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Not Sure What Hospice Services Include? You’re In the Right Place!
Hospice can be a scary word, but it doesn’t have to be! With a full list of comprehensive hospice care services, we’re here to make a difficult thing not so difficult — for you and your entire family.
Our Full List of Hospice Care Services
Below you’ll find the full list of hospice care services we provide at West Michigan Hospice. Upon admission, each of our patients receives their own personalized care plan that determines the specific hospice services they need to live most comfortably. That said, you or your loved one’s care plan will consist of some, or all, of the following:
Chronic Disease Management
Hospice care isn’t just end-of-life care. In fact, while hospice care generally takes place within the expected last six months of life, it can be provided for years!
In-Home Hospice Nursing
Hospice nurses make regular visits to patients’ homes, where they work to assess patient health, administer medications, communicate with caregivers, and report to
Medical Social Work
Medical social workers help hospice patients and their families find helpful resources for coping with a new lifestyle. They work to coordinate special needs like general
Hospice Physician Services
Often in conjunction with a patient’s general physician, the hospice physician is responsible for understanding your loved one's medical history, evaluating changes in their
Spiritual Care
During the hospice journey, many patients and families find hope and comfort through their religious beliefs. They may elect to receive services with a chaplain or other spiritual care provider at any time.
Bereavement Counseling
After a major loss, grief can feel overwhelming — and that grieving process is different for everyone. That’s why our hospice services extend to include grief and bereavement
Volunteer Services
Need some help with household chores? Looking for someone to pick up groceries? Just want somebody to talk with? That’s where our hospice volunteers come in.
Personal Care Aides
Hospice personal care aides help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, toileting, meal preparation, and more. They possess Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credentials and have
Durable Medical Equipment
Hospice patients often require various forms of medical equipment to help keep them comfortable — and our hospice services include them all!
Have Questions? Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding our hospice care services, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re happy to get you the answers you’re looking for and guide you through the hospice process.