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Hospice Care provides sensitive support for people in the final phase of a terminal illness. Hospice also gives support to family members as they prepare for a loved one’s loss.
Hospice Care enables patients to carry on an alert, pain-free life and manage other symptoms so that their last days may be spent with dignity. Both medical and emotional assistance help patents prepare for death in an atmosphere of care and love.
Who is eligible for Hospice Care?
What are the benefits of Hospice Care?
When should Hospice Care be contacted?
What if hospitalization is needed?
Who pays for Hospice Care?
How can I contribute to Hospice Care?
Who is eligible for Hospice Care?
- Patients who have approval and continued participation of their attending physician
- Patients who have a life expectancy of six months or less.
- Patients who are seeking comfort-oriented care, rather than curative treatments.
- Patients who have a responsible person available to assist in their care at home.
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What are the benefits of Hospice Care?
Hospice makes it possible for the leaving of life to have as much dignity as the living of life. Most care is provided in the comfort of the home by a group of professionals under the direction of a physician. Hospice professionals provide care and support services to address the medical, psychological and spiritual needs of the patient and family. Hospice uses sophisticated methods of pain and symptom control, which enable the patient to live as fully and comfortably as possible.
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When should Hospice Care be contacted?
Contact should be made as soon as the physician's prognosis indicates a limited life expectancy. The Hospice team is most effective when they have the time to develop an appropriate treatment plan and establish the relationship needed to ease the bereavement process.
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What if hospitalization is needed?
If a patient's physician feels hospitalization is necessary, the Hospice team will continue to coordinate the patient's care. After the patient is discharged from the hospital, Hospice will resume in-home care. This continuity of care ensures support for the patient and family.
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Who pays for Hospice Care?
Hospice Care is a covered benefit under most private insurance plans. In addition, Hospice is a covered Medicare and Medicaid benefit in Georgia. Private donations and community support also allow Hospice to offer services based upon need, rather than the ability to pay.
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Hospice is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Even if you just need to talk, don't hesitate to call. We are here for you. Please call 770.214.2355.
How can I contribute to Hospice Care?
There are several ways you can support Hospice Care — from volunteering to sending in a tax-deductible gift in memory or honor of a loved one.
Donation forms can be mailed to:
Hospice Care
P.O. Box 1136
Carrollton, Georgia 30117
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