Hospice Services Provided

It's just not possible for one person to meet all of the needs of a seriously ill person.... so, hospice uses a "team" approach. Many people with many different skills work together for the good of the patient and the family.

Members of the Hospice team may include:

• Physicians - Hospice Medical Director
• Nurses - RN & LPN
• Certified Home Health Aides
• Medical Social Worker
• Clergy, Spiritual and Bereavement Counseling
• Volunteer Services and Support
• Therapist - Physical, Occupational and Speech
• A Dietician
• A Pharmacist

Special attention is given to the physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs of the patient and family.

Where is care provided?

• Home - the usual setting
• Nursing Home or Assisted Living Facility
• Hospital or other Inpatient Setting

LifeLine Hospice also provides:

• Medication to alleviate pain and symptom control related to the terminal illness
• Medical equipment and supplies for comfort and symptom management of the terminal illness
• Continuous Care - during periods of crisis
• Respite Care - inpatient care when family members require a reprieve for up to 5 days
• Short Term Inpatient Care - for acute symptom management.

LifeLine Hospice is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist with special needs, concerns or questions. A member of the hospice team will come to the patient's home as needed.