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Hours
M-F: 8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Sat-Sun: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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?
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The nation’s first home health agency and the largest provider in the region
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First home care organization ever to be independently ISO 9001 certified by the DNV, a mark of our high standards of quality and care
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Ranked among the top home health care agencies in the nation, according to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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Patient experience and quality ratings at and above all national and state benchmarks
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Part of Kaleida Health, Western New York’s leading health system, providing seamless connection to additional care if needed
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Compassionate, experienced nurses and licensed clinicians deliver care where patients live
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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.
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.
Insurance and coverage
We accept most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Coverage varies by service and plan.
Patient info
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.
Please contact Patient Financial Services at (716) 630-8612 if you have any questions regarding your insurance coverage or if you would like more information regarding our charity care program, payment plan arrangements or other discounts you may qualify for. The VNA is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to servicing our community.
We are required to inform you of our list charges, although rates established with the government and local health plans can be significantly less than the list rate. Effective 02/01/2024 our list charges are as follows:
Skilled Nursing $300
Physical Therapy $300
Speech Therapy $300
Occupational Therapy $300
Medical Social Services $300
Nutrition $300
Home Health Aide (per visit) $125
Personal Care Aide (per hour) $60
Know your rights
- Patient Rights Read More
- Discrimination and language interpreter availability Read More
- Policy for transfer and discharge Read More
- Policy for transfer and discharge Read More
- CMS Privacy Act Statement Read More
- CMS Home Health Agency Outcome and Assessment Information Set Read More
- CMS Notice About Privacy for Patients Who Don’t Have Medicare or Medicaid Read More
- Medicare Home Health Compare information Read More
Helpful forms & checklists
Community Resources
Community Resources
Agency on Aging
New York State Office for the Aging
Agency and Disability Resource Center
NYS Department of Health
Center for Independent Living
Protection and Advocacy Services Agency in NYS
1-800-624-4143
Quality Improvement Organization - Livanta
Center for Independent Living
1-866-815-5440
Center for Independent Living
1-866-815-5440
State Consumer Protection Agency
1-800-697-1220
Child Protective Service Hotline
1-800-342-3720
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
- Office for the Aging - Allegany County
Madeleine Gasdik, Director
6085 Route 19 N
Belmont, NY 14813 - NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)
AIM – Outreach Center (Corning/Belmont)
84 Schuyler Street
Belmont NY 14813
1-888-962-8244 ext. 410
- Office for the Aging - Cattaraugus County
Catherine M. Mackay, Director
One Leo Moss Drive – Suite 7610
Olean, NY 14760-1101
(716) 373-8032
Fax: (716) 701-3730 - NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)
OAHIIO, Native American Independent Living Services
Cynthia Printup-Harms, Program Director (Buffalo/OAHIIO)
C/O Western New York Independent Living, Inc.
3108 Main Street
Buffalo NY 14214
(716) 836-0822, ext 120
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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
- Office for the Aging - Chautauqua County
Dr. Mary Ann Spanos, Director
7 North Erie Street
Mayville, NY 14757-1027
(716) 753-4471
Fax: (716) 753-4477 - NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)
Southwestern Independent Living Center, Inc. (Jamestown)
Marie Carrubba, Director
843 N. Main Street, Jamestown NY 14701
Olean, NY 14760
V: (716) 661-3010
TTY: (716)661-3012
Fax: (716)661-3011
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 - Livingston County
Sue Carlock, Director
3 Murray Hill Drive
Mt. Morris, NY 14510-1601
(585) 243-7520
Fax: (585) 243-7516 - NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)
Livingston County Department of Social Services
One Murray Hill Drive
Mt. Moris NY 14510
(585) 243-7300
Fax: (585) 335-1748
- Office for the Aging - Niagara County
Kenneth M. Genewick, Director
111 Main Street, Suite 101
Lockport, NY 14094-3718
(716) 438-4020
Fax: (716) 438-4029 - NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)
Independent Living of Niagara County (ILNC) - Buffalo/Niagara Falls
Sue Lanzo, Director
746 Portage Road
Niagara Falls NY 14301
(716) 284-4131
Fax: (716) 284-3230
Toll Free: (888) 567-6454
- Office for the Aging - Orleans County
Orleans County Administrative Building
14016 State Route 31W
Albion NY 14411
(585) 589-3191 - NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)
14016 Route 31 West
Albion NY 14411
- 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
- Office for the Aging - Wyoming County
Angela Milillo, Deputy Director
8 Perry Avenue
Warsaw, NY 14569
(585) 786-8833
Fax: (585) 786-8832 - NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)