North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency

01/12/2026

Preventing hospital-acquired infections protects patients and supports caregivers. This work depends on consistency, coordination, and attention to detail every day.
To read more about infection prevention at North Country Healthcare affiliates, follow this link: https://northcountryhealth.org/press-release/north-country-healthcare-reports-strong-infection-prevention-results-across-system/

01/09/2026

Patient safety is daily work. In 2025, teams across North Country Healthcare recorded zero central line–associated bloodstream infections, reflecting consistent infection prevention practices and teamwork across our hospitals.

To read more about this achievement, follow this link to our Press Release: https://conta.cc/4qL4ZED

01/03/2026

📣 Now Hiring at North Country Healthcare! 📣

Physical Therapists
Sign on bonus, student loan repayment and relocation available!
Locations include: NCH Float role (eligible for all site locations), Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital (2 openings!), Home Health & Hospice (1 Full Time, 1 Per Diem)
👉 Learn more and apply at northcountryhealth.org/careers

01/02/2026

The 20th Annual Home Health & Hospice Gala was an unforgettable evening! Thank you to everyone who helped make this night truly meaningful. Your support makes a lasting difference.

12/26/2025

💼 Join Our Team!
Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day? We’re hiring compassionate, dedicated individuals to join our team of healthcare heroes. 💙

✅ Competitive pay
✅ Supportive team culture
✅ Growth opportunities
✅ Make an impact in your community

Explore open positions today: https://careers.northcountryhealth.org

12/22/2025

🗓 Have you booked your appointment yet? The next American Red Cross Blood Drive is set for January 7th at NCH Affiliate, Weeks Medical Center, in Lancaster!

Donating blood can save lives and it makes a positive impact by ensuring a steady supply of blood for those in need.

Visit redcrossblood.org to register! (Use Zip Code 03584 for WMC in Lancaster.)

12/20/2025

🎙 Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled

As Season 1 of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled has come to a close, now is the perfect time to catch up on this insightful conversation.

In this episode, we sit down with Tom Mee, Chief Executive Officer of North Country Healthcare, for a candid discussion about leadership, vision, and navigating the complexities of rural healthcare.

Tom reflects on his journey from bedside nurse to System CEO and how those experiences shape the way he leads today. We explore the importance of trust, transparency, and collaboration across affiliates, along with the challenges and opportunities facing rural health systems in a changing environment.

Looking ahead to a new fiscal year, Tom shares what he sees on the horizon and what it means to keep staff and patients at the center of every decision.

Whether you’re on the front lines, in a support role, or simply curious about leadership in healthcare, this episode offers a thoughtful look at resilience, vision, and staying true to mission in rural healthcare.

Found on YouTube, Spotify, and wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

https://youtu.be/x7QvdF8-ILE
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2RBXBs4f1QOu3XRQf7nMpq

12/18/2025

🌼 Congratulations to our newest DAISY Honoree! 🌼

Please join us in celebrating Alexyss McKinnon, RN of North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency. Alexyss was nominated by a patient who shared how her kindness, patience, and compassion make a lasting difference during every visit. She truly exemplifies what it means to be an exceptional nurse.

Thank you, Alexyss, for the extraordinary care you provide every day—and congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 💛

12/17/2025

🎙 Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled

What started as a few conversations turned into a season full of stories, reflection, and connection.

In our Season in Review episode of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled, we revisit some of our favorite moments, from leadership journeys and career growth to the personal experiences that shape why people choose healthcare.

These voices remind us that behind every role is a story, and together those stories shape who we are at North Country Healthcare.

Season 2 launches January 28 with new voices, fresh conversations, and more roads less travelled.

Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLip_7RDZIOI_cGoMAzM25spamUh3urKTB
https://open.spotify.com/show/3h9rxkuQBNPxZlRTYss99D

12/13/2025

🎙 Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled

In this episode of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled, we sit down with Evelyn Robbenolt-Jones, who leads Behavioral Health at North Country Healthcare, for a candid conversation about mental health, substance use, and the unique challenges and opportunities of providing care in rural communities.

Evelyn shares what first drew her to this work, how behavioral health and substance use disorder intersect, and what she wishes more people understood about the realities of behavioral health services. We talk about stigma, access to care, and the role that every staff member—clinical or not—can play in supporting patients and colleagues.

Whether you’re on the frontlines of patient care or working behind the scenes, this episode offers important insight into how behavioral health touches every part of what we do.

Tune in for a thoughtful and compassionate conversation about resilience, connection, and hope.

Found on YouTube, Spotify, and wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

https://youtu.be/qTpoWF2WWls
https://open.spotify.com/episode/09Ub1pbl5GElYtzKewx3Yx

12/12/2025

Behind every home visit and every late night phone call, there is a team.

In “Building Caregiver Confidence,” three members of the North Country Home Health and Hospice team share how they support families day to day: Medical Director Glenn Adams, D.O., Social Worker Kelsea Denney, MSW, and Hospice Nurse Mel D’Agata.

They talk about the questions families are often afraid to ask, the practical skills caregivers can learn, and the small moments that build confidence over time.

This episode is a helpful starting place if you or someone you love is wondering what hospice really looks like in real life.

This episode features three members of the North Country Home Health & Hospice team: Medical Director Glenn Adams, D.O., Social Worker Kelsea Denney, MSW, an...