In addition, patients who are eligible to receive Medicare have the option of electing the Hospice Medicare Benefit or HMB, which covers the entire cost of hospice care, including all medications relating to the terminal illness. This benefit is of great help to patients and families, especially those who have been battling a debilitating illness for a long time. In North Carolina, the Hospice Medicaid Benefit is identical to HMB, except that it covers patients who are on Medicaid. Caldwell County Hospice also has some private pay patients. A non-profit organization established in 1982, CCH also receives memorials and other community support, allowing it to care for all patients, regardless of ability to pay.
Fees are available upon request.
Caldwell County Hospice depends on the generosity of the community, and we are indeed grateful for all contributions, including monetary, in-kind gifts and the donation of time and effort in volunteer services. When making memorials, please include the name for whom the memorial is being made as well as the name and address of the person to receive the acknowledgement of your gift. When making donations in honor of someone, please include the name and address of the honoree so that we can send the proper acknowledgement. We ask that all donations include your name and address so that we can thank you for remembering us. All contributions to Caldwell County Hospice are tax-deductible as allowed by law.