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Choosing hospice care is not easy, but when you decide it’s the right choice for your family, you give us the privilege to help you through your journey. Our goal is to help every patient live each day with love and dignity and as pain-free as possible. To help determine if hospice is right for you or a loved one, we’ve developed this brief assessment. You should also consult the patient’s physician to discuss the best options.
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Hospice services are available to patients who no longer benefit from, or choose to forgo, curative treatment. The typical hospice patient has a life expectancy of six months or less, if the illness follows its expected course. Most patients receive care at home or in a home—like setting such as a nursing home or assisted living community. Services are provided by a team of trained professionals who provide medical care and support services, not only to the patient but also to the patient’s family and caregivers as well.
Georgia Hospice Care seeks to provide hospice services that enable you to focus on days filled with life instead of illness. The four levels of hospice care are: routine home care, respite care, continuous care, and general inpatient care. We can provide services wherever the patient lives, whether that’s a nursing home, assisted living community, hospital, or a patient’s own home.
Palliative care and hospice care both provide comfort to patients by helping them manage pain and other symptoms. Both forms help support patients and their families and look to meet their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Although palliative care and hospice care share several important similarities, there are also important distinctions between the two.
Palliative care can begin at diagnosis and be administered alongside treatment. Hospice care is compassionate care that prioritizes the quality of life for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less. Relief-based rather than curative, hospice care helps patients manage pain and other symptoms, with an emphasis on providing dignity and supporting a peaceful end-of-life experience.
While the decision to begin hospice care isn’t easy, keep in mind that hospice care is about improving quality of life for more meaningful time with loved ones. Patients who may benefit from hospice care are those in the final stages of chronic lung disease, congestive heart failure, AIDS, cancer, cardiovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s and dementia, and other life limiting, terminal illness.
Below are some signs it might be time for you to consider hospice care:
If the above signs apply to you or a loved one, it may be time to consider hospice care.
Yes, we will work closely with the attending medical professional to help you or your loved one receive the care that’s needed.
All members of each Georgia Hospice Care team work together, utilizing their special training to meet the needs of the patient, their caregivers, and loved ones.
Hospice offers help and support to the patient and their loved ones, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For hospice patients, help is just a phone call away. The hospice care team is an interdisciplinary group composed of a nurse, hospice aide, social worker, chaplain, volunteer, and other members of our team. The care team works closely with your providers and physician to manage your care.
Commercial insurance as well as Medicare and Medicaid are accepted by ACG Hospice, with coverage varying by payer source. Payment for services not covered by insurance is based on the patient’s or family’s ability to pay. It is our intent that ability to pay not be a barrier to receiving care. If needed, a financial assessment may be requested to assess eligibility for financial assistance.
Contributions from individuals, foundations, corporations, communities of faith, and civic organizations help us to care for everyone who needs our services, and to provide valued programs beyond those covered by insurance — such as grief care and community education.
Please ask your insurance provider for details regarding your coverage.
The emotional and psychological consequences of losing a loved one can never be underestimated. Grief support is designed to help you cope with and process your residual feelings of loss. Our grief support program encompasses a range of counseling services for friends and family members who have lost a loved one, including one-on-one and group counseling. Within five days of a loved one’s passing, we contact the family to do a grief assessment and determine how we can best support them. We follow families for at least 13 months after their loved one passes — and longer if they need it — to ensure they know they have a support system in place.
Yes, chaplains and spiritual support services are available. We know that end-of-life illnesses can often cause spiritual and emotional distress for both patients and families. Our hospice chaplains are available to encourage, offer feedback, and listen as patients and their family members cope with the painful and sometimes confusing issues related to end-of-life care. Our chaplains offer practical and spiritual guidance during this difficult time without enforcing religious boundaries. The goal is to offer spiritual support within the framework of your belief system.
Georgia Hospice Care is proud to provide care in every county in our state. If you or a loved one are in need of comfort care for a life-limiting illness, our team is prepared to walk alongside you to meet your needs. We’re with you no matter where you are.
To find out if we provide care in your area, give us a call 833-567-2909
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One of the hardest decisions families and caregivers can make is whether to ask for hospice care for a loved one with a life-limiting illness. This time can be emotional and uncertain, and many families don’t realize that placing loved ones into professional treatment can have benefits for the patient as well as the whole family. One of the most shared sentiments from families is that they wish they had chosen hospice care sooner. If you have questions or would like a consultation, please complete this form and a member of our team will connect with you.
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“I can’t say enough about GHC, they treated my mom with the most kind and compassionate care. They met all of our needs. The ladies in the office, social workers, nursing staff, CNA’s and the Clergymen all went above and beyond to make sure mom and I were taken care of. Bless you all, we couldn’t have made it without you!” – Debi, Savannah, GA
“I cannot say enough good things about this hospice service. After a bad experience, with another popular hospice service, in the area, we have had the best experience with Georgia Hospice Care. They are very attentive and compassionate. I would recommend them to anyone looking for support while caring for their loved one during this very difficult time. Thank you Kimberly and all the nurses and staff that are helping care for my daddy.” – Monica, Valdosta, GA
“My gratitude to GHC is beyond words. They went above and beyond expectations in caring for my brother as well as their authentic interest in my emotional welfare. Every person attending to my was caring and professional. You have a choice of hospice services, whether in the home or in a medical/nursing facility. Talk to them. Ask for them.” – Suzanne, Savannah, GA
“The team of local Nurses and staff consistently go above and beyond for their patients and families!” – A.R., Savannah, GA
“Great staff! Everyone is so helpful and attentive.” – Shannon, Savannah, GA
“The staff goes above and beyond. They are knowledgeable, caring, helpful, and responsive.” – Jennifer, Savannah, GA
“The entire team is so helpful!” – Sam, Savannah, GA
“We are so grateful for your outstanding service and care for our father. The nurses, chaplin, and social workers were supportive for not only our father but our entire family. Thank you for following up with us for your grievance services. I would highly recommend your organization to all my family and friends.” – Patricia, Savannah, GA
“Excellent company. Professional staff. Highly Recommended.” – Susan, Warner Robins, GA
“I met with Kyle and Denise on several occasions they were very patient my wife and my daughter. They answer all of our questions. They have been there for my family during our time need. I appreciate the both of them and their support team.” – Susan, Warner Robins, GA
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