The Methodist Hospice team of physicians, registered nurses, certified nursing assistants, social workers, pastoral counselors and volunteers provide expert medical care, pain and symptom management, education, and emotional and spiritual support to patients and families coping with a terminal illness. Hospice supports the patient s desire for comfort measures while maintaining the individual s dignity and sense of control.
Hospice care is provided in the patient s home and in nursing home settings.
Staff members are available on-call after hours and on weekends to handle patient concerns and emergencies. Hospice serves patients within a 35-mile radius of Methodist Medical Center. Bereavement support for loved ones is available for at least one year following the death of the patient. Hospice also offers an open-ended Grief and Loss Support Group. Each year, Methodist Hospice Services sponsors Camp Courageous, a free, one-day grief camp for children and teens who have lost a loved one.