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Cornerstone VNA Team Members Receive Top Honors

Cornerstone VNA Team Members Receive Top Honors

 

Rochester, NH – Cornerstone VNA is proud to announce that two team members received high honors at the Home Care, Hospice & Palliative Care Alliance of New Hampshire’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, which was held on June 18th at The Barn at Bull Meadow in Concord.

During the Alliance’s special event, Julie Reynolds, President/CEO of Cornerstone VNA, received the Home Care and Hospice Service Award. According to the Alliance, “This award showcases and celebrates true excellence and dedication to providing quality in-home health care. Recipients of the Service Award have been identified as individuals or groups who have made exceptional contributions to the home care and hospice community in New Hampshire and the Alliance.”

 

Julie was recognized as a remarkable individual who epitomizes the qualities of a transformative leader. Under Julie’s guidance, Cornerstone VNA has flourished, embracing innovation and technological advancements to provide expert care to patients. Over the past decade, the organization has doubled in size in its service area and staffing. Cornerstone VNA’s growth and success is a testament to Julie’s commitment to excellence.

 

Julie shares, “I am truly honored to receive this award and the recognition. Healthcare is a complicated system, and without the opportunity to work together through the Alliance, change cannot happen. My job is very rewarding because I work with so many dedicated and caring individuals at Cornerstone VNA. It is gratifying to know that my commitment to excellence has a positive effect.”

 

In addition to Julie’s recognition, another Cornerstone VNA team member was honored during the Alliance’s anniversary celebration. Hydi Prentice, Personal Care Service Provider, received the Alliance’s inaugural Personal Care Service Award. According to the Alliance, “Members know that personal care providers are hard-working, caring individuals who serve clients and their families every day and regard this service as more than just a job. They are here to make a difference.  This award gives providers the opportunity to reward those individuals who have committed themselves to a career in caregiving.”

 

Hydi was recognized for her commitment to providing top-notch care, ensuring her patients’ personal needs are met while maintaining a clean and safe environment and offering emotional support with a cheerful outlook and attentive ear. It was shared that her dedication extends beyond physical care, as she strives to help her patients remain in the comfort of their own homes for as long as possible. As a seasoned preceptor at Cornerstone VNA, Hydi imparts invaluable wisdom and support to new caregivers, aiding in their transformation from orientee to confident Personal Care Service Providers. Hydi adds, “It was an honor and very much appreciated to receive this award.”

 

The recognition of Julie and Hydi’s accomplishments celebrates the culture of Cornerstone VNA and their commitment to excellence. According to Erika Lee, Advancement Director, “It was a wonderful evening. The Alliance has done incredible work in supporting home health care organizations over the past 50 years.” Lee continues, “It was an honor to be joined by past leaders of the Alliance, including immediate past board chair of Cornerstone VNA, Susan Young Gaudiello, and previous CEO, Linda Hotchkiss, to celebrate our agency’s passion and dedication to ensuring patients receive the best care in the place they want to be…at home.”

 

Cornerstone VNA currently serves Rockingham, Strafford, Belknap and Carroll Counties in New Hampshire and York County in Maine. The team at Cornerstone VNA provides award-winning care and support through five distinct programs: Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Life Care-Private Duty, and Community Care. For over 111 years, Cornerstone VNA has been committed to bringing services to people of all ages so that families can stay together at home, even when facing the challenges of aging, surgical recovery, chronic or life-threatening illnesses or end-of-life care. To learn more about Cornerstone VNA, visit www.cornerstonevna.org or call 800-691-1133.

Susan Young Gaudiello Receives 2024 Cornerstone Award

Susan Young Gaudiello Receives 2024 Cornerstone Award

 

Rochester, NH – Cornerstone VNA is excited to announce their annual Cornerstone Award recipient, given to an individual or business in recognition of their commitment to advancing the mission of Cornerstone VNA. This year, Susan Young Gaudiello of Barrington, NH was honored with the 2024 Cornerstone Award during an intimate gathering of donors and friends on June 26th.

 

Susan’s work life has been one of service throughout the State of New Hampshire as the Executive Director for nearly 20 years of the Home Care Association of NH, now known as the Home Care, Hospice, and Palliative Care Alliance of NH. In this role, she worked tirelessly to ensure that all residents have access to care at home. Upon her retirement, she wanted to continue to give back and advocate for those in her community and joined the Cornerstone VNA Board of Directors in 2011. According to Julie Reynolds, RN, MS, President/CEO, “Susan has been a champion of Cornerstone VNA, providing leadership, motivation and vision that has propelled us into action and inspired others.”

 

During her time on the Board of Directors, Susan has held the position of vice chair and chair and was actively involved in numerous board committees. Her business background, passion for home healthcare, and her advocacy efforts, have been instrumental in leading the board’s success and sustainability. She has been a mentor to many other board members and influential in engaging board members.

 

Susan has made significant contributions to Cornerstone VNA, especially during times of change, growth, and unexpected challenges. This included the successful leadership transition of Cornerstone VNA’s CEO in 2013, helping the organization in its efforts to build a culture of philanthropy, and providing exceptional guidance and support through a capital campaign and the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Advancement Director, Erika Lee, “The agency was incredibly fortunate to benefit from Susan’s guidance throughout the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic. Her infinite wisdom and calm approach during so much uncertainty really helped us navigate that challenging time with confidence. Susan was also deeply involved in the building expansion and renovation project to ensure the continued growth and success of Cornerstone VNA.”

 

Over the years, Susan has made personal contributions to the organization by supporting various campaigns and becoming a member of the Norma Snow Legacy Society. Susan understands the importance of leading by example, and as a result, she has played a key role in helping to build an agencywide culture of philanthropy. “It’s been an honor and a pleasure to support the VNA’s mission as a board member and donor,” Susan stated in accepting the award. “My family has personally benefitted from their outstanding services, so I know how valuable this organization is to all communities it serves.”

 

Susan gives unconditionally, not only at Cornerstone VNA, but to her Town of Barrington through her past service as a Select Board member, and her current role as chair of the public library board of trustees and library building committee. Cornerstone VNA is grateful to honor Susan for her years of service, philanthropy and dedication.

 

Cornerstone VNA currently serves Rockingham, Strafford, Belknap and Carroll Counties in New Hampshire and York County in Maine. The team at Cornerstone VNA provides award-winning care and support through five distinct programs: Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Life Care-Private Duty, and Community Care. For over 111 years, Cornerstone VNA has been committed to bringing services to people of all ages so that families can stay together at home, even when facing the challenges of aging, surgical recovery, chronic or life-threatening illnesses or end-of-life care. To learn more about Cornerstone VNA, visit www.cornerstonevna.org or call 800-691-1133.

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