Hospice is a concept of caring developed from medieval times, symbolizing a place where travelers, pilgrims, the sick, wounded or dying could find rest and comfort.

Today, hospice is a concept of care given to patients making life’s last journey. Hospice is a way of caring, where people of all ages are helped to live their last days as they desire, in an atmosphere of loving kindness.

We concentrate on comfort and quality of life through professional medical care and sophisticated symptom relief. Our hospice nurses are trained in pain management and symptom control. The patient and family are both included in the care plan and physical, emotional, and spiritual support is given surrounding this difficult stage of life.

For people making a decision to spend their last months at home or in a home-like setting surrounded by loved ones, hospice provides the specialized end of life care patients and families most desire.

Who is Hospice For?

Hospice is provided to patients who have a limited life expectancy, with a prognosis of six months or less. The patient has opted not to pursue further curative or life prolonging treatment and instead is focused on palliative treatment or comfort measures.

Anyone diagnosed with a terminal illness can be eligible for hospice. It is not just for cancer, but also for end-stage heart and lung disease, kidney failure, AIDs, Alzheimer's, etc.

Hospice is for patients of all ages.