Washington Regional Hospice provides medical care and support to patients who goals for care are to be kept comfortable, involved in life, and home. Care is directed by the patient's physician and is based on the individual patient and family needs. Medications, medical equipment and supplies, and oxygen are provided as needed and a nurse is on-call 24 hours a day.
Hospice care is also available in participating nursing homes.
Regional hospice has been serving patients since 1985 when it became the first Medicare-certified program in Arkansas. In addition to Medicare coverage for this service, Medicaid and many private insurance companies now pay for hospice care. Fax 501 444-7120 Grief Support Support for people who have experienced the death of a loved one is available through Regional's Hospice Program. Services include a four week Bereavement Class, Children's Playgroup, social events, and a monthly newsletter. Hospice Volunteers Hospice volunteers are vital members of the hospice team.