Hospice care affirms life and regards dying as a normal process. It neither hastens nor postpones death, but works to achieve the best quality of life for patients and their families by managing pain and symptoms and by providing emotional and spiritual support as needed or requested. Professional care of the hospice team is provided regardless of ability to pay. Additional funds from our caring community are raised throughout the year to support the cost of services. We educate and support the family or other caretakers to be the primary caregivers.
Hospice care involves a team approach to care.
The patient's doctor remains involved, and our nurses, social workers, home health aides, the chaplain, and hospice trained volunteers work together to support the patient and family in this time of need. Thank your local legislators for changing the laws so that more patients can access hospice care. Please contact Volunteer Services Coordinator, Andrea Campisi to learn more. There are many ways to support our mission of caring for those facing the challenges of a terminal illness in our community. At any time during a life-limiting illness, it's appropriate to discuss all of the patient's care options, including hospice.