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Date:2/5/2008

ion is significant for Gentiva and consistent with our growth strategy," said Chairman and CEO Ron Malone. "It moves us into new territory, makes us one of the largest home health providers in the CON state of Mississippi and boosts our competitive position in the southeast region. We anticipate a smooth closing and integration of Gilbert's, and look forward to welcoming its employees to the Gentiva family."

About Gentiva Health Services, Inc.

Gentiva Health Services, Inc. is the nation's leading provider of comprehensive home health and related services. The Company serves patients across the United States, through its direct service delivery units or through CareCentrix(R), which manages home health services for major managed care organizations. Gentiva is a single source for skilled nursing; physical, occupational, speech and neurorehabilitation services; hospice services; social work; nutrition; disease management education; help with daily living activities; respiratory therapy and home medical equipment; infusion therapy services; and other therapies and services. Gentiva's revenues are generated from federal and state government programs, commercial insurance and individual consumers. For more information, visit Gentiva's web site, http://www.gentiva.com, and its investor relations section at http://investors.gentiva.com. GTIV-G

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