Answers foryour family

Hospice care is specialized care for people with a serious illness who want to focus on comfort, symptom management and quality of life rather than curative treatment. Life Choice Hospice Care works with patients, families and healthcare providers to deliver compassionate, individual support throughout the hospice journey.

Hospice care may be appropriate when a physician determines that an illness is no longer responding to curative treatment and comfort becomes the main goal. Early conversations with our team can help families understand their options and prepare for next steps.

A referral may come from a physician, healthcare professional, family member, friend or the person seeking hospice care. Our team coordinates with the patient’s physician to review eligibility and make admission as smooth as possible.

Hospice care is provided wherever the patient considers home, including private residences, assisted living communities and nursing facilities. We work with families and care providers to support the patient in the setting that best meets their needs.

A visiting hospice nurse evaluates the patient’s condition, helps manage symptoms, provides education and communicates with the hospice team and physician as needed. Each visit focuses on comfort while helping families feel informed and supported.

Visit frequency depends on the patient’s condition, care plan and changing needs. We regularly review each patient’s needs to make sure the right level of nursing support is in place.

Bereavement support offers compassionate guidance and helpful resources for families coping with the loss of a loved one. Our team provides ongoing encouragement while respecting that every person’s grief is unique.

Bereavement support may begin before a loved one’s passing and continue after the loss as families adjust to life changes. We are here to provide support whenever it is needed.

Many families choose hospice care because it emphasizes comfort, dignity and personal support in a familiar environment whenever appropriate. Hospice also gives families guidance to understand and manage their loved one’s changing needs.

The best way is to speak with a healthcare provider and an experienced hospice team. We are available to answer questions, discuss eligibility and help families make informed decisions with confidence.