Support of the family extends to 13 months at the least. Volunteers - are trained by Hospice to help provide relief to the family. Duties may include housecleaning, running errands or simply sitting and talking. Clinical Specialists - various other health care professionals can be arranged. Professionals such as dietician, pharmacist, physical therapist,etc.
Hospice care is provided at no cost to the family.
The costs are picked up through a variety of means. Hardin Hospice Care is reimbursed by insurance companies, Medicare-Medicaid, and through private funding. Hardin Hospice also provides care to the family regardless of the ability of the family to pay. The services are available due to contributions and fundraisers of private persons.