Too many people wait too long to involve hospice in end of life care. By contacting Audubon Hospice early in the diagnosis, the patient and family have time to understand their options and choose the path that will have the most positive impact. The goal and purpose of Audubon Hospice is to maximize the quality of life for both the patient and the family. By initiating contact with us early in the planning process we can begin helping sooner, allowing the family to stay focused on what matters to them.
Although Audubon Hospice staff can meet with you at any point to answer questions, a doctor’s order is needed before completing a medical assessment or admitting patients to hospice. A nurse and admissions counselor will visit you to discuss hospice in greater depth and answer your questions. The nurse will confirm that you meet medical guidelines and will consult with the doctor regarding any current symptoms/ needs. The decision to sign on to hospice is a personal one for you and your family to consider together. We wish to support you but never to pressure you.
It’s time to consider Audubon Hospice and palliative care team in the following instances:
Contact us. Phone inquiries are best. Arrange a consultation. Anyone may inquire about how we can help.