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When Tropical Storm Debby made landfall in early August, people braced themselves for the worst. While the storm forced others to stay put, one Aveanna nurse let nothing stop her from seeing her patient. Nurse Kim has cared for 2-year-old Charlie …

Michelle's journey to nursing wasn't always a straight path, but her passion for care has proven that she's exactly where she needs to be. With her caring demeanor and willingness to serve, Michelle always knew that she would thrive in the medical…

Paula is a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at our State College office. Throughout her time at Aveanna, Paula has found purpose, compassion, and joy from providing care to her clients and their families. Paula shares her inspiring journey of grow…

“I love everything about being a dad. I love coming home and seeing my family and spending as much time as I can with them.” Jose has always treasured his family. But he learned just how precious his children, Lucia and Colleen, are when a motor veh…

“I wish more nurses knew about the benefits of making homecare your career,” Denise shares. “Some nurses think of homecare as the final chapter of a nursing career. But it can be your first chapter. Or the whole book! If you give it a try, you’ll se…

After over 20 years in the healthcare field, Racheal joined the Aveanna team 3 years ago and found a career she loves. As an Aveanna private duty nurse, she is able to connect with her patient and provide life-changing care every day. “I have worke…

Adrian is the Executive Director of Aveanna Newark. From early days as a Client Services Supervisor, Adrian’s Aveanna journey has always been mission-driven, full of purpose, and defined by personal and professional growth. Adrian shared with us an …

Each Veterans Day, we honor the sacrifices of our Aveanna team members who have served in the armed forces. This year, we’re excited to share Quality Assurance Nurse Ken’s story. Ken joined the Marine Corps when he was 23 years old and served for 4…

Kason was born with an extremely rare chromosomal deletion and spent the first 6 months of his life in the hospital. His unique condition brought a lot of uncertainty for Kason and his parents. But with the help of Aveanna Nurse Kayla, he is now thr…

Ten months ago, Elijah was in the hospital on hospice care, waiting for the right foster family to bring him home and give him some comfort in his last days. Then he met Becca, and everything changed. Less than a year later, Elijah is off hospice ca…