-

Overview

“There’s no place like home.” It’s not just a saying, it’s a fact when it comes to your health. You’re likely to do better recovering from an illness or injury in your home than in a hospital. Likewise, people at the end of life are more comfortable at home, surrounded by familiar faces and surroundings.

At Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice, we’re here to help you manage whatever challenges you face. For those facing short-term illness or injury, that can mean the specialized assistance of a nurse or physical therapist. For those facing terminal illnesses, that can mean the emotional, physical and spiritual support of everyone from medical experts to therapeutic musicians.

A trained team, ready to come to you

We’re fortunate to have more than 100 employees on our hard-working team who are all focused on home-based care. These compassionate, talented professionals made more than 62,000 visits to patients in the last year, providing care and assistance to nearly 2,700 home care patients, seven days a week, throughout Hampshire County and parts of Berkshire, Franklin, and Hampden Counties.

Our team’s experts include:

  • Nurses
  • Physical, occupational and speech therapists
  • Social workers
  • Home health aides
  • Grief and Spiritual counselors
  • Volunteers

Graphic of a map showing the towns served by Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice

Let’s talk about your situation

We know you have questions. We’re here to answer them – and help you arrive at a plan that makes sense for you and your loved ones. We welcome you to contact us by phone at 413-584-1060 or 413-582-6477 (for referrals). You may want to make an appointment to meet with us for a personal consultation. We look forward to talking with you.

A history of support

A non-profit, community health organization, the Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice has provided high-quality care for the area’s residents since 1906. Since 1967, the VNA has evolved and expanded its commitment to home-based care, beginning as the Northampton Visiting Nurse Association and eventually growing to include:

  • VNA Plus of Western Massachusetts
  • Hampshire County Home Care Services
  • Easthampton VNA
  • Hampshire County VNA
  • Hospice of Hampshire County
  • VNA/Hospice Alliance

Our name has changed a few times, but what remains unchanged is our commitment to providing compassionate care in your home.

We Honor Veterans Partner

The Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice program is proud to announce it is now a Level 5 Partner with We Honor Veterans, a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Level 5 is the highest level that can be achieved. Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice is one of only five hospice agencies in Massachusetts and the second in Western Mass. to earn the level 5 Partner distinction.

As a level 5 Partner, Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice provides specialized care to veterans who are facing a serious illness. Specialized care includes a Veteran-to-Veteran volunteer program, training on conflict-specific medical and mental health concerns, and knowledge to assist veterans in navigating VA benefits. Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice employees, clinicians and volunteers have received education on topics ranging from PTSD at end-of-life and LGBTQ veterans’ needs to homelessness and hospice care.

We Honor Veterans 5 star badge

Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice

CONTACT 413-584-1060

Location & Directions 30 Locust Street
Northampton, MA, 01060
View Map & Directions

Hospice Shop

CONTACT 413-586-0193

Location & Directions 18 Bridge Street
Northampton, MA 01060
View Map & Directions

Your neighbors need your help.

Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice is largely supported by community donations and benefits tremendously from the generosity of thoughtful contributors in the Pioneer Valley region. Donate to Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice and make sure our services are available to all.

Give Now

 


 

House Call: Winter 2022

Read the Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice Newsletter