Mission and Goals

To advance knowledge that will promote the delivery of high quality, cost-effective care in the home and community, and support informed decision making by policy makers, managers, practitioners, and consumers of home- and community based services.

To conduct and translate scientifically rigorous research on key issues affecting the quality, cost, and outcomes of home and community-based services.

To provide useful and timely information to key decision makers— within the Visiting Nurse Service of New York and outside—on issues significant to the delivery and financing of care.

To serve as a catalyst for constructive changes in practice, policy, and research that promote physical and mental health and well-being and support the independence of those with chronic illness or disability.

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