For as long as we’ve known her, we at Lilja have believed Mary Ann Blade, CEO of Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency (MVNA), to have magical powers to move barriers on behalf of MVNA’s clients – 90 percent of whom fall below the poverty line. As we found out at her retirement party, her staff also has witnessed the power of Mary Ann’s will and determination to perform the seemingly impossible.
From programs that help pregnant and parenting teens be the best parents they can be, to helping a senior citizen sort through a shoebox full of medicines, her innovation and leadership has left an indelible mark on our community. And at the heart of it all is a woman who has worked tirelessly to make a difference.
After 20 years, Mary Ann celebrated her last day at MVNA Feb. 13. The Star Tribune's Warren Wolfe recently sat down with Mary Ann to discuss the agency’s history and Mary Ann’s future plans.
I’ve had the honor of following many MVNA nurses as they make their rounds visiting clients’ homes where they are welcomed with open arms and a friendly smile. They are just as determined as Mary Ann to make life better, brighter and easier for their clients.
Congratulations, Mary Ann, and the entire MVNA team, on all your accomplishments!
-- Alicia
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