Hospice at HCS services are covered by Medicare and many insurance plans. No one is denied hospice service due to their financial circumstances. Hospice at HCS relies on memorial contributions to make services available to all.
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Hospice at HCS focuses on living life to the fullest while experiencing a terminal illness. Hospice is a holistic approach to end of life care, focusing on quality of life and offering physical, emotional and spiritual comfort. Care is provided in your home, whether that is your home of many years, an assisted living facility or a long term care facility.
The hospice goal is to help the patient on life's last journey, and to support family members and those close to the patient. The hospice team of nurses, aides and other professionals involve family members in making decisions about care. Hospice at HCS nurses help families to learn to manage their loved one's pain and symptoms. The nurses are on call 24 hours a day.
Hospice at HCS has provided comfort, care and support for the final stages of life's journey for over 25 years. Our Hospice team responds to all referrals based on the patient's request; home visits are made at a mutually agreeable time. All referrals are handled confidentially.
The Hospice team includes:
- Hospice Medical Director, Board Certified in hospice and palliative care
- Hospice and Oncology certified Nurses
- Medical Social Workers
- Rehabilitation Therapists
- Bereavement Support
- Chaplains
- Home Health Aides
- Volunteer Coordinator and trained Volunteers
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When someone you are close to is facing a life limiting illness, and would like to know about receiving specialized hospice services including options for staying in familiar surroundings, call Hospice at HCS. Our team of hospice advisors can let you know about support that is available to you and your family.
Hospice care is available for those with a life limiting illness, including cancer, end stage heart disease, dementia, debility, lung disease, and end stage kidney disease, where ever home is - at home or in a long term care facility.
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