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Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc.

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Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc.

Care Central VNA & Hospice is a nonprofit home healthcare and hospice agency dedicated to delivering exceptional, compassionate care. Compassionate Care.

From skilled nursing to end-of-life support, we provide comfort, dignity, and quality care where it matters most—at home. Trusted Support. Right at Home. At Care Central VNA & Hospice, we are more than just a home healthcare agency—we are a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care to individuals and families across Massachusetts. Our co

mmitment is unwavering: quality healthcare for all, regardless of financial circumstances. Our Mission
Building healthier communities by providing high-quality healthcare and compassionate support where it matters most—at home. Our Vision
To be the most recognized and trusted provider of home health and hospice care in Massachusetts, setting the standard for excellence, compassion, and innovation. Our Services
At Care Central VNA & Hospice, we understand that each patient’s journey is unique. That’s why we offer a wide range of personalized services to meet diverse needs, ensuring comfort, dignity, and expert care at every stage of life.

✅ Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
✅ Palliative & Hospice Care
✅ Home Health Aides & Private Care Services
✅ Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy
✅ Chronic Disease Management & Support
✅ Corporate Flu Clinics & Community Wellness Programs
✅ Caregiver Support & Bereavement Groups

Whether recovering from illness, managing a chronic condition, or navigating end-of-life care, our expert team is here to provide compassionate, high-quality support—empowering patients to receive the care they need, in the comfort of their homes. Your Health. Your Home. Your Care Central VNA & Hospice.

📍 Serving Communities Across Massachusetts

04/24/2026

April 23, 2026 -Marlborough, MA

Senator Jamie Eldridge hosted the 44th Annual Senior Conference on Thursday at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School in Marlborough, MA. Seniors from Middlesex and Worcester counties. The annual conference is designed to offer seniors a day filled with valuable information, entertainment, and educational workshops led by expert guest speakers. Senator Eldridge also provides complimentary breakfast and lunch and avails himself to listening to the concerns of individuals from the area, as well as facilitating access to additional members of the MA legislature. Representing Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. at the event was Terri Saveall, Community Liaison.
Pictured: Terri with Senator Eldridge, Terri enthusiastically engaging with visitors of the Senior Conference.

04/20/2026

Vera Tice, MSECE, Chair of the Board of Directors proudly announces Andrew B. Eills, Esq. as the newest member of the Board of Directors for Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc.
Andrew brings over 35 years of legal expertise, strategic insight, and a strong commitment to community service. His healthcare practice encompasses contracts, mergers and acquisitions, federal and state regulatory issues, and corporate and non-profit governance. “Andrew's perspective and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to advance our mission of delivering compassionate, high-quality care to the individuals and families we serve” shared Tice. “Andrew will also be participating on the Board’s Human Resources committee and will be integral in shaping many of our strategic initiatives”.
Vera Tice, MSECE, Chair of the Board of Directors proudly announces Andrew B. Eills, Esq. as the newest member of the Board of Directors for Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc.

04/17/2026

Our Adult Day Health Program is still holding its Indulgent Skin product fundraiser through April 24—just in time for Mother’s Day! 💐
Treat someone special (or yourself!) while supporting meaningful enhancements to our program. Every purchase helps us continue to provide engaging, high-quality experiences for our participants.
Products can be viewed and purchased here: https://indulgentskin.com/
Please be sure to include "Gardner ADH Fundraiser" in the comment section when placing your order.
Thank you for your support!

04/17/2026

April 13,2026 -Webster, MA

Legislative Gathering at Point Breeze on Webster Lake

Area legislators and community leaders gathered Monday evening at Point Breeze for introductions to Brian Shortsleeve, Candidate for Governor of Massachusetts. Representing Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. at the event was Kristin Mattson, PT, Chief Development & Clinical Care Transitions Officer. Kristin relished the opportunity to connect directly with legislators to share the challenges facing non-profit, community-based healthcare organizations in the current regulatory and reimbursement environment.

Pictured L->R: Rep. John Marsi, Candidate for Governor Brian Shortsleeve, Kristin, Rep. Joseph McKenna, and Rep. Paul Frost.

04/16/2026

April 15, 2026 - Medway, MA

The Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts sponsored a workshop Wednesday in Medway which featured a presentation on Community -Based Palliative Care: Building for Sustainability. The program, presented by Constance Dahlin, MSN, ANP-BC, ACHPN, FPCN, FAAN, PhD and Masters Faculty at the Center to Advance Palliative Care, gathered Palliative Care providers and Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc.’s Jen Gardner, RN participated in a discussion with the presenter on strategies for palliative program expansion and sustainability in the home setting. Also attending from Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. were Alyssa Widen, MSN, BSN, RN, Director of Hospice and Holly Chaffee, MSN, BSN, RN, President & CEO.

Pictured: Holly, Alyssa, Jen, Cynthia Holloway, Events & Education Director, Home Care Alliance of MA, and Kim Portello, PT, COS-C, Associate Director of Regulatory Policy and Strategy, Home Care Alliance of MA.

04/16/2026

Announcing Jerry Posner as the 2026 Spring Gather & Grow Breakfast Speaker!

Jerry Posner is a dynamic speaker, facilitator, life transitions coach, and training specialist who has been inspiring audiences for over three decades. Since 1993, he has delivered more than 3,000 motivational and transformational programs at Canyon Ranch Resort in Lenox, Massachusetts, empowering tens of thousands of individuals to create meaningful, lasting results in the areas of life that matter most.

A sought-after speaker for conferences nationwide, Jerry also works with businesses, corporations, and organizations as a professional development trainer. His signature style blends humor, storytelling, and performance art with practical, empowering insights—creating experiences that are as engaging as they are impactful.

Born in New Jersey, Jerry graduated magna cm laude from Emerson College in Boston with a degree in Mass Communications. In the early 1990s, he founded and published The Positive Times Journal and hosted the weekly radio program Positive Radio. He is the author of Attention Late Bloomers: You’re Right On Time! (2006) and Eternal Cosmic Wisdom at Bargain Basement Prices (2011).
Jerry lives in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts with his wife, Lynne, and their canine companions Jackson and Betsy

04/11/2026

April 9.2026 -Sterling, MA

Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. Board of Directors Celebrates 2025 Organizational Performance

Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc’s Board of Directors, led by Board Chairwoman Vera Tice, MSECE attended the annual meeting of The Board of Directors immediately following their participation in the 2025 Annual Service Awards for staff. The organization is grateful for the continuous engagement and support of its Board, and for the Board’s participation on various organizational committees, working closely alongside staff and leadership.

Pictured: Vera Tice, MSECE, Board Chairwoman and Holly Chaffee, MSN, BSN, RN, President & CEO.
Members and Officers of the Board of Directors ( L->R) David Tiberri, Secretary, Matthew Williams, Vice Chair, James Gondek, Andrew Eiles, Richard Fay, John Olson, Tracy Emerton Williams, and Al Rose. Not pictured: Nancy Bouchard, Treasurer Kregg Spofford and Joseph Warrino.

04/10/2026

April 9, 2026 -Sterling, MA

Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. Annual Meeting & Awards Ceremony

Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. celebrated the longevity of its staff Thursday evening, recognizing 35, 20, 15, 10 and 5 year milestones with the organization.
Holly Chaffee, MSN, BSN, RN, President & CEO proudly led the event, especially recognizing a heroic act of Sarah Crowley, RN, in saving the life of a patient by recognizing an unusual smell in the patient’s home during her visit, calling 911 and removing the patient from the home during what the fire department identified would have been a fatal carbon monoxide and propane leak. While extraordinary, at Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. the extraordinary is “ordinary “in our work, shared Chaffee. “These acts of compassion and service beyond the routine role are what separates us, and our longevity is a testament to the engagement in our mission and in doing our very best in every home, in every day.”

04/10/2026

4/9/26- Worcester, MA

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

04/02/2026

Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. is proud to deliver exceptional, compassionate care in the homes of individuals living in over 100 communities across 5 counties in Massachusetts. Ranked a high performing non-profit provider of home health care by US News & World Report and rated a 5-star program by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid services, we continue to grow the reach of our talented clinicians.

With gratitude to our clinicians and to all who support Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. and our delivery of patient-centered, dignified care.

04/02/2026

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

04/02/2026

March 26, 2026 - Worcester, MA

The Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts held its Regional Members Meeting at the Arca Adult Day Center in Worcester, Massachusetts on Thursday. The HCA of MA Members Meeting gathers agency leaders and members from across Central Massachusetts, fostering collaboration and professional engagement within the Home Care and Hospice community. HCA of MA leadership discussed timely policy updates and regulatory changes impacting the industry, ensuring participants remain informed and compliant with evolving requirements. Attendees also engaged in meaningful discussions, sharing challenges, ideas, and insights related to the changing landscape of Home Care, Hospice, and private duty agencies. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange best practices, explore solutions to common operational and clinical challenges, and strengthen regional partnerships to support high-quality patient care. Representing Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. at the event was Kelly Loescher, OTR/L, Clinical I.S. Officer.

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34 Pearly Lane
Gardner, MA
01440

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Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

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+19786321230

Website

https://www.carecentralvnahospice.org/

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