share insight on challenges and opportunities within our communities. The event was sponsored
Gardner, MA -September 26, 2025 The Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts ( HCA of MA) Holds Regional Meeting at Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. ( CCVNA). The HCA of MA held its Regional Meeting at Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc.’s Gardner location on Friday. The event gathered regional providers for presentations by HCA of MA leaders and for collaborative and strategic conversation regarding the home health landscape, upcoming regulatory challenges, and future strategies to ensure access to home base care
Sturbridge, MA -Sept. 24, 2025 VNANE Annual Meeting The Visiting Nurse Association of New England ( VNANE) held its annual meeting at The Publick House in Sturbridge, MA on Wednesday. VNANE is the largest VNA health care delivery system in the Northeastern United States, consisting of non-profit, community-based home health care agencies in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Holly Chaffee, MSN, BSN, RN and member of the VNANE Board of Directors, engaged in strategic conversations regarding the use of AI in home
September 23,2025- Sterling,MA Apple Homecare & Rehab celebrated 35 years in business on Tuesday. Since 1990, CEO Joni Milluzo has navigated the company through changing regulatory and reimbursement landscapes. Over 60 community partners from home health, skilled nursing, care management, and area hospitals were in attendance, along with Worcester County Sherrif Lewis Evangelidis and MA State Senator Michael Moran. Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. was represented at the event by Richard Eastham, Community Liaison and Kristin Mattson, Chief Development Officer. Pictured: Kristin
September 11, 2025 – Fitchburg,MACare Central VNA & Hospice, Inc., led by Holly Chaffee, MSN, BSN, RN, President & CEO held its 17th Annual Executive Leadership Breakfast at Great Wolf Lodge. The well attended event featured a presentation by NY Times Best Selling Author Michael Tougias. The presentation of The Finest Hours: Lessons in Resiliency & Leadership, recounted the infamous Coast Guard rescue in the early 1950’s off of Chatham, MA . The fundraiser event for Care Central VNA &
Residents of Shirley Meadows, a 2 Life Community in Shirley, MA enjoy engaging with Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc.’s Terri Saveall. As the Wellness Nurse for the community, Terri provides education, vital sign monitoring, and connects residents with needed resources to optimize their health and wellness every Wednesday. “Terri has become part of our family, and the residents greatly look forward to her weekly visits” shares Veronica Baez, Executive Director of Shirley Meadows. Wellness nursing aims to engage and educate
Our Adult Day Health Participants had a blast celebrating Luau Week! From tropical decorations and Hawaiian music to fun games and festive outfits, the spirit of the islands came alive right here at our program.Thank you to our wonderful staff and participants for making this week so colorful and full of joy!
August 14, 2025 – GardnerCCVNA’s team of golfers enjoyed a great day of comradery and networking with area partners.











