Ava's Home Care Services

09/11/2026

On this day especially but on every day, the lives taken on 9/11 will never be forgotten. The lives impacted, the generations broken, and the hearts that can never be whole again, you will never be forgotten. May the hate stop. May love and unity one day prevail. On this anniversary of such a painful day in our nation’s history, may we all come together in unity to love and support one another.

09/09/2026

I absolutely love referring local businesses to our clients. Therefore, I am making a local resource list for our them.

If you or someone you know has a business that could benefit our clients, please send them to me here or in a private message. You can also reach out via email or text at the information below!

These businesses can be a wide range of resources! We have clients ask us for recommendations all of the time for random needs! So send them all!

Thank you in advance!

(802)236-1997
[email protected]
www.avashcsvermont.com

09/09/2026

“One of the purest forms of empathy…” Tiny Buddha

09/09/2026

We need more of this 😭🩷 Be Light Care Consulting you are truly a gift!

09/07/2026

The Dash Poem by Linda Ellis

09/06/2026

Ava’s Office will be open for emergencies or by appointment only tomorrow.

Wishing everyone a Happy and Safe Unofficial End of Summer! Happy Labor Day 🎉

09/02/2026

ISO:
Local companies interested in donating a gift basket or gift card (other ideas welcome) for their company to be raffled off during the Fall Food Drive we are partnering with other businesses to provide this benefit on October 9th. This Food Drive will benefit Slate Valley Cares Food Shelf.

Additionally, any local businesses that would like to take part in this event, we are still looking for more volunteers!

We can also accept food donations for the event ahead of time. If you'd like to donate directly to Slate Valley Cares, please call 802-236-3666 or visit them at 49 Main St., Fair Haven, VT 05743.

09/02/2026

We have already heard great feedback! Excited for the opportunities this will bring to our communities!

https://www.vermontpublic.org/local-news/2026-09-02/new-geriatric-clinic-opens-in-rutland-expanding-care-options-for-older-patients-and-caregivers?fbclid=IwZnRzaAUFCdpwZG9mBWZkaWQWUNo7tesFXi7CNne0XqSGmywkABjE7GV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR6tIZZUeGXlOxokSi-5f2FDZ0CpGc-bghaqc0GgbY_lh86vUrYAPD_IeUmTig_aem_Cm8zUrDqKRqgtMj7nlu14w

Rutland has a new geriatric health clinic that will provide specialized care for older adults with complex health needs across Rutland County and parts of nearby New York State.

09/02/2026

Did you know?

In most cases, you can onboard with Ava’s today and have a schedule start that same week?

Ava’s does their best to not keep a waitlist. If we do your in person intake, it’s because we believe that we should be able to meet your needs quickly!

Are you in need of any or all of the following services? Call or email today to learn more!

Ava's Home Care Services is a privately owned non-medical home care provider located in Rutland County, VT. Ava's helps aging and disabled persons stay living safely and comfortably at home. Ava's team is specially chosen and passes a rigorous background and interview process to ensure that they are the right fit for this role. Ava's team is a group of compassionate caregivers with integrity, empathy, and patience.

Some of the services Ava’s compassionate caregivers can assist with:

- Light Housekeeping
- Homemaking
- Organization
- Home management
- Personal Care and Bathing assistance
- Incontinence care
- Safety Precautions and Cuing
- Medication Reminders
- Errands and Outings
- Meal Planning and Prep
- Companionship
- Respite
- Exercise Cuing and Walking

Some of the preliminary questions we would typically ask are the following:

Name:

Location:

Any Pets (are they friendly):

Are there smokers in the home:

Days and times that do or do not work:

What are the hours requested:

When would you like to start:

Tasks requested:

Rates are determined based off of a combination of the information above and our inperson intake assessment. We do not accept insurance though we do currently work with several long term care insurance companies including John Hancock, Genworth, and Metlife. As well as working towards accepting the GUIDE Respect Program.

Thank you for your consideration.

Melissa Stewart, Owner
(802)236-1997 cell

Email: [email protected]

09/02/2026

👏 Sweatpants & Coffee, absolutely!

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Refill! ☕️