Hospice

Hospice is not about how you die, it's about how you live.

Hospice is a special kind of caring. It is a support system of medical, social, and spiritual services designed to provide comfort and support, as well as preserve dignity and improve the quality of life for individuals dealing with a life-limiting illness, including family members and other loved ones.

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What is Hospice Care?

Hospice is a special kind of caring. It is a support system of medical, social, and spiritual services designed to provide comfort and support, as well as preserve dignity and improve the quality of life for individuals dealing with a life-limiting illness, including family members and other loved ones.

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Our Mission

To be the most compassionate and caring Hospice by helping patients and families accept terminal illness, allowing them to live each day to the fullest and to enjoy their time with family and friends all while dealing with the challenges at the end-of-life.

Our Services

Skilled Nursing Services All Patients Receive:

  • Physician Services
  • Nursing Care
  • Medical Equipment
  • Medications for the relief of pain and symptoms relate to terminal diagnosis
  • Inpatient Respite Care
  • Certified Nursing Assistants
  • Medical Social Services
  • Volunteer Support
  • Spiritual Support
  • Bereavement Support for individuals and families
  • Private consultation at home or hospital

Hospice Eligibility

Concerned Care Hospice accepts referrals from hospitals, physicians, social workers, nurses, case managers, clergy and family members. A hospice patient must have a physician verified terminal illness with a life expectancy of six months or less. A physician’s order is required. The patient must no longer be receiving curative treatment.

“No person will be denied services based on age, race, nationality, disability, religion, gender or sexual orientation.”

Thank you for trusting us to care for you, and your loved ones.

Types of Hospice Care

Home Hospice Care

  • Registered Nurse Visits
  • 24-hour emergency nurse visits 7 days a week
  • Certified Nursing Assistants visit to help with personal care needs
  • Physician visits

Respite Hospice Care

A benefit defined under Medicare which allows a home hospice patient 5 days of 24 hour care in an inpatient hospice setting allowing a rest period for the caregiver.