Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice

Address

1184 East Main Road
Portsmouth, RI 02871

(401) 682-2100

http://www.vnsri.org

Description:

Comprehensive home health care for the sick and disabled. Includes professional nursing, social work, physical, occupational and speech therapy, nutrition, diet therapy and home health aides. Maternal/child health services. Clinics for adult health screening. Comprehensive Hospice team-all services, Diabetes outpatient education and Geriatric care management.

First Connections provides free, voluntary, confidential home visits to pregnant women and families with young children, birth to age three. Conduct home visits: Trained nurses, social workers, and community health workers meet with families in their homes to talk about their needs, answer questions they may have, and conduct comprehensive assessments.Link families with medical homes and social services: Home visits are based on the needs of the family. Visit topics may include health education and connections with appropriate healthcare services, human services, and community resources. If a child does not have a medical home, we can help the family find one. Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice can also conduct child wellness screenings and communicate the results with the child!€™s healthcare provider.

Income Source: United Way; State; federal; local; patient fees; third party reimbursement, including Medicare and Medicaid; donations; grants.

Description

For those who have experienced the recent death of a loved one, Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice provides several Bereavement Support Groups throughout the year. These groups address a variety of topics designed to help, heal and support those who have lost a loved one. These groups are open to the public and free of charge.

Hours

Visit https://visitingnursehh.org/community-health/bereavement-support-groups/ for upcoming group dates and times

Required Documents

None

Eligibility

Those who have experienced the recent death of a loved one

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

To register for groups or inquire about bereavement services, please contact: Mary Holland, Hospice Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator by calling (401) 682-2100 x 1613 or email MHolland@visitingnursehh.org.

Languages

Interpreter Services Available

Service Area

Bristol County, Newport County

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Rhode Island
    • Bristol County
      • Newport County

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      401-682-2100
      Type:
      Main Phone
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PN-8100.1000) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      Comprehensive home health care for the sick and disabled. Includes professional nursing, social work, physical, occupational and speech therapy, nutrition, diet therapy and home health aides. Maternal/child health services. Clinics for adult health screening. Family planning, anonymous HIV testing. Comprehensive Hospice team-all services, Diabetes outpatient education and Geriatric care management. Income Source: United Way; State; federal; local; patient fees; third party reimbursement, including Medicare and Medicaid; donations; grants.

      Hours

      Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

      Required Documents

      Varies

      Eligibility

      Varies

      Fees

      Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

      Intake Procedure

      Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

      Languages

      Interpreter Services Available

      Service Area

      Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Rhode Island
        • Bristol County
          • Kent County
            • Newport County
              • Providence County
                • Washington County
                  • North Kingstown

              Telephone Numbers

              Number:
              401-682-2100
              Type:
              Main Phone
              Name:
              Main Phone
              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LT-1750.1700) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Description

              The monthly diabetes support group sponsored by the Visiting Nurse Services Home and Hospice is held at the Edward King Senior Center, 35 King St., Newport RI. The meeting is open to the public, and no appointment or referral is needed. Diabetes Support Groups are open to all those living with diabetes. The group is provided free of charge by Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice. Each meeting is facilitated by a certified diabetes educator. No registration or doctor’s referral is required. If you are interested in more information about our diabetes support groups, please call (401) 682-2100 x 1642.

              Hours

              Second Thu every month 1:00PM-2:00PM

              Required Documents

              None

              Eligibility

              Those living with diabetes

              Fees

              No Fees

              Intake Procedure

              Walk in or call 401-682-2100 x1642

              Languages

              Interpreter Services Available

              Service Area

              Statewide

              Geography Served

                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

              • Rhode Island
                • Bristol County
                  • Newport County

                  Telephone Numbers

                  Number:
                  401-682-2100
                  Type:
                  Main Phone
                  Name:
                  Main Phone
                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PN-8100.3000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                  Special Notes/Funding

                  Contacts: Joan Rossi (Supervisor) 401-682-2100ext.1479(p) 401-682-2112(f) jrossi@visitingnursehh.org

                  Description

                  First Connections at Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice provides free, voluntary, confidential home visits in to pregnant women and families with young children. Conduct home visits: Trained nurses, social workers, and community health workers meet with families in their homes to talk about their needs, answer questions they may have, and conduct comprehensive assessments. If needed, home visitors can make arrangements for interpretation services during home visits. If you are an expecting parent, you may be contacted after the birth of your child to arrange a home visit. Engage families who may benefit from home visits. Link families with medical homes and social services: Home visits are based on the needs of the family. Visit topics may include health education and connections with appropriate healthcare services, human services, and community resources. If a child does not have a medical home, VNHH can help the family find one. Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice can also conduct child wellness screenings and communicate the results with the child’s healthcare provider. See the Department of Health website for more information about home visiting and the First Connections Program

                  Hours

                  Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                  Required Documents

                  None

                  Eligibility

                  Prenatal Children 0-3

                  Fees

                  No Fees

                  Intake Procedure

                  Referral or Call Intake at 401-682-2100 and ask for First Connections Program.

                  Languages

                  Interpreter Services Available

                  Service Area

                  Barrington, Bristol, East Providence, Jamestown, Little Compton, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, Tiverton, Warren

                  Geography Served

                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                  • Rhode Island
                    • Bristol County
                      • Barrington
                      • Bristol
                      • Warren
                    • Newport County
                      • Jamestown
                      • Little Compton
                      • Middletown
                      • Newport
                      • Portsmouth
                      • Tiverton
                    • Providence County
                      • East Providence

                  Telephone Numbers

                  Number:
                  401-682-2100
                  Name:
                  Main Phone
                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-6100.3300) and related services within the Service Tree.

                  Description

                  Home Care Services of Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice is intermittent care – care provided several times a week or less for a short period of time – that requires special skills not ordinarily carried out by a lay person.

                  Hours

                  Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                  Required Documents

                  Varies

                  Eligibility

                  Varies

                  Fees

                  Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                  Intake Procedure

                  Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                  Languages

                  Interpreter Services Available

                  Service Area

                  Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                  Geography Served

                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                  • Rhode Island
                    • Bristol County
                      • Kent County
                        • Newport County
                          • Providence County
                            • Washington County
                              • North Kingstown

                          Telephone Numbers

                          Number:
                          401-682-2100
                          Type:
                          Main Phone
                          Name:
                          Main Phone
                          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LT-2800.3100) and related services within the Service Tree.

                          Description

                          Hospice care is provided to patients who have advanced diseases that are considered incurable. Hospice care is about living each day to its fullest and helps to make a patient’s last months and days as comfortable and fulfilling as possible…making every moment count. Care is provided in the familiar surroundings of home or home-like setting. Care can also be provided in a long-term care setting or a hospital. The Hospice team focuses on patients’ and their loved ones’ physical, emotional and spiritual comfort. The goal is for the patient and family to spend their remaining days with comfort and dignity. Hospice team visits regularly and is available to answer questions and provide support. The team helps prepare family and friends for the loss of a loved one, and help them deal with their grief through bereavement support groups.

                          Hours

                          Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                          Required Documents

                          Varies

                          Eligibility

                          Patients who have advanced diseases that are considered incurable

                          Fees

                          Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                          Intake Procedure

                          Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                          Languages

                          Interpreter Services Available

                          Service Area

                          Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                          Geography Served

                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                          • Rhode Island
                            • Bristol County
                              • Kent County
                                • Newport County
                                  • Providence County
                                    • Washington County
                                      • North Kingstown

                                  Telephone Numbers

                                  Number:
                                  401-682-2100
                                  Type:
                                  Main Phone
                                  Name:
                                  Main Phone
                                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LT-3000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                  Special Notes/Funding

                                  Subcontracted by Child and Family Services of Newport County

                                  Description

                                  SHIP Counseling

                                  Hours

                                  By appointment only

                                  Required Documents

                                  Medical/Financial Documents

                                  Eligibility

                                  Medicare clients

                                  Fees

                                  No Fees

                                  Intake Procedure

                                  Call Dale Dupuis 401-682-2100 to schedule an appointment

                                  Service Area

                                  Newport

                                  Geography Served

                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                  • Rhode Island
                                    • Newport County
                                      • Newport

                                  Telephone Numbers

                                  Number:
                                  401-682-2100
                                  Name:
                                  Main Phone
                                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LH-3500.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                  Description

                                  Occupational Therapy offered to help with regular activities like bathing, meal preparation, and housekeeping after an injury or illness.

                                  Hours

                                  Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                  Required Documents

                                  Varies

                                  Eligibility

                                  Varies

                                  Fees

                                  Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                                  Intake Procedure

                                  Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                                  Languages

                                  Interpreter Services Available

                                  Service Area

                                  Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                  Geography Served

                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                  • Rhode Island
                                    • Bristol County
                                      • Kent County
                                        • Newport County
                                          • Providence County
                                            • Washington County
                                              • North Kingstown

                                          Telephone Numbers

                                          Number:
                                          401-682-2100
                                          Type:
                                          Main Phone
                                          Name:
                                          Main Phone
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                                          Description

                                          The Palliative Care program provides home health services to patients with serious and progressive health conditions who want to continue active treatment, seeking a cure or remission. Patients in this program often have life-threatening conditions such as: Cancer; Cardio-pulmonary disease; Lung or kidney disease; Neurological diseases such as Parkinson or Alzheimer; Other serious progressive diseases. Patients in this program may continue any level of active treatments for their diseases in the comfort of their home. The Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice supports patients and their families in the following ways: Manage complex pain and symptoms; Manage medications; Coordinate care with other health care professionals; Provide support for treatment decisions; Ease stresses and anxiety for patients and families during life-threatening disease.

                                          Hours

                                          Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                          Required Documents

                                          Varies

                                          Eligibility

                                          Patients with serious and progressive health conditions who want to continue active treatment, seeking a cure or remission

                                          Fees

                                          Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                                          Intake Procedure

                                          Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                                          Languages

                                          Interpreter Services Available

                                          Service Area

                                          Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                          Geography Served

                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                          • Rhode Island
                                            • Bristol County
                                              • Kent County
                                                • Newport County
                                                  • Providence County
                                                    • Washington County
                                                      • North Kingstown

                                                  Telephone Numbers

                                                  Number:
                                                  401-682-2100
                                                  Type:
                                                  Main Phone
                                                  Name:
                                                  Main Phone
                                                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LT-6650) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                  Description

                                                  Treatment of an illness or disease by mechanical means like heat, light, exercise, and massage

                                                  Hours

                                                  Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                                  Required Documents

                                                  Varies

                                                  Eligibility

                                                  Varies

                                                  Fees

                                                  Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                                                  Intake Procedure

                                                  Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                                                  Languages

                                                  Interpreter Services Available

                                                  Service Area

                                                  Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                                  Geography Served

                                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                  • Rhode Island
                                                    • Bristol County
                                                      • Kent County
                                                        • Newport County
                                                          • Providence County
                                                            • Washington County
                                                              • North Kingstown

                                                          Telephone Numbers

                                                          Number:
                                                          401-682-2100
                                                          Type:
                                                          Main Phone
                                                          Name:
                                                          Main Phone
                                                          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LR-6600) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                          Special Notes/Funding

                                                          Contacts: Joan Rossi (Supervisor) 401-682-2100ext.1479(p) 401-682-2112(f) jrossi@visitingnursehh.org

                                                          Description

                                                          Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice offers home care for women with early maternity discharge and post-partum complications. Services include: Breast feeding instruction and support; Wound care; Post partum care and monitoring for complications; Nutritional support; Assessment for maternal depression. Home care is provided to infants and children who have had surgery, an injury, or an illness. Services Included: Wound care; Cast care; Asthma care; Care for new diabetics; Care for seizure disorders; Medication administration; Physical, occupational, or speech therapies; Instruction in use of home medical equipment; Care for premature infants from Special Care Nurseries and Neonatal Intensive Care Units.

                                                          Hours

                                                          INTAKE RNS: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM, Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM. Home Services 24/7

                                                          Required Documents

                                                          None

                                                          Eligibility

                                                          Prenatal Children 0-4

                                                          Fees

                                                          Accepts most insurance; Sliding scale fees to those who meet income guidelines; Self Pay

                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                          Call Intake at 401-682-2100

                                                          Languages

                                                          Interpreter Services Available

                                                          Service Area

                                                          Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                                          Geography Served

                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                          • Rhode Island
                                                            • Bristol County
                                                              • Barrington
                                                              • Bristol
                                                              • Warren
                                                            • Newport County
                                                              • Jamestown
                                                              • Little Compton
                                                              • Middletown
                                                              • Newport
                                                              • Portsmouth
                                                              • Tiverton
                                                            • Providence County
                                                              • East Providence

                                                          Telephone Numbers

                                                          Number:
                                                          401-682-2100
                                                          Name:
                                                          Main Phone
                                                          Number:
                                                          800-456-1195
                                                          Name:
                                                          Toll Free
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                                                          Description

                                                          Speech therapy offered to assist with swallowing and communication issues.

                                                          Hours

                                                          Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                                          Required Documents

                                                          Varies

                                                          Eligibility

                                                          Varies

                                                          Fees

                                                          Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                          Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                                                          Languages

                                                          Interpreter Services Available

                                                          Service Area

                                                          Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                                          Geography Served

                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                          • Rhode Island
                                                            • Bristol County
                                                              • Kent County
                                                                • Newport County
                                                                  • Providence County
                                                                    • Washington County
                                                                      • North Kingstown

                                                                  Telephone Numbers

                                                                  Number:
                                                                  401-682-2100
                                                                  Type:
                                                                  Main Phone
                                                                  Name:
                                                                  Main Phone
                                                                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LR-8000.8000-820) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                  General Information

                                                                  Hours:

                                                                  Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM
                                                                  Sat & Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM
                                                                  Evening/night Intake RNs
                                                                  24/7. Administrator on call after 4:00PM

                                                                  Intake Process:

                                                                  Call Intake at 401-682-2100, or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner

                                                                  Program Fees:

                                                                  Varies by Program

                                                                  Languages:

                                                                  Interpreter Services available

                                                                  Eligibility:

                                                                  Varies

                                                                  Handicap Accessible?

                                                                  Yes

                                                                  Accessibility:

                                                                  Handicap accessible

                                                                  Is Shelter?

                                                                  No

                                                                  Miscellaneous

                                                                  AKA:

                                                                  VNA; formerly VNS NBC

                                                                  Related Resource

                                                                  Date of Official Change:

                                                                  March 20, 2020

                                                                  Legal Status:

                                                                  Non-Profit

                                                                  Year Incorporated:

                                                                  1950

                                                                  Description

                                                                  For those who have experienced the recent death of a loved one, Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice provides several Bereavement Support Groups throughout the year. These groups address a variety of topics designed to help, heal and support those who have lost a loved one. These groups are open to the public and free of charge.

                                                                  Hours

                                                                  Visit https://visitingnursehh.org/community-health/bereavement-support-groups/ for upcoming group dates and times

                                                                  Required Documents

                                                                  None

                                                                  Eligibility

                                                                  Those who have experienced the recent death of a loved one

                                                                  Fees

                                                                  No Fees

                                                                  Intake Procedure

                                                                  To register for groups or inquire about bereavement services, please contact: Mary Holland, Hospice Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator by calling (401) 682-2100 x 1613 or email MHolland@visitingnursehh.org.

                                                                  Languages

                                                                  Interpreter Services Available

                                                                  Service Area

                                                                  Bristol County, Newport County

                                                                  Geography Served

                                                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                  • Rhode Island
                                                                    • Bristol County
                                                                      • Newport County

                                                                      Telephone Numbers

                                                                      Number:
                                                                      401-682-2100
                                                                      Type:
                                                                      Main Phone
                                                                      Name:
                                                                      Main Phone
                                                                      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PN-8100.1000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                      Description

                                                                      Comprehensive home health care for the sick and disabled. Includes professional nursing, social work, physical, occupational and speech therapy, nutrition, diet therapy and home health aides. Maternal/child health services. Clinics for adult health screening. Family planning, anonymous HIV testing. Comprehensive Hospice team-all services, Diabetes outpatient education and Geriatric care management. Income Source: United Way; State; federal; local; patient fees; third party reimbursement, including Medicare and Medicaid; donations; grants.

                                                                      Hours

                                                                      Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                                                      Required Documents

                                                                      Varies

                                                                      Eligibility

                                                                      Varies

                                                                      Fees

                                                                      Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                                                                      Intake Procedure

                                                                      Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                                                                      Languages

                                                                      Interpreter Services Available

                                                                      Service Area

                                                                      Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                                                      Geography Served

                                                                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                      • Rhode Island
                                                                        • Bristol County
                                                                          • Kent County
                                                                            • Newport County
                                                                              • Providence County
                                                                                • Washington County
                                                                                  • North Kingstown

                                                                              Telephone Numbers

                                                                              Number:
                                                                              401-682-2100
                                                                              Type:
                                                                              Main Phone
                                                                              Name:
                                                                              Main Phone
                                                                              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LT-1750.1700) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                              Description

                                                                              The monthly diabetes support group sponsored by the Visiting Nurse Services Home and Hospice is held at the Edward King Senior Center, 35 King St., Newport RI. The meeting is open to the public, and no appointment or referral is needed. Diabetes Support Groups are open to all those living with diabetes. The group is provided free of charge by Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice. Each meeting is facilitated by a certified diabetes educator. No registration or doctor’s referral is required. If you are interested in more information about our diabetes support groups, please call (401) 682-2100 x 1642.

                                                                              Hours

                                                                              Second Thu every month 1:00PM-2:00PM

                                                                              Required Documents

                                                                              None

                                                                              Eligibility

                                                                              Those living with diabetes

                                                                              Fees

                                                                              No Fees

                                                                              Intake Procedure

                                                                              Walk in or call 401-682-2100 x1642

                                                                              Languages

                                                                              Interpreter Services Available

                                                                              Service Area

                                                                              Statewide

                                                                              Geography Served

                                                                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                              • Rhode Island
                                                                                • Bristol County
                                                                                  • Newport County

                                                                                  Telephone Numbers

                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                  401-682-2100
                                                                                  Type:
                                                                                  Main Phone
                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                  Main Phone
                                                                                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PN-8100.3000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                  Special Notes/Funding

                                                                                  Contacts: Joan Rossi (Supervisor) 401-682-2100ext.1479(p) 401-682-2112(f) jrossi@visitingnursehh.org

                                                                                  Description

                                                                                  First Connections at Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice provides free, voluntary, confidential home visits in to pregnant women and families with young children. Conduct home visits: Trained nurses, social workers, and community health workers meet with families in their homes to talk about their needs, answer questions they may have, and conduct comprehensive assessments. If needed, home visitors can make arrangements for interpretation services during home visits. If you are an expecting parent, you may be contacted after the birth of your child to arrange a home visit. Engage families who may benefit from home visits. Link families with medical homes and social services: Home visits are based on the needs of the family. Visit topics may include health education and connections with appropriate healthcare services, human services, and community resources. If a child does not have a medical home, VNHH can help the family find one. Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice can also conduct child wellness screenings and communicate the results with the child’s healthcare provider. See the Department of Health website for more information about home visiting and the First Connections Program

                                                                                  Hours

                                                                                  Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                                                                  Required Documents

                                                                                  None

                                                                                  Eligibility

                                                                                  Prenatal Children 0-3

                                                                                  Fees

                                                                                  No Fees

                                                                                  Intake Procedure

                                                                                  Referral or Call Intake at 401-682-2100 and ask for First Connections Program.

                                                                                  Languages

                                                                                  Interpreter Services Available

                                                                                  Service Area

                                                                                  Barrington, Bristol, East Providence, Jamestown, Little Compton, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, Tiverton, Warren

                                                                                  Geography Served

                                                                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                  • Rhode Island
                                                                                    • Bristol County
                                                                                      • Barrington
                                                                                      • Bristol
                                                                                      • Warren
                                                                                    • Newport County
                                                                                      • Jamestown
                                                                                      • Little Compton
                                                                                      • Middletown
                                                                                      • Newport
                                                                                      • Portsmouth
                                                                                      • Tiverton
                                                                                    • Providence County
                                                                                      • East Providence

                                                                                  Telephone Numbers

                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                  401-682-2100
                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                  Main Phone
                                                                                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-6100.3300) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                  Description

                                                                                  Home Care Services of Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice is intermittent care – care provided several times a week or less for a short period of time – that requires special skills not ordinarily carried out by a lay person.

                                                                                  Hours

                                                                                  Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                                                                  Required Documents

                                                                                  Varies

                                                                                  Eligibility

                                                                                  Varies

                                                                                  Fees

                                                                                  Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                                                                                  Intake Procedure

                                                                                  Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                                                                                  Languages

                                                                                  Interpreter Services Available

                                                                                  Service Area

                                                                                  Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                                                                  Geography Served

                                                                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                  • Rhode Island
                                                                                    • Bristol County
                                                                                      • Kent County
                                                                                        • Newport County
                                                                                          • Providence County
                                                                                            • Washington County
                                                                                              • North Kingstown

                                                                                          Telephone Numbers

                                                                                          Number:
                                                                                          401-682-2100
                                                                                          Type:
                                                                                          Main Phone
                                                                                          Name:
                                                                                          Main Phone
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                                                                                          Description

                                                                                          Hospice care is provided to patients who have advanced diseases that are considered incurable. Hospice care is about living each day to its fullest and helps to make a patient’s last months and days as comfortable and fulfilling as possible…making every moment count. Care is provided in the familiar surroundings of home or home-like setting. Care can also be provided in a long-term care setting or a hospital. The Hospice team focuses on patients’ and their loved ones’ physical, emotional and spiritual comfort. The goal is for the patient and family to spend their remaining days with comfort and dignity. Hospice team visits regularly and is available to answer questions and provide support. The team helps prepare family and friends for the loss of a loved one, and help them deal with their grief through bereavement support groups.

                                                                                          Hours

                                                                                          Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                                                                          Required Documents

                                                                                          Varies

                                                                                          Eligibility

                                                                                          Patients who have advanced diseases that are considered incurable

                                                                                          Fees

                                                                                          Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                                                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                                                          Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                                                                                          Languages

                                                                                          Interpreter Services Available

                                                                                          Service Area

                                                                                          Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                                                                          Geography Served

                                                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                          • Rhode Island
                                                                                            • Bristol County
                                                                                              • Kent County
                                                                                                • Newport County
                                                                                                  • Providence County
                                                                                                    • Washington County
                                                                                                      • North Kingstown

                                                                                                  Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                                  401-682-2100
                                                                                                  Type:
                                                                                                  Main Phone
                                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                                  Main Phone
                                                                                                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LT-3000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                  Special Notes/Funding

                                                                                                  Subcontracted by Child and Family Services of Newport County

                                                                                                  Description

                                                                                                  SHIP Counseling

                                                                                                  Hours

                                                                                                  By appointment only

                                                                                                  Required Documents

                                                                                                  Medical/Financial Documents

                                                                                                  Eligibility

                                                                                                  Medicare clients

                                                                                                  Fees

                                                                                                  No Fees

                                                                                                  Intake Procedure

                                                                                                  Call Dale Dupuis 401-682-2100 to schedule an appointment

                                                                                                  Service Area

                                                                                                  Newport

                                                                                                  Geography Served

                                                                                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                  • Rhode Island
                                                                                                    • Newport County
                                                                                                      • Newport

                                                                                                  Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                                  401-682-2100
                                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                                  Main Phone
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                                                                                                  Description

                                                                                                  Occupational Therapy offered to help with regular activities like bathing, meal preparation, and housekeeping after an injury or illness.

                                                                                                  Hours

                                                                                                  Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                                                                                  Required Documents

                                                                                                  Varies

                                                                                                  Eligibility

                                                                                                  Varies

                                                                                                  Fees

                                                                                                  Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                                                                                                  Intake Procedure

                                                                                                  Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                                                                                                  Languages

                                                                                                  Interpreter Services Available

                                                                                                  Service Area

                                                                                                  Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                                                                                  Geography Served

                                                                                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                  • Rhode Island
                                                                                                    • Bristol County
                                                                                                      • Kent County
                                                                                                        • Newport County
                                                                                                          • Providence County
                                                                                                            • Washington County
                                                                                                              • North Kingstown

                                                                                                          Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                          Number:
                                                                                                          401-682-2100
                                                                                                          Type:
                                                                                                          Main Phone
                                                                                                          Name:
                                                                                                          Main Phone
                                                                                                          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LR-6200) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                          Description

                                                                                                          The Palliative Care program provides home health services to patients with serious and progressive health conditions who want to continue active treatment, seeking a cure or remission. Patients in this program often have life-threatening conditions such as: Cancer; Cardio-pulmonary disease; Lung or kidney disease; Neurological diseases such as Parkinson or Alzheimer; Other serious progressive diseases. Patients in this program may continue any level of active treatments for their diseases in the comfort of their home. The Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice supports patients and their families in the following ways: Manage complex pain and symptoms; Manage medications; Coordinate care with other health care professionals; Provide support for treatment decisions; Ease stresses and anxiety for patients and families during life-threatening disease.

                                                                                                          Hours

                                                                                                          Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                                                                                          Required Documents

                                                                                                          Varies

                                                                                                          Eligibility

                                                                                                          Patients with serious and progressive health conditions who want to continue active treatment, seeking a cure or remission

                                                                                                          Fees

                                                                                                          Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                                                                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                                                                          Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                                                                                                          Languages

                                                                                                          Interpreter Services Available

                                                                                                          Service Area

                                                                                                          Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                                                                                          Geography Served

                                                                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                          • Rhode Island
                                                                                                            • Bristol County
                                                                                                              • Kent County
                                                                                                                • Newport County
                                                                                                                  • Providence County
                                                                                                                    • Washington County
                                                                                                                      • North Kingstown

                                                                                                                  Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                                                  401-682-2100
                                                                                                                  Type:
                                                                                                                  Main Phone
                                                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                                                  Main Phone
                                                                                                                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LT-6650) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                  Description

                                                                                                                  Treatment of an illness or disease by mechanical means like heat, light, exercise, and massage

                                                                                                                  Hours

                                                                                                                  Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                                                                                                  Required Documents

                                                                                                                  Varies

                                                                                                                  Eligibility

                                                                                                                  Varies

                                                                                                                  Fees

                                                                                                                  Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                                                                                                                  Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                  Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                                                                                                                  Languages

                                                                                                                  Interpreter Services Available

                                                                                                                  Service Area

                                                                                                                  Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                                                                                                  Geography Served

                                                                                                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                  • Rhode Island
                                                                                                                    • Bristol County
                                                                                                                      • Kent County
                                                                                                                        • Newport County
                                                                                                                          • Providence County
                                                                                                                            • Washington County
                                                                                                                              • North Kingstown

                                                                                                                          Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                          Number:
                                                                                                                          401-682-2100
                                                                                                                          Type:
                                                                                                                          Main Phone
                                                                                                                          Name:
                                                                                                                          Main Phone
                                                                                                                          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LR-6600) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                          Special Notes/Funding

                                                                                                                          Contacts: Joan Rossi (Supervisor) 401-682-2100ext.1479(p) 401-682-2112(f) jrossi@visitingnursehh.org

                                                                                                                          Description

                                                                                                                          Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice offers home care for women with early maternity discharge and post-partum complications. Services include: Breast feeding instruction and support; Wound care; Post partum care and monitoring for complications; Nutritional support; Assessment for maternal depression. Home care is provided to infants and children who have had surgery, an injury, or an illness. Services Included: Wound care; Cast care; Asthma care; Care for new diabetics; Care for seizure disorders; Medication administration; Physical, occupational, or speech therapies; Instruction in use of home medical equipment; Care for premature infants from Special Care Nurseries and Neonatal Intensive Care Units.

                                                                                                                          Hours

                                                                                                                          INTAKE RNS: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM, Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM. Home Services 24/7

                                                                                                                          Required Documents

                                                                                                                          None

                                                                                                                          Eligibility

                                                                                                                          Prenatal Children 0-4

                                                                                                                          Fees

                                                                                                                          Accepts most insurance; Sliding scale fees to those who meet income guidelines; Self Pay

                                                                                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                          Call Intake at 401-682-2100

                                                                                                                          Languages

                                                                                                                          Interpreter Services Available

                                                                                                                          Service Area

                                                                                                                          Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                                                                                                          Geography Served

                                                                                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                          • Rhode Island
                                                                                                                            • Bristol County
                                                                                                                              • Barrington
                                                                                                                              • Bristol
                                                                                                                              • Warren
                                                                                                                            • Newport County
                                                                                                                              • Jamestown
                                                                                                                              • Little Compton
                                                                                                                              • Middletown
                                                                                                                              • Newport
                                                                                                                              • Portsmouth
                                                                                                                              • Tiverton
                                                                                                                            • Providence County
                                                                                                                              • East Providence

                                                                                                                          Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                          Number:
                                                                                                                          401-682-2100
                                                                                                                          Name:
                                                                                                                          Main Phone
                                                                                                                          Number:
                                                                                                                          800-456-1195
                                                                                                                          Name:
                                                                                                                          Toll Free
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                                                                                                                          Description

                                                                                                                          Speech therapy offered to assist with swallowing and communication issues.

                                                                                                                          Hours

                                                                                                                          Services 24/7. Evening/night Intake RNs: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Sat-Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM

                                                                                                                          Required Documents

                                                                                                                          Varies

                                                                                                                          Eligibility

                                                                                                                          Varies

                                                                                                                          Fees

                                                                                                                          Accepts most insurance, sliding scale available to those who meet income guidleines, Self Pay

                                                                                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                                                                                          Call intake at 401-682-2100 or (if hospitalized) speak to your discharge planner.

                                                                                                                          Languages

                                                                                                                          Interpreter Services Available

                                                                                                                          Service Area

                                                                                                                          Bristol County, Kent County, Newport County, Providence County, North Kingstown

                                                                                                                          Geography Served

                                                                                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                                          • Rhode Island
                                                                                                                            • Bristol County
                                                                                                                              • Kent County
                                                                                                                                • Newport County
                                                                                                                                  • Providence County
                                                                                                                                    • Washington County
                                                                                                                                      • North Kingstown

                                                                                                                                  Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                                                  Number:
                                                                                                                                  401-682-2100
                                                                                                                                  Type:
                                                                                                                                  Main Phone
                                                                                                                                  Name:
                                                                                                                                  Main Phone
                                                                                                                                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LR-8000.8000-820) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                                                  Geographies Served

                                                                                                                                  • Serves All Areas

                                                                                                                                  Address Listings

                                                                                                                                  Physical (Primary)

                                                                                                                                  1184 East Main Road
                                                                                                                                  Portsmouth, RI 02871

                                                                                                                                  Mailing

                                                                                                                                  1184 East Main Road
                                                                                                                                  Portsmouth, RI 02871

                                                                                                                                  Contacts

                                                                                                                                  Jennifer Fairbank, RN, BSN, CNHA

                                                                                                                                  Primary Contact

                                                                                                                                  CEO

                                                                                                                                  Joan Rossi

                                                                                                                                  Supervisor

                                                                                                                                  First Connections/Developmental Screening

                                                                                                                                  (401) 682-2100 x1479

                                                                                                                                  jrossi@visitingnursehh.org

                                                                                                                                  Phone Numbers

                                                                                                                                  Main Phone

                                                                                                                                  (401) 682-2100

                                                                                                                                  Fax

                                                                                                                                  (401) 682-2111

                                                                                                                                  Fax/First Connections/Developmental Screening

                                                                                                                                  (401) 682-2112

                                                                                                                                  Toll Free

                                                                                                                                  (800) 456-1195

                                                                                                                                  TTY

                                                                                                                                  (401) 682-2388

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