Expert: Kathy Harrison, RN, BSN

Expertise: Regional Director of Business Development, Visiting Nurse Association of Florida

Q: Why Choose VNA of Florida for Home Health Care?

A: As a licensed home health agency, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care with hands-on oversight of our caregivers. Our team members are carefully hired, trained, and managed to meet the rigorous professional standards set by Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). Families can trust that their loved ones are in expert hands.

Q: What sets VNA of Florida caregivers apart from others in the industry?

A: Our caregivers undergo rigorous tests, interviews, fingerprinting, and background checks at the local, state, and federal levels. They also receive ongoing competency evaluations and work closely with each patient's physician to deliver personalized, professional care tailored to each individual's needs.

Q: Why Trust VNA of Florida for Your Loved One's Care?

A: Choosing a home care provider is a big decision. With RN-managed, fully insured caregivers and a strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer care that families and physicians trust. To find out how our locally managed team can support you or your loved one, contact us today.

Q: How does VNA of Florida support patients who want to stay independent at home?

A: VNA of Florida helps patients maintain their independence with a comprehensive range of personalized home health services, including skilled nursing, therapy, care management, and specialized programs. Our private duty care offers compassionate, one-on-one support such as companionship, personal care, meal assistance, and memory care monitoring—tailored to each individual's unique needs. By combining professional medical care with everyday assistance, we empower patients to live safely and comfortably in their own homes.

Q: How does VNA of Florida give back to the community?

A: Since 1987, our Visiting Nurse Foundation has been dedicated to improving community health. The Foundation has provided over $3 million in free healthcare, including free care through our mobile medical clinic, which has served the community for more than 18 years. We also donate medical supplies and essential items to those in need, fund scholarships for students pursuing nursing careers, and lead education and outreach programs that promote wellness and improve health outcomes.

Q: How Does VNA of Florida Ensure Safety and Reliability?

A: Safety and reliability come first for us. Every employee completes thorough Level 2 state and federal background checks before joining our team. Ongoing supervision and training make sure our caregivers consistently deliver the highest quality care. Our hands-on skills lab gives caregivers practical preparation before they start working in homes. As a licensed agency, our caregivers are employees—not independent contractors. They work directly under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and follow strict professional and ethical standards.