Offering comfort, dignity and support for patients and their families.

Anytime is a good time to discuss care options. You don’t have to wait for your physician or hospital to raise the possibility of hospice you can raise it first. Our staff is available to answer any questions you may have. A consultation can be arranged by calling our office.

It’s simple! We contact the patient’s physician to make sure he or she agrees that hospice care is appropriate for this patient at this time.

The patient is asked to sign consent.

Our seasoned staff will get all required medical records and orders.

Any number of family or friends can be involved. It is never easy and sometimes can be quite difficult. Individualized care plans are prepared that address the amount of caregiving a person needs. Care needs are based on the individual’s level of function.

Hospice staff visits regularly and is always accessible to answer questions and provide support Though family and friends must be relied on to give custodial care (ongoing physical care), volunteers are provided to help with providing e a break and time away for primary caregivers. It may not be necessary for someone to be with the patient at all times. Later, however, hospice generally recommends someone be there continuously since one of the most common fears of patients is the fear of dying alone.

Hospices have staff available to consult with the family and to make night visits as appropriate. Respite Care can be arranged to give family members a break.