Visiting Nurse Services of Newport and Bristol Counties

Visiting Nurse Services of Newport & Bristol Counties provides community services that promote optimal health and quality of life for individuals and families.

Description:
We are a home care agency that provides nursing services, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, social work, maternal child health care, and Hospice care to patients in both Newport and Bristol counties. A majority of our clients are senior citizens who live on a limited income.

History:
Our agency was formed over 50 years ago. We are considered a medium sized agency employing approximately 150 people.

Contact person: Robyn Buck, Volunteer Coordinator, (401) 682-2100 x452, (email)

Office fax number: 401-682-2111

Address:

1184 East Main Rd. Portsmouth, RI 02871 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.vnsri.com

Directions:

Take 24 south to exit 1.Turnpike avenue. take a right onto 138 east. follow 138 about 5 miles. The entrance to our agency is at a traffic light. We are in the same complex as Hodges Badge.

Miscellaneous Information

Handicap accessible?
	Yes
Interests Served:
	Solutions for Children, Youth, Families, Helping People in Crisis, Building Adult & Neighborhood Independence
Does your agency accept court-appointed volunteers?
	Yes
What type of VCRI membership did this agency have in 2008?
	Full Year

Last updated on October 21, 2009