Medicare-Hospice

When It's Time to Consider Hospice

At Aspen Healthcare, we understand that facing a terminal illness is a difficult journey. Hospice care is a compassionate and comprehensive approach to support patients and their families during this time. It may be time to consider hospice when:

• You or your loved one has a life-limiting illness or a prognosis of six months or less.
• The focus shifts from curative treatments to comfort and quality of life.
• Managing symptoms and pain becomes a primary concern.
• You seek emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial support for you and your family.

How Hospice Helps

Our Medicare-certified hospice services are dedicated to providing comfort, dignity, and compassionate care during the end-of-life journey. Hospice care helps by:

• Managing pain and symptoms to ensure maximum comfort.
• Offering emotional and spiritual support to patients and their families.
• Providing a team of professionals focused on your unique needs.
• Cooridinating all care and services needed to create a peaceful and comfortable environment at home.

Types of Professionals on the Hospice Team

Our hospice care team is comprised of skilled and compassionate professionals who work together to provide the best care possible:

• Hospice Nurses: Specialized in pain management and symptom control.
• Hospice Physicians: Oversee the medical aspects of your care.
• Hospice Aides: Assist with personal care and daily activities.
• Chaplain or Spiritual Counselor: Offers spiritual support and guidance.
• Social Workers: Provide emotional and practical support to you and your family.
• Volunteers: Offer companionship and assistance as needed.

Medicare Pays 100% for Aspen's Hospice Services

Medicare covers 100% of our hospice services for qualified patients, ensuring that you receive the care you need without financial worry. Medicare pays for:

• Pain and symptom management
• Hospice nursing and physician services
• Hospice aide services
• Medical equipment and supplies
• Medications related to the hospice diagnosis
• Hospice social worker services
• Short-term inpatient care, if needed
• Respite care to provide relief to your caregivers

We Honor Veterans Partner

Aspen Healthcare is proud to be a We Honor Veterans partner, recognizing and honoring the unique needs of veterans facing end-of-life challenges. Our hospice team is trained to provide specialized care and support to veterans and their families. Learn More

Contact Aspen Healthcare Today

If you or your loved one is facing a terminal illness and you believe hospice care may be the right choice, don't hesitate to reach out to us today. Aspen Healthcare is here to provide compassionate, Medicare-certified hospice services that prioritize comfort, dignity, and quality of life during this challenging time.