The Ridgefield Visiting Nurse Association is a private, nonprofit organization. Founded in 1914, the RVNA is governed by a volunteer board of directors. A staff of 70 provides a wide range of home health and community-based wellness services to the residents of the Greater Ridgefield, CT areas.

While the medical field continues to become more sophisticated and high-tech, one simple philosophy has not changed at the RVNA - the patient comes first. RVNA staff members bring a high level of professional competence to patients and their families. RVNA nurses and therapists have an average of 21 years of experience in their fields. Certified health aides have an average of 11 years of experience providing home health care.

In addition to home health and community wellness services, RVNA offers several special programs that help patients and their families. These programs are Lifeline Emergency Response System, RVNA Quality Living at Home program and Telemonitoring. End of life and palliative care are also provided. Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers fund the majority of home health care services.