text: Our therapists work very hard every day to provide patient centered care and get our residents to a level that suits their needs and provides the best quality of life possible.
  The Vermont Veterans’ Home social workers provide many services to both residents and family members. In addition to many other duties, the social worker works closely with doctors and nursing staff to develop specific care plans based on the needs of the resident. They also provide Medicare and Medicaid services to help pay for medical care, psychosocial care to make sure that residents' transitions to a nursing home is fluid, discharge planning to be sure that when a resident is discharged they have all of the resources they need, and resident satisfaction to ensure that residents are comfortable and secure during their stay.
  Caring for a loved one at home can be overwhelming. If family members are not careful the responsibilities of being a caregiver can take their toll. Even the strongest of individuals needs help now and then. That is where we come in. The VVH offers respite care for Veterans and those that qualify to come and receive care here while the caregivers have a much needed break. Even a few hours of relief from constantly caring for a senior can make a huge difference. Let us help you, help your loved ones.
  Whether a resident is fighting an illness, needs to lose a few pounds or simply maintain their health, a dietitian lays out the personalized plan for the goal. Dieticians map out nutrition and food programs and oversee food preparation and serving to make sure that our residents get their needs met. They also work with healthcare professionals to develop nutrition plans that are needed and evaluate the plans’ effectiveness.
  At the Vermont Veterans’ Home we value our residents’ comfort. One of the ways we make sure that out residents stay comfortable is by providing podiatry services. We have podiatrists that work with us to help treating diseases and injuries of the feet and lower legs. Some of these issues can include corns, ingrown toenails, bunions or heel spurs and some of the time problems with the feet can be a first indication of a more severe health problem such as diabetes or other circulation issues. All of these factors are kept in mind when a resident is being examined and plans of care are put in place to bring a resident back to a suitable quality of life that provides comfort and healthy living.
  The VVH provides a wide range of excellent dental services. Oral care is primarily provided to prevent disease, maintain chewing and speaking ability, and to preserve comfort, hygiene, and dignity. Residents here are given an oral care plan and those plans are followed so that the resident can live as healthy a life style as possible.
  The Vermont Veterans' Home offers end of life care. When the time comes and a resident begins to decline, we implement what is called “end of life care”. Excellent care is still carried out, the only difference is that the treatment becomes more about comfort than curing a disease. We not only provide care for our residents, but we help their families deal with these hard times as well. We also have contracted Hospice Services available to help with the comfort of your loved one.
  At the VVH we know that medical appointments are a must. That is why we provide transportation to and from those appointments. There may be a charge for some appointments.
  Family visits are a huge part of a resident’s life. We want family members to visit and not have to worry about finding a place to stay. We have a guest room for family members that travel great distances. They can reserve the room and spend time with their loved ones without the stress of trying to find accommodations.
  
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