Corporate contact 

(716) 630-8000

Hours 

M-F:  8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Sat-Sun: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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About Visiting Nurses Association of Western New York

Established as the nation’s first home health agency, the Visiting Nursing Association of Western New York (VNA of WNY) remains the largest home care provider in Western New York. As part of Kaleida Health, the VNA of WNY delivers skilled medical care and supportive services directly to patients in their homes, helping individuals recover, manage chronic conditions and maintain independence. 

 Our experienced teams partner with patients, families and providers to ensure safe, coordinated care across the continuum. 

Why choose VNA of WNY?

  • The nation’s first home health agency and the largest provider in the region

  • First home care organization ever to be independently ISO 9001 certified by the DNV, a mark of our high standards of quality and care

  • Ranked among the top home health care agencies in the nation, according to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

  • Patient experience and quality ratings at and above all national and state benchmarks

  • Part of Kaleida Health, Western New York’s leading health system, providing seamless connection to additional care if needed

  • Compassionate, experienced nurses and licensed clinicians deliver care where patients live

  • A strong focus on safety, independence and preventing hospital readmissions

Services

The VNA provides a wide variety of services for patients managing chronic or complex medical conditions, or who are recovering at home. 

Skilled nursing care

Licensed nurses provide a variety of nursing care including wound care, medication management, disease monitoring, injections, IV therapy and patient education in the home.

Rehabilitation therapy

Physical, occupational and speech therapy services to support recovery, restore mobility and improve daily function.

Chronic disease management

Ongoing monitoring and education to help patients manage conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, COPD and other chronic illnesses.

Medical social work and care coordination

Support with community resources, discharge planning and navigating complex medical needs.

Nutrition counseling

Personalized dietary guidance to support healing, manage chronic conditions and promote overall health.

Obstetric and maternal services

Home-based prenatal and postpartum care for mothers who need additional monitoring and support.

Palliative and supportive care

Symptom management and comfort-focused support delivered in coordination with providers and specialists.

Pediatric services

Skilled home health services for infants and children with medical needs, including newborn assessments, injections, infusion therapies, wound care and enteral and parenteral feeding needs. Pediatric services are delivered in coordination with pediatric providers.

Pharmacy, infusion therapy and drug monitoring

Medication review and monitoring to ensure prescriptions are taken safely, prevent interactions and support effective treatment at home.

Telehealth

Secure virtual visits and remote monitoring that expand access to care and support early identification of concerns.

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Secure virtual visits and remote monitoring that expand access to care and support early identification of concerns.

The Visiting Nursing Association operates 10 branch locations serving counties throughout Western New York.

What to expect from your care

Comprehensive in-home assessment

A licensed clinician evaluates medical needs, home environment and personal goals to develop an appropriate plan of care.

Personalized care plan

Care is tailored to each patient’s condition, preferences and recovery goals, and adjusted as needs change.

Seamless care coordination

Our teams work closely with Kaleida Health hospitals, physicians and specialists to ensure continuity of care.

Getting started

How do I request home care services?

Services may be requested by a provider referral, hospital discharge planner or by contacting our intake team. Referrals are taken 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Request home health services

Insurance and coverage

We accept most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Coverage varies by service and plan.

Patient info

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Pay your bill

In almost all cases, the skilled services provided by the VNA are reimbursed by your insurance carrier. Services may be reviewed by your carrier for medical necessity and payment will be limited to the terms of your contract. Our Patient Financial Services Department will work directly with your insurance carrier for reimbursement. It is your obligation to notify VNA of any changes in your insurance coverage. You will be responsible to pay the VNA for services as a result of non-coverage. 

Know your rights

Helpful forms & checklists

Community Resources

Community Resources

Child Protective Service Hotline

1-800-342-3720

Learn More

Skilled Nursing and Therapy

Wound care, medication management, disease monitoring, injections and IV therapy from licensed nurses, plus physical, occupational and speech therapy to restore mobility and daily function.

Chronic and Complex Care

Ongoing monitoring and education for heart disease, diabetes, COPD and other chronic illnesses, with palliative and supportive care for symptom management and comfort.

Specialty and Family Services

Pediatric home health for infants and children, obstetric and maternal care, nutrition counseling, and medical social work with care coordination.

Pharmacy, Infusion and Telehealth

Medication review, infusion therapy and drug monitoring, plus secure virtual visits and remote monitoring that expand access to care.

By County

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Cattaraugus, Tonawanda and Tuscarora 
Participants can call: 1-800-348-8399 
Email 

Directions in Independent Living (DIL) - Olean 
Leonard X. Liguori, Executive Director 
512 West State Street 
Olean, NY 14760 
V & TTY: (716) 373-4602 
Fax: (716) 373-4604 

Erie 

  • Office for the Aging - Erie County 
    Mr. Timothy Hogues, Commissioner 
    95 Franklin Street – Room 1329 
    Buffalo, NY 14202-3985 
    (716) 858-8526 
    Fax: (716) 858-6468 
    Email 
    Erie County Website 
  • NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) 
    Buffalo - Western New York Independent Living, Inc. (WNYIL) 
    Douglas Usiak, Executive 
    3108 Main Street 
    Buffalo NY 14214 
    V & TTY: (716) 836-0822 
    Fax: (716) 835-3967 
    Email 
  • Buffalo/OAHIIO - OAHIIO, Native American Independent Living Services 
    Cynthia Printup-Harms, Program Director 
    C/O Western New York Independent Living, Inc. 
    3108 Main Street, Buffalo NY 14214 
    (716) 836-0822, ext 120 
    or  Cattaraugus, Tonawanda and Tuscarora participants can call:1-800-348-8399 
    Email 
    OAHIIO Website 

  • Office for the Aging - Genesee County 
    Batavia-Genesee Senior Center 
    Ruth Spink, Director 
    2 Bank Street 
    Batavia, NY 14020-2299 
    (585) 343-1611 
    Fax: (585) 344-8559 
  • NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) 
    Buffalo - Western New York Independent Living, Inc. (WNYIL) 
    Douglas Usiak, Executive 
    3108 Main Street 
    Buffalo NY 14214 
    V & TTY: (716) 836-0822 
    Fax: (716) 835-3967 
    Email 
  • Independent Living of Genesee Region (ILGR) (Buffalo/Batavia) 
    James Moody, Director 
    113 Main Street – Suite 5 
    Batavia, NY 14020 
    (585) 815-8501 
    Fax: (585) 335-1748 

  • Office for the Aging - Steuben County 
    Patty Baroody, Director 
    3 E. Pulteney Square 
    Bath, NY 14810-1510 
    (607) 664-2298 
    Fax: (607)664-2371 
  • NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) 
    Rene L. Snyder, Executive Director (Corning) 
    AIM Independent Living Center 
    271 East First Street 
    Corning NY 14830 
    Voice/TTY: (607) 962-8225 
    Fax: (607) 937-5125 
    Email 
  • AAIM – Outreach Center (Corning/Bath) 
    117 East Steuben Street 
    Bath NY 14810 
    Voice/TTY: (607)776-3838 
  • AIM – Outreach Office (Corning/Hornell) 370 Sawyer Street – Building 3 
    Hornell NY 14843 
    (607) 324-4271