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Hospice is a
comprehensive program designed to provide
physical, social, psychological and spiritual care and
support to persons facing terminal illness. The emphasis
is on enhancing quality of life, maintaining dignity and
relieving pain, when curative treatment is no longer possible
or desired. Family and other caregivers also receive support
and guidance. Most hospice care is home-based, although
inpatient care can be involved. Medicaid, Medicare and third
party insurance coverage is available, depending on the
hospice organization and physician referral requirements.
(Terminal illness is generally defined as a prognosis of
six months or less of life.)
Information and Referral Resources
TEXAS HOSPICE
ORGANIZATION
3724 Jefferson
Austin, Texas
512-454-1247
512-454-1248 (fax)
EMail: TX_Hospice_Org@email.msn.com
This member organization provides referrals for hospice care
for all of Texas and New Mexico.
NATIONAL
HOSPICE ORGANIZATION
1901 North Moore Street, Suite 901
Arlington,VA 22209
703-243-5900
1-800-658-8898 (Helpline)
Web Site: www.nho.org
Provides literature and information about hospice care for
patients and their families, and refers to other hospice
care resources throughout the United States. The helpline
can locate hospice organizations within a specified location.
HOSPICE LINK
Provides information about hospice care and refers cancer
patients and their families to local hospice programs.
90 Westbrook Rd.
Essex, CT 06426-0713
(800) 331-1620
In Alaska and Connecticut
(203) 767-1620
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