Hospice

At Presbyterian, our team approach to hospice and palliative care allows us to develop individual care plans. These plans enable us to anticipate, prevent and relieve symptoms with a focus on improving the quality of life for patients and their families.         

At Presbyterian Hospice, our team-based approach includes the expertise of a variety of professionals. All these providers work together with the patient and their caregiver to offer comprehensive supportive care. Learn more about our team

Presbyterian's hospice program includes the area's only inpatient hospice unit, located within Presbyterian Cancer Center. The Harris Hospice Unit, a  short-stay transitional unit, is designed as a home-way-from-home away from home for many families. Patients and their loved ones can be together in an area where the emphasis is on stabilizing symptoms while providing comfort and support. Our coordinated team approach to care helps families learn to provide the necessary hospice care at home while still having the guidance and support of our staff in the hospital. The hospice team also will assist the family in coordinating plans for returning the patient home after symptoms are under control. Learn more about inpatient hospice services.

Bereavement Program

Our hospice program offers counseling services, free of charge,  to anyone in the community dealing with loss of a loved one, even if the loved one was not cared for by our program. Other bereavement services include newsletters, education, support groups and individual counseling for up to one year after a loss. Learn more about bereavement programs

Coverage of Services

Admission to Presbyterian Hospice & Palliative Care does require a physician's order, but is not based upon the ability to pay.  All patients, regardless of income, deserve quality care and comfort, a philosophy that is inherent to hospice care.  Presbyterian accepts reimbursement from Medicare, Medicaid, and many other insurance plans. Arrangements are made for patients without insurance including social workers that will help families apply for Medicaid and community resources.

Your Donations Support Presbyterian Hospice & Palliative Care

Presbyterian Hospice & Palliative Care is supported by the generous financial gifts from many donors throughout the community.  Our Volunteer Program is supported through the gift of time, whether that time is in our inpatient hospice unit, at a patient's home, through office support or in the community. Donations of time by our dedicated volunteers and financial gifts are greatly appreciated, and help pay for services not covered by reimbursement. Financial gifts help ensure that our hospice mission continues within the communities we serve. 

Learn more about donating to Presbyterian Hospice & Palliative Care

Volunteer with Presbyterian Hospice and Palliative Care

Volunteers are an important part of our Hospice team. Each volunteer receives extensive training provided by Presbyterian's professional staff. Whether you choose to work directly with patients and families or volunteer for the program's many other needs, your efforts will make a difference in someone's life.  Learn more about volunteering.

More Information

If your would like more information  about our programs or how to financially support Presbyterian Hospice & Palliative Care,  please email us at Presbyhpc@novanthealth.org, or call 704-384-6478.