How is Hospice Care Started?

Help is only one phone call away. The attending physician, patient, family member, friends, clergy, social workers, hospital discharge planner, or any person concerned with a patient’s well-being, can make a referral. We are here to assist you at the beginning of the Hospice program, determining eligibility and Hospice admission criteria.

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Admission Process:
Admitting a patient to the hospice is a simple process. Please call True North Healthcare and an admission coordinator will arrange for someone to meet with the patient, family or attorney-in-fact for the explanation of the hospice program.

 

Services Included:

• Hospice Medical Doctor – on call 24 hours.

• Skilled Nurses who are trained specifically to deal with pain and symptom management available 24-hours a day.

• Social Worker who offers counseling and referral services to community resources

• Certified Home Health/Hospice Aides and Homemakers who assist with ADLs, if needed.

• Chaplain who provides spiritual support, if needed.

• Volunteers who provide assistance, through visits, letter writing, reading, or shopping, if needed.

• Bereavement Coordinator who can assist and cope with challenges even after your loved one has passed away.

 

Medication Covered:
Medications for pain and symptom management are hospice Medicare benefit.

 

Durable Medical Equipment:
We work closely with a DME company for fast delivery of equipment. Coordination with a physician regarding your need for medical equipment.