Category: My Aveanna Story

Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week: Megan and DSP Susan
Published Sept. 16, 2022
As we continue our celebration of Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week, we’re excited to introduce Megan and DSP Susan! “I started working with Aveanna 3 years ago after leaving a full-time job as a receptionist in an office,” Susan recalls…
Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week: Jake and DSP Bill
Published Sept. 14, 2022
It’s Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week! We are so excited to honor all of Aveanna’s DSPs this week, and to highlight a few who go above and beyond for the individuals they serve. Today we’d like to introduce Jake and DSP Bill. For these …
Isaiah and Nurse Kacee
Published Sept. 8, 2022
“You don’t have to be able to talk to speak. Isaiah has a lot to say, and he speaks volumes.” Isaiah lives with cerebral palsy and is a pro at turning “can’t” into “can.” He doesn’t let anything or anyone limit what he can do. He can’t verbalize, b…
Zeke and Nurse Jessica: The Power of One-on-One Private Duty Nursing
Published Aug. 24, 2022
“Zeke was feisty from the beginning,” his mom recalls. “He fought so hard and had to overcome so many hurdles. He’s a fighter.” Zeke was born at 23 weeks gestation weighing 1 pound 4 ounces. In the third week of his life, he was diagnosed with necr…
Celebrating the Little Moments of Fatherhood
Published June 19, 2022
Jeff and Brian are committed to being the best fathers they can be. The past year has brought new challenges and opportunities for their family. Through it all, these two incredible dads have found their joy and purpose in their kids, Carter and Ga…
From Aveanna Nurse to Aveanna Mom – A Mother’s Day Tribute
Published May 8, 2022
Stephanie was an Aveanna Nurse for 5 years. She loved working with her patients and excelled at providing the expert, compassionate care they needed. Her incredible heart for her patients eventually brought Stephanie to a whole new experience, not …
Christina's Journey to Becoming a Family Caregiver
Published April 19, 2022
By Christina, Kayden's Mom "Wait... Did you say I can be my son's PAID caregiver?" I asked, trying to make sure I wasn't hearing things. If this were true, it could be one of the first pieces of good news we'd heard in ages. Bringing home our baby l…
Erica Schwartz: A Legacy of Service
Published Nov. 11, 2021
“I knew early on that I wanted to join the Navy and become a physician and biomedical engineer,” Erica recalls. “I knew it would be hard to fulfill all these goals, but I was determined. It wasn’t easy, but I had vision, ambition, and a supportive …
PT Month: Lionel and PTA Elisa
Published Oct. 22, 2021
PTA Elisa Lozano has been part of the Aveanna family for 13 years. She is an amazing therapist and has helped countless children gain independence through mobility. Elisa always has a positive attitude and an open heart. She constantly supports not…
Making a Difference as a Homecare Nurse: Josh and Nurse Diane
Published Oct. 8, 2021
Today we are honored to introduce Josh, a patient who touched so many hearts while he was part of the Aveanna family. Josh was always a joy, always smiling, and had the biggest heart. He passed away last month, but his memory will be with us forever…
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