HOSPICE QUESTIONS
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR HOSPICE?
Community's Choice hospice services are available to individuals who, in the opinion of a physician, have a life-limiting illness, and have made a decision with their physician to seek comfort care, rather than curative care. Eligibility also includes agreeing to the care plan established by Community's Choice, the patient and physician, as well as residence within our service areas in Southern California
IS HOSPICE CARE ONLY FOR CANCER PATIENTS?
Hospice care is not just for cancer patients; in fact, cancer patients make up only a small percentage of the patients we serve. We care for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, lung disease, cardiovascular diseases, renal diseases, AIDS, liver disease, what we commonly call ‘failure to thrive,’ as well as any other life-limiting illnesses.
HOW OFTEN WILL HOSPICE STAFF VISIT THE PATIENT
Depending on the needs of the patient, the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) will visit the patient in their residence. The team, which is made up of nurses, social workers, chaplains, home health aides, volunteers and our medical director, will determine what level of care is needed to make the patient and family as comfortable as possible. Physical, spiritual and psychosocial needs all will be met by our specially trained staff.
WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE COMMUNITY'S CHOICE HOSPICE?
You have the right to select your healthcare provider, and when you choose Community's Choice, you will find the peace of mind that comes with a quality decision.
A TRUSTED TEAM
An effective teamwork is now globally recognized as an essential tool for constructing a more effective and patient-centred health care delivery system.
A TEAM OF EXPERTS
We employ highly-skilled staff including physicians, nurses, aides and a pharmacist with special certifications to meet even the most complex needs.
A LEGACY OF COMPASSION
With Community's Choice, you receive the combined experience of our team members and associates, benefiting from the proven strategies and best-practices to provide the most comfortable care.