Hospice Care
Ohio has many hospice providers so it’s important to look into quality organizations in your area. Please use the tools below to research the best match for your needs and keep in mind that some are for-profit and some are non-profit.
Note that anyone can call a hospice and request an evaluation to see if a person is eligible to receive hospice care. Doctors don’t always make this suggestion so you may need to broach the subject with them.
Hospice of the Western Reserve – 12 Facts You Should Know About Hospice and Palliative Care, but Were Afraid to Ask is a great place to start to learn about what hospice care means and what it can offer.
Hospice Compare – This search tool from Medicare.gov helps you find and compare local hospice agencies. The website provides tips on selecting a hospice provider and explains how Medicare covers hospice services.
Hospice Foundation of America – Choosing a Hospice: 17 Questions to Ask and Palliative Care Defined are two great starting points out of the many useful resources this organization offers.