Vitra Gives Back: Day of Caring with United Way of Greater Plymouth County
As part of the Vitra Gives Back initiative, our team joined the United Way Day of Caring in Brockton. Volunteers across the region spent the day lending a hand where it’s needed most, and we were proud to join in shoulder to shoulder. United Way Day of Caring: Backpacks with School on Wheels Massachusetts One […]
Celebrating Health Center Week with Greater Lawrence Family Health Center
In honor of National Health Center Week, we’re proud to spotlight our longstanding partnership with the Greater Lawrence Family Health Center (GLFHC), a vital pillar in the Lawrence community, and a trusted partner in expanding access to care. Lawrence is a city known for its rich diversity and strong sense of community. Home to families […]
What MassHealth Members Need to Know About Medicare Enrollment
MassHealth Medicare Enrollment: What Members Need to Know If you’re a MassHealth member, understanding your MassHealth Medicare enrollment options is critical. When you’re notified that you’re eligible for Medicare at no cost, you must act quickly to keep your MassHealth benefits and avoid disruptions in care. Why MassHealth Medicare Enrollment Matters Medicare is a federal […]
Celebrating Jose’s 104th Birthday with Vitra Health
For the past few years, Jose and his daughter, Suyapa, have been part of Vitra Health’s Adult Foster Care program. Suyapa, his devoted caregiver, cares for her father full-time with incredible dedication. Before moving to Massachusetts, Suyapa was a teacher and a natural healer in Honduras. She is a member of the American Association of […]
Spousal Caregivers Deserve Equal Access
Vitra Health’s CEO and COO advocate for legislation that allows spouses to receive payment when caring for their loved ones. Massachusetts is one of the few States excluding spouses from receiving payments when they are the only ones able to care for their families. This policy unjustly excludes committed family members—often the most capable and […]
Vitra Celebrates Latino Youth Recognition Day at Fenway
For Vitra, summer is all about honoring local youth. The Vitra Health team had the privilege of attending 30th Annual Latino Youth Recognition Day events at Fenway Park. These were hosted by El Mundo Boston and the Red Sox Foundation. These events celebrate Latino students from across Massachusetts who have earned straight A’s. More importantly, […]
Bringing Caregiver Voices to the Airwaves
Caregiver Support Program in Massachusetts: Francisco’s Story with Vitra Health Francisco shares his experience with Vitra’s caregiver support program in Massachusetts iHeartRadio’s Chocolate welcomed the Vitra Health team into the studio. When it comes to supporting caregivers in Massachusetts, real stories speak louder than statistics. That’s why Vitra Health joined iHeart Radio to spotlight Francisco, […]
Support for Spousal Caregivers Starts Here
Paid Spousal Caregivers Massachusetts: Why H.D. 4524 Matters At Vitra Health, we support families who care for their loved ones at home, especially spouses. Yet, under current Massachusetts law, paid spousal caregivers are not allowed through the MassHealth Adult Foster Care (AFC) program. This creates a financial and emotional burden for many families already doing the work. That’s why […]
Men’s Health in Caregiving
Men’s Health in Caregiving: What June Reminds Us to Pay Attention To June is Men’s Health Month, Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, and the perfect time to talk about an often-overlooked subject: men’s health in caregiving. Whether you’re caring for a loved one, noticing signs of memory loss yourself, or just trying to stay on top of your […]
Caregivers, Communities, and Compassion
May Caregiver Awareness: Compassion, Connection, and Community May caregiver awareness is central to Vitra Health’s mission. This month is a time to honor the people and values that shape the care we provide. We’re proud to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, Older Americans Month, and National Nurses Month. Each one reminds us of the importance […]