Compassionate, caring support
TMC Hospice provides personalized physical, emotional and spiritual care for those in the final stages of life-limiting illnesses. We emphasize comfort, dignity and pain relief, helping patients stay independent in familiar surroundings while honoring family values and wishes.
Experience compassionate care with TMC Hospice
TMC Hospice, a local nonprofit established in 1991, stands as a trusted pillar in our community's care landscape. Accredited by the Joint Commission, Medicare-certified and a Level III partner of We Honor Veterans, our commitment to excellence is unwavering.
- Comprehensive support: Our interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, social workers, home health aides, spiritual counselors and volunteers, ensures holistic care for patients and families.
- Tailored care: We provide palliative care in various settings, including home care, short-term inpatient/respite services, coordination of ancillary services, and bereavement support.
- Patient-centered approach: Hospice care allows patients to focus on comfort, avoiding unwanted hospitalizations and medical procedures while respecting their wishes and goals of care.
- Mission-driven: Our mission emphasizes individualized physical, emotional and spiritual care, promoting comfort and dignity for patients in their familiar surroundings.
- 24/7 support: Access round-the-clock support with a registered nurse available for phone triage or home visits, ensuring continuous care.
- Cost reduction: Opting for hospice care often reduces out-of-pocket expenses for medications, durable medical equipment and medical supplies, easing financial burdens.
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Understanding the right time to consider hospice care
Deciding when to ask about hospice and palliative care is a personal decision. If you are still benefiting from treatments aimed at curing your illness, it's not yet time for hospice.
Once treatment options are no longer effective, consult your physician for guidance. TMC Hospice is available anytime to offer information. Consider hospice or palliative care if:
Once treatment options are no longer effective, consult your physician for guidance. TMC Hospice is available anytime to offer information. Consider hospice or palliative care if:
- You have made multiple trips to the ER to stabilize you, but your illness significantly progresses, impacting your quality of life.
- You've been hospitalized several times within the last year with the same or worsening symptoms.
- You prefer to remain at home rather than in the hospital.
- Your physician has informed you that there are no more treatment options.
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This health information is provided by the
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education & Research.
