On September 26th, Porchlight VNA/Home Care hosted a CEU event at Spectrum Playhouse. The presentation, entitled “Massachusetts Options for Continuing Care: Gaining Access, How to Pay for It, Dual Eligibility” was presented by Porchlight’s Barbara Tracy, FNP, Deborah Hollingworth of Greater Springfield Senior Services, Inc. and Rachel Richards of Seniorlink. The event was co-sponsored by Porchlight VNA/Home […]
It’s very simple. Everyone loves frozen yogurt. It doesn’t get better than Ayelada…. Make a point to stop by Sunday, August 25th. Bring your family and meet-up with your friends at Ayelada in St. Luke’s Square, 505 East Street, Pittsfield. A portion of all sales will be donated to Berkshire Animal D.R.E.A.M.S. – the excellent […]
GREAT BARRINGTON – Kindred Great Barrington Nursing and Rehabilitation, Porchlight VNA/Home Care, and Berkshire Running Center today announced that the Kindred Great 8 (Gr8t) eight-mile road race will take place on Sunday, August 25. The race will begin at 8 a.m. The race proceeds will benefit the Porchlight Nursing Assistant Training Program, which takes place […]
In today’s reality of accountable care organizations (ACOs) under healthcare reform, it’s critical to produce excellent patient outcomes. The system is now setup to reward great outcomes and financially punish poor outcomes that lead to re-hospitalizations. For post-acute providers, it’s not only important to develop a strong working relationship with the hospital that is now […]
If anyone knows something about true care and compassion, it is Mavis Beam, 85, of Lee. A Boston native, she served as a teacher’s aide in Jamaica Plain where she worked hands-on with students with severe physical and mental challenges. She never missed a day on the job in ten years. While that is impressive, she […]
GREAT BARRINGTON – Kindred Great Barrington Nursing and Rehabilitation Administrator Bill Kittler announced today that, in partnership with Porchlight VNA/Home Care, they will be hosting a champagne breakfast and presentation by the Great Barrington Historical Society, on Tuesday, July 2 at 8:30 a.m. at Kindred Great Barrington, 148 Maple Avenue. The event is free and […]
I had a chance to sit down with a long-time colleague, Laurence Cohen, MD, of Berkshire Orthopaedic Associates who experienced the evolution of orthopedics, and in particular, joint-replacements. He spoke about how rehabilitation before and after surgery is happening more and more at home for a variety of reasons. Also, he cautioned high-impact activities following […]
It’s the logical next step. I’ve written about Berkshire Money Management’s Allen Harris and his rational altruism philosophy. We’ve discussed how his strategic charitable giving is based on the idea that providing a boost to the community where he lives and works not only enhances quality of life – it’s also good for his business. […]
PITTSFIELD – The second annual Audie Furgal Tennis Classic will take place on Saturday, June 29 at Berkshire West Athletic Club and various other tennis venues throughout Berkshire County. The fundraising event will benefit the Lee Community Tennis Association (Lee CTA) and Porchlight VNA/Home Care who are the beneficiaries of the event. The tennis classic will […]
More clients, more work, more needs. Let’s go! As our firm has grown, our needs continue to shift with an ever-evolving base of clients. And, more simply, in the past few months, our volume of work has increased significantly. We’ve got to respond to it. We are seeking graphic designers and […]