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01. What is hospice care?

Hospice care is all about providing comfort, dignity, and support to people in the final
stages of life. It’s about managing pain and offering emotional and spiritual support
to patients and their families.

02. Who is eligible for hospice care?

Anyone with a terminal illness and a life expectancy of six months or less, as
certified by a physician, can receive hospice care. It’s about focusing on comfort
rather than cure during this time.

03. What services does Angel’s Smile Hospice provide?

We offer a variety of services, including:

  • Pain and symptom management
  • Emotional and spiritual support
  • Help with daily activities
  • Support for family caregivers
  • Bereavement support
  • Coordination with other healthcare providers

04. How can I access hospice care for my loved one?

It’s simple! Start by talking to your loved one’s doctor about hospice care. You can
also contact us directly, and we’ll work with you and your healthcare provider to see
if hospice care is the right fit.

05. Does Angel’s Smile Hospice accept insurance?

Yes, we do! We accept Medicare, Medical, and most commercial insurances. We’re
also contracted with several medical groups (HMOs and IPAs) and hospitals, making
our services accessible to many patients.

06. Can hospice care be provided at home?

Absolutely! Hospice care can be provided wherever the patient calls home, whether
a private residence, nursing home, assisted living facility, or hospital. Our team will
ensure the patient is comfortable in their chosen setting

07. What support is available for family caregivers?

We know how challenging caregiving can be. That’s why we offer extensive support, including education on caregiving tasks, emotional support, respite care, and help
accessing community resources. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

08. What is palliative care?

Palliative care is specialized medical care that focuses on relieving the symptoms
and stress of a severe illness. It can be provided alongside
curative treatment at any stage of the disease. 

09. How does Angel’s Smile Hospice manage pain and symptoms?

We use a combination of medications, therapies, and holistic approaches to
manage pain and symptoms. Our goal is to create a personalized plan that ensures
comfort and improves the quality of life for our patients.

10. How can I volunteer with Angel’s Smile Hospice?

We love our volunteers! If you’re passionate about making a difference, contact us
to learn more about volunteer opportunities or visit our volunteer page on the
website.We love our volunteers! If you’re passionate about making a difference,
contact us to learn more about volunteer opportunities or visit our volunteer page on
the website.

11. How does hospice care help patients with Alzheimer’s disease?

For Alzheimer’s disease patients, we focus on managing symptoms like depression,
anxiety, and difficulty sleeping. We support routine planning, physical exercise,
memory therapy, and creating a calm environment to improve patients’ and their
families’ quality of life.

12. What support does Angel’s Smile Hospice provide for patients with Parkinson’s disease?

We offer specialized care for Parkinson’s patients, addressing symptoms such as
tremors, muscle stiffness, sleep disturbances, and cognitive decline. 

13.How does hospice care benefit cancer patients?

For cancer patients, hospice care focuses on pain and symptom management,
emotional support, and overall quality of life improvement. We create personalized
care plans to address specific symptoms, manage treatment side effects, and
support patients and their families.

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