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Vera Tice, MSECE, Chair of the Board of Directors proudly announces Andrew B. Eills, Esq. as the newest member of the Board of Directors for Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc.

Vera Tice, MSECE, Chair of the Board of Directors proudly announces Andrew B. Eills, Esq. as the newest member of the Board of Directors for Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. Andrew brings over 35 years of legal expertise, strategic insight, and a strong commitment to community service. His healthcare practice encompasses contracts, mergers and acquisitions, federal and state regulatory issues, and corporate and non-profit governance. “Andrew’s perspective and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to advance our mission of

Legislative Gathering at Point Breeze on Webster Lake

April 13,2026 -Webster, MA Legislative Gathering at Point Breeze on Webster Lake Area legislators and community leaders gathered Monday evening at Point Breeze for introductions to Brian Shortsleeve, Candidate for Governor of Massachusetts. Representing Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. at the event was Kristin Mattson, PT, Chief Development & Clinical Care Transitions Officer. Kristin relished the opportunity to connect directly with legislators to share the challenges facing non-profit, community-based healthcare organizations in the current regulatory and reimbursement environment. Pictured L->R: Rep. John

Worcester/Central MA Senior Services Network (SSN) Spring Meeting

4/9/26- Worcester, MA The Worcester/Central MA Senior Services Network (SSN) held its spring meeting at Notre Dame du Luc Assisted Living on Thursday morning. The well attended, energetic event gathered providers and resource organizations throughout Massachusetts.  The meeting, led by Mike Zona of Apple Homecare & Rehab, highlighted organizational updates and upcoming events. Representing Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. were Katelynn Wackell, Community Liaison and Kristin Mattson, Chief Development & Clinical Care Transitions Officer. Pictured: Katelynn with Amy Martin, Director of Admissions and Marketing at Notre Dame.  Kristin with Sam

North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation 3rd Annual Small Business Showcase & Entrepreneur Awards Reception

The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation hosted the 3rd Annual Small Business Showcase & Entrepreneur Awards Reception on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at the DoubleTree in Leominster. This well attended networking event highlighted the hard work, creativity, and success of small businesses in the region and featured over two dozen resource providers who exhibited information about their services. Representing Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. as an exhibitor was Richard Eastham, Community Liaison.

Holly A. Chaffee, MSN, BSN, RN, President & CEO of Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc., selected as a speaker at the 2026 Home Care 100 Conference in Dana Point, CA May 31-June 3, 2026.

This prestigious national conference brings together top leaders in home-based care, and Holly’s selection is a testament to her visionary leadership and the innovative work happening across our organization. She will join industry peers to share insights, best practices, and forward-thinking strategies that are shaping the future of home health and hospice care. Under Holly’s leadership, Care Central continues to advance high-quality, patient-centered care while expanding access and strengthening community impact across Central Massachusetts. Please join us in congratulating Holly on this

Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts Regional Members Meeting

March 26, 2026 – Worcester, MA The Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts held its Regional Members Meeting at the Arca Adult Day Center in Worcester, Massachusetts on Thursday. The HCA of MA Members Meeting gathers agency leaders and members from across Central Massachusetts, fostering collaboration and professional engagement within the Home Care and Hospice community. HCA of MA leadership discussed timely policy updates and regulatory changes impacting the industry, ensuring participants remain informed and compliant with evolving requirements. Attendees also engaged in meaningful discussions, sharing challenges, ideas, and insights

Care Central in the Community!

Care Central in the Community! Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. was pleased to support the North Central MA. Chamber of Commerce via participation in two events recently. On Wednesday, March 11th the Chamber hosted a Digital Marketing training by Brick Marketing, located in Boston. On Wednesday, March 18th the Chamber hosted the Women’s Leadership Luncheon at Great Wolf Lodge. Representing Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. attended the events was Kristin Mattson, Chief Development & Clinical Care Transitions Officer. Pictured: Kristin with