Understanding Hospice Care
Hospice is not about giving up.
It is about choosing comfort, dignity and quality of life.
Hospice provides specialized care for people living with a life-limiting illness. Rather than focusing on curing the illness, the hospice team focuses on managing pain and symptoms, supporting daily comfort, and helping patients and families make the most of the time they have together.
What Hospice Includes
Nursing Care
Skilled nursing care and symptom management
Physician Oversight
Ongoing medical oversight by our hospice physician and team
Medications
Medications related to the hospice diagnosis
Medical Equipment
Medical equipment and supplies to support comfort and safety
Hospice Aide Services
Personal care and hands-on support
Social Work Support
Emotional, practical and resource support for patients and families
Caregiver Respite
Guidance and education to help caregivers feel supported and prepared
Spiritual Care
Support for spiritual and emotional needs, regardless of faith background
A Team That Walks Alongside You
Our interdisciplinary team - including nurses, physicians, hospice aides, social workers, chaplains and trained volunteers - works together to care for the whole person and support the people who love them.