Visiting Nurse Service & Hospice of Suffolk celebrates 20 years of care
Visiting Nurse Service & Hospice of Suffolk celebrated the 20th anniversary of its Hospice House on October 20 at The Paramount’s Founder’s Room in Huntington Village. Photo courtesy of JK Consulting.
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Visiting Nurse Service & Hospice of Suffolk (VNSHS) recently marked a significant milestone in its history, celebrating the 20th anniversary of its Hospice House at a commemorative event, held on October 20 at The Paramount’s Founder’s Room in Huntington. The event honored two decades of compassionate end-of-life care and highlighted the ongoing importance of hospice services in our community.
Established in 2004, Hospice House stands as a testament to VNSHS’s commitment to providing care with compassion and dignity. Located at 101 Laurel Road in East Northport, this eight-bedroom facility has served as a homelike haven for over 6,500 patients and their families during their final days together.
“For 20 years, Hospice House has been a beacon of comfort and support for our community,” said Silvia Cota, chief executive officer of VNSHS. “It’s more than just a facility; it’s a place where families can find peace and acceptance during one of life’s most challenging moments.”
The anniversary celebration, which drew more than 150 guests, featured the Grammy Award-winning sounds of Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks. The event successfully raised over $45,000, funds that will directly support VNSHS's vital healthcare services.
VNSHS’s history of care extends far beyond Hospice House. Founded in 1952 as a home nursing agency, VNSHS has maintained its status as an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare throughout Suffolk County.
Its commitment to treating every patient with kindness and dignity has been the cornerstone of the VNSHS’s mission for over seven decades.
