04/07/2026
Don’t wait until you “need” hospice in a crisis situation. Call us now for general questions and what to look for. With over 25 years of clinical hospice nursing under our belts, we look forward to serving you and your family.
Here is what we want you to know…
Hospice care focuses on comfort and quality of life rather than curing illnesses, offering comprehensive support for both patients and families at home or in facilities. Key, often overlooked truths include that it can be initiated months, not just days, before death, can be revoked at any time, and provides vital respite for caregivers.
Earlier is Better: Many families regret not starting hospice sooner. It is for those with a life expectancy of six months or less, but patients can receive care for months and can graduate (be discharged) if their condition improves.
It’s Not Just "Giving Up": Hospice is not about dying; it is about maximizing comfort, managing pain, and enhancing the quality of life, often reducing stress by providing equipment, medication, and nursing support.
It Happens Anywhere: Hospice is a service, not a place. It can be provided wherever the patient lives, including their home, a nursing home, or specialized facility.
You Keep Your Doctor: Patients can retain their primary physician and specialists, who work alongside the hospice team.
Comprehensive Care Team: Care includes nurses, aides, social workers, and chaplains who offer spiritual support (even to non-religious patients) and help with life planning.
Caregiver Support and Respite: Hospice provides essential support, but in-home care still often requires at least two people to handle daily tasks like transferring and bathing. Hospice can offer "respite care," allowing the patient to stay in a facility for up to 5 days to give primary caregivers a break.
Cost Coverage: Hospice is covered by Medicare, VA benefits, and most private insurances, which usually covers medication and equipment related to the terminal illness.
Choosing to explore hospice is a decision focused on ensuring comfort, dignity, and specialized care during a difficult .net
