Why Hospice

Listening. Being present. Holding a hand when it’s needed most.

Hospice care is a compassionate approach designed to provide comfort and support for individuals facing a life limiting illness. Instead of focusing on curative treatments, hospice prioritizes enhancing quality of life by managing symptoms, alleviating pain, and addressing emotional and spiritual needs.

Services are tailored to each patient’s unique situation and include 24/7 support from a team of physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains. This holistic approach ensures that patients and their families receive the care, respect, and dignity they deserve, helping them navigate this challenging time with peace and comfort.

Location of Services

Hospice care can be provided in a variety of settings, depending on the patient’s needs and preferences.

It can be delivered at home, allowing patients to remain in a familiar and comfortable environment surrounded by loved ones. Hospitals, nursing homes and Assisted Living Facilities also offer hospice care, providing specialized support for patients who may require more intensive medical attention or who need assistance with daily activities.

No matter the location, hospice care is centered on comfort, dignity, and quality of life, with an emphasis on personalized support for both the patient and their family.

Frequently asked questions

Hospice care is provided for as long as the patient meets eligibility requirements, typically when their life expectancy is six months or less. The care plan is tailored to the patient’s condition and individual needs.

Hospice care emphasizes comfort, pain management, and emotional support for individuals with a life limiting illness, providing guidance to both patients and families during this challenging time.

Services include pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, counseling for patients and their families, respite care, and assistance with daily living activities.

The volunteer commitment is a minimum of 6 months, with a total of 50 hours during this period (approximately 2 hours per week). Once your role is assigned—whether patient-facing or administrative—you have the flexibility to schedule your weekly volunteer hours during the week.

Yes. Our volunteer opportunities focus on two main areas:

Patient & Family Support (in person):

  • Companionship & Emotional Support

  • Respite Care for Caregivers

  • Music Therapy Support

  • Pet Therapy Support

Administrative & Staff Support:

  • Office & Administrative Support

  • Support Calls

If you feel your skills and interests align more with administrative work, you may choose that type of volunteering. If you prefer working directly with patients and families, you may select one of the patient-focused volunteer roles.

Yes. Our volunteer opportunities focus on two main areas:

Patient & Family Support (in person):

  • Companionship & Emotional Support

  • Respite Care for Caregivers

  • Music Therapy Support

  • Pet Therapy Support

Administrative & Staff Support:

  • Office & Administrative Support

  • Support Calls

If you feel your skills and interests align more with administrative work, you may choose that type of volunteering. If you prefer working directly with patients and families, you may select one of the patient-focused volunteer roles.