Vanessa Fernandez Appointed Chief Operating Officer at VillageCare
May 21, 2026
Vanessa Fernandez has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO) for VillageCare and VillageCareMAX Managed Care Health Plans. In her new role, Vanessa will oversee all aspects of business operations and strategic initiatives for VillageCareMAX Managed Care Health Plans, reinforcing VillageCare's commitment to delivering exceptional care and services to its diverse community of members.
Shaun Ruskin Appointed President and Chief Executive Officer at VillageCare
April 1, 2026
VillageCare’s Board of Directors has appointed Shaun Ruskin as President and Chief Executive Officer of VillageCare and VillageCareMAX Managed Care Health Plans, marking the organization’s first new CEO appointment since 2009. Having served as Chief Operating Officer and most recently as Acting President and CEO following the retirement of longtime CEO Emma DeVito, Shaun brings deep organizational knowledge and steady leadership to this pivotal moment and will lead the executive team in advancing VillageCare’s strategic priorities, business operations, and enduring commitment to delivering exceptional, member-centered care.
VillageCareMAX Completes Acquisition of ArchCare Community Life MLTC Plan
June 3, 2024
VillageCareMAX, a not-for-profit, five-star rated MLTC Plan, has completed the acquisition of the key assets of ArchCare Community Life MLTC. The acquisition received final approval from the New York State Department (NYSDOH) of Health, and members began to transition over to VillageCareMAX effective June 1, 2024.