When any family first hears about hospice and life-limiting illness, it’s a difficult time. In these challenging moments, it’s important to know you have an option that can help someone you love get the most out of life while living as fully and comfortably as possible.

When the doctor, patient and family decide that curative treatment is no longer an option, home hospice services may be the answer wherever home is – whether a skilled nursing facility, a friend or family member's place, or the house you've been living in for many years. Our hospice services allow patients to make the most of each day, at home surrounded by friends and family in a familiar, comfortable environment. Because at Gentiva, we believe that every moment matters.

How Our Hospice Services Work

Under the direction of a physician, our team of clinicians offers a special kind of caring atmosphere that encompasses the medical, social, emotional and spiritual aspects of treatment. Our goal is to ensure that the patient's remaining days are lived with dignity and respect. Our hospice provides:

• Expert clinical care with emphasis on pain and symptom management
• Services for patients of all ages
• Emotional support for patients and family members
• Home medical equipment and related medications
• Comprehensive bereavement program

At Gentiva, we utilize a team approach to our care. This team can vary depending on the patient’s and the family’s needs. Your team can include:

• Nurses
• Social workers
• Hospice aides
• Chaplain
• Specially trained volunteers

What Does Hospice Cost?

Most of our hospice services are covered by Medicare, Medicaid or many private health insurance companies. You can also choose to pay privately. Our staff can assist patients, families and physicians in determining eligibility and researching all available options.

Every Moment Matters

Getting into a hospice program can comfort both patient and family. With early hospice care, you will have a team who will help you understand what’s happening and help you prepare for what’s ahead spiritually, emotionally and physically. Early hospice care can improve the quality of the days ahead for everyone.

For More information

Call 1-888-GENTIVA or refer to the location finder for a hospice provider near you.