2007 Annual Report: We're Here. - Visiting Nurse Service of New York
2007 Annual Report: We're Here. - Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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pg 30pg 31Other significant contributions enabled VNSNY to providebereavement services to more than 4,000 family members andto others from the community.Our generous supporters appreciate theVNSNY Hospice Care philosophy; theircontributions reflect confidence that ourhospice patients receive the most preciousgift possible—quality time at home withtheir loved ones.How to Help VNSNY in 2008In 2008, we will continue to provide the best possible care tothe thousands <strong>of</strong> <strong>New</strong> <strong>York</strong>ers we serve—every day—sothat we’re always here for the people <strong>of</strong> <strong>New</strong> <strong>York</strong>, in eachand every community.There are many ways you can participate to help support ourefforts and all are greatly appreciated.Below are a few <strong>of</strong> our most popular philanthropicgiving programs. We invite you to contact us directly at212-609-1525 to discuss the options which may best suityour interests.Include VNSNY in your estate plans by rememberingVNSNY in your will or trust, or establish a charitable giftannuity that generates income for you and a loved one.There are many tax savvy ways to give. Our experiencedstaff is happy to help you determine the best way for youto leave a legacy.Call 212-609-1563 for a confidential consultation.Remember or honor a loved one or a VNSNY caregiverby making a memorial or honorary gift to VNSNY. Many<strong>of</strong> our friends value this opportunity to <strong>of</strong>fer a lasting,visible legacy in honor <strong>of</strong> a special loved one.For more information about how to transfer securities,please call 212-609-1525.Mail your gift directly to VNSNY using the enclosed replyenvelope or send your donation to:VNSNY, Development Department107 East 70th Street<strong>New</strong> <strong>York</strong>, NY 10021You can also make contributions online. Please visit ourwebsite at www.vnsny.org and click on “How You Can Help.”Attracting and Preparing the Next Generation<strong>of</strong> <strong>Nurse</strong>sAmong our nation’s most daunting healthcare challenges is agrowing shortage <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional nurses including the need for100,000 new nurses in home health care.Our donors have enabled VNSNY to address this challengewith innovative solutions. VNSNY’s Strengthening the HomeCare Nursing Pr<strong>of</strong>ession program, in partnership with the JonasCenter for Nursing Excellence, recruits nurses from accreditedtwo-year associate degree programs and provides them withfurther education, training and experience to prepare themfor work in home health care.We are very grateful to the philanthropic support provided byHelena Rubinstein Foundation and <strong>New</strong> <strong>York</strong> CommunityTrust, among others, who understand the pr<strong>of</strong>ound importance<strong>of</strong> this vital initiative.Reaching out to Our Neighbors in NeedThanks to our patrons, VNSNY continues its 115-year tradition<strong>of</strong> charitable care and community benefit to the most vulnerable<strong>of</strong> our citizens. In <strong>2007</strong>, our donors helped VNSNY to providevital in-home health care services to 8,000 patients who lackedinsurance or were underinsured.To complement our direct home care services, support fromour contributors also helped us to provide prevention andscreening services—free <strong>of</strong> charge—including diabetes,cholesterol, high blood pressure and other conditions; and toadminister flu shots to tens <strong>of</strong> thousands <strong>of</strong> seniors and otherat-risk <strong>New</strong> <strong>York</strong>ers.Join the Century <strong>of</strong> Caring Club by making a gift <strong>of</strong> $1,000or more. Century <strong>of</strong> Caring Club members provide thefoundation <strong>of</strong> VNSNY charitable care and communitybenefit programs.Join us at the Waldorf! VNSNY’s 2008 <strong>Annual</strong> BenefitGala, at the Waldorf=Astoria is Thursday, November 13th,2008. Many <strong>of</strong> our most committed benefactors will bein attendance, along with the entire VNSNY executivemanagement team, Board <strong>of</strong> Trustees, and many <strong>of</strong> ourfront line pr<strong>of</strong>essionals. This is a truly spectacular opportunityto meet personally with fellow VNSNY partners—while raising funds to improve the lives <strong>of</strong> children andfamilies. This is a night you will long remember.Last year, the Benefit Gala raised nearly $1.1 million dollarsto support VNSNY Children and Family <strong>Service</strong>s program.More that 700 people dined and danced as they receivedwell-deserved gratitude for their active role in supportingthe health care <strong>of</strong> thousands <strong>of</strong> their fellow <strong>New</strong> <strong>York</strong>ers.Special honorees in attendance included Peter G. Bergmann,Esq., and Barbara and Donald Jonas, who were awarded theLillian D. Wald Award for their significant contributionsto the health and welfare <strong>of</strong> all <strong>New</strong> <strong>York</strong>ers.Call 212-609-1565 for tickets or information.Donate Appreciated Securities and save significantly whenyou give appreciated stocks that you’ve owned for more thanone year.Thank you—you are the lifeline to our patients.Your support, in whichever form you choose, provides one and the same result: ensuring that VNSNYcontinues to stand in the front lines <strong>of</strong> quality home care in the <strong>New</strong> <strong>York</strong> metropolitan area.Thank you so very much for your support.For more information, please contact our Development Department at 212-609-1525 ordevelopment@vnsny.org.
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