Visiting Nurse Association of Florida | High Risk Home Health Patient Programs

Home care solutions to help patients successfully manage their chronic health conditions and improve their quality of life.

Our High Risk Patient Programs are specifically designed for those experiencing one or more chronic medical conditions. Our programs provide the customized care, tools and resources needed to ensure patients stay healthy and independent while also helping to prevent complications and hospitalizations.

Alzheimer’s & Dementia

45 years of experience providing care for seniors in their homes allows us to identify the many needs of those with memory loss illnesses such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. Our Alzheimer’s & Dementia Patient Program is specially designed to support and empower those living with the complexities of these conditions. Our program provides:

Memory Care at Home. Experienced VNA home health aides (HHAs) provide comprehensive, in-home assistance with activities of daily living. One of the tools our HHAs use to deliver effective and personalized care is a customized VNA Memory Box, which promotes positive interaction and engagement.
Plan B: Relief Care for Unexpected Situations. Emergencies and unplanned situations call for a plan of action. Let us help you develop a go-to procedure so when the need arises, you have the peace of mind knowing your loved one is taken care of safely.
Memory Café: A Mutual Support System. Connect with others in a safe, fun and interactive setting for early-stage memory loss participants, caregivers, family and friends.
*Only available at certain locations.

In addition to our in-home Alzheimer’s patient program, we also own and operate Grand Oaks Assisted Living communities in Palm City and Jensen Beach that have state-of-the-art Memory Care Centers.

Heart Failure Management

While heart failure cannot be cured, the condition can be successfully managed with our Heart Failure Patient Program, which promotes a heart-healthy lifestyle through self-help tools, weight management, exercise and more. A core component of our Heart Failure Management Program is treating common symptoms of heart failure, such as fatigue, swelling and shortness of breath.

As part of our Heart Failure Program, we offer:

Daily weigh-ins
Healthy diet tips
Medication management
Home exercise program with a licensed VNA therapist
Risk-reduction assessment
Medical, physical and educational tools
Follow-up care
Encouragement, motivation and inspiration

Chronic Lung Conditions

Chronic lung conditions, including COPD, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis, bring many challenges for both the patient and their family. If left unmanaged, these conditions can be both physically and emotionally demanding, and their symptoms can adversely affect the patient’s quality of life.

Our Chronic Lung Conditions Patient Program helps patients regulate their symptoms and significantly improve their overall wellbeing.

Our program involves:

Identifying and reducing risk factors, such as smoking and environmental irritants
Infection prevention measures, including flu and pneumonia vaccinations
Managing medications
Educational resources and healthy diet tips
Physical and occupational therapy, if needed
Medical tools, including a pulse oximeter
Encouragement, motivation and inspiration

Diabetes Management

Living with diabetes often requires daily—even hourly— upkeep. If left uncontrolled, diabetes can lead to serious health problems, including heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and blindness. Our Diabetes Management Patient Program is designed to educate and assist patients with self-care techniques to help control their condition and improve their quality of life. Our program involves:

Blood sugar monitoring
Weight management tools, such as meal planning
Home exercise program with a VNA therapist
Oral glycemic education
Insulin management
Follow-up care
Medical, physical and educational tools
Encouragement, motivation and inspiration

Stroke Management

Suffering a stroke can physically, mentally, and socially affect an individual and make it challenging for them to regain a sense of normalcy. Our Stroke Management: Patient Program utilizes a multidisciplinary approach that addresses all aspects of a patient’s life that has been affected by a stroke. Our program is specially designed to help patients adapt to new life abilities and reach a maximum level of independence.

Our program includes:

Identifying and reducing risk factors, such as smoking or uncontrolled diabetes
Medication management that includes a VNA pill box to help keep patients organized and on-track
Physical, occupational and speech therapies
Medical and physical tools, including a blood pressure cuff and exercise pedaling device
Follow-up care
Educational tools and materials to help prevent another stroke
Encouragement, motivation and inspiration

Fall Prevention

Unintentional falls can be difficult to predict, and even more difficult to recover from. We offer a Fall Prevention Program that assists patients with specific challenges that may increase their susceptibility to a fall. The program also helps patients understand the numerous factors that may contribute to their falls before they happen. Our Fall Prevention Program includes:

Identifying and monitoring risk factors such as vision changes, medication side effects, or potential hazards in the home
Medical and physical tools, including an exercise peddler and blood pressure cuff
Nursing and therapy services to improve mobility, coordination and independence
Educational and self-help materials
Follow-up care
Encouragement, motivation and inspiration

With all our High Risk Patient Programs, we involve patients in all aspects of their treatment to help ensure they have the confidence needed to manage their condition at home.