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The patient's physician directs pain management and symptom relief medications and provides overall medical
supervision. A registered nurse serves as hospice care manager and is responsible for making assessments vital to
the patient's care. A social worker provides support and counseling and is a resource for community services. If
requested, clergy provide spiritual counseling and support. Volunteers provide companionship and respite for
families including running errands and helping with transportation and chores. They also support the family
through the bereavement process. Volunteer involvement is based on the individual needs of each family.
Family members are encouraged to provide much of the patient care in the home hospice programs. Our hospice
team is there to provide complete support for the family and can assist and train others to provide care.
Click here for a map of the Hospice Service Area
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