Hospice Care At Home
Expert care and deep compassion delivered into the home — helping patients live with comfort and dignity in the place they feel most at peace.
What is Hospice Care At Home?
Hospice care at home is support for people living with an advanced serious illness that is no longer curable. It allows the patient to stay in their own home, close to what’s familiar.
When hospice care is provided at home, our team comes to you. That includes nurses to help manage pain or other symptoms, aides who can help with bathing or daily care, social workers to guide families through practical or emotional concerns, and chaplains if spiritual support is wanted.
Receiving hospice care at home doesn’t mean you’re being left alone. Families often say they feel relief knowing help is just a phone call away. We are here to help make this time as calm and supported as possible.
What Hospice at Home Means to the Family
Caring for someone at home through hospice is a commitment. It takes time, energy, and emotional strength from the family. There are routines to learn, changes to adjust to, and moments that can feel heavy.
However, many families find that being present in this way brings a kind of closeness and meaning that is hard to put into words. With the support of a hospice team, the responsibility becomes more manageable.
And while it may not be easy, it often becomes one of the most important and intimate acts of love a family can offer.
Understanding the Day-to-Day Support
Hospice Nurses
Check in regularly to manage symptoms, answer questions, and provide medication education so families feel confident.
Home Health Aides
Help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other personal care needs so your loved one remains comfortable.
Social Workers
Guide families through practical planning, decision-making, financial concerns, and emotional support needs.
Chaplains & Counselors
Provide spiritual and emotional support for patients and families, respecting individual beliefs and traditions.
Raising the Standard in Hospice Care
Elevate Hospice and Palliative Care is founded and operated by healthcare professionals with decades of experience caring for people with serious chronic illness.
Our passion is to provide our patients and their families with quality of life and comfort through this emotion-filled time. As our expertise is in home-based care of the elderly, we understand the specific needs of people at their most vulnerable state.
Our Mission
Unique, individualized, patient-centered end-of-life care.
Our Vision
Comfort and dignity through compassionate, personalized support.
The Hospice Interdisciplinary Team
The Elevate Hospice care team is made up of compassionate professionals who work together to provide physical, emotional, and spiritual support to both patients and families.
Hospice Physician
Oversees medical care, ensures eligibility, and supports the team 24/7. Coordinates with the patient's primary doctor for symptom and pain management.
Hospice Nurse
Provides symptom relief, medication education, and teaches families how to care for their loved one confidently at home.
Social Worker
Assists with emotional, financial, and practical planning needs to support quality of life and family well-being.
Chaplain / Spiritual Counselor
Offers non-denominational spiritual and emotional support, respecting individual beliefs and traditions.
Hospice Aide
Helps with personal care such as bathing, grooming, toileting, and comfort measures.
Therapists (PT/OT/Speech)
Offered when necessary to support symptom control or maintain daily function, based on team approval.
Volunteers
Provide companionship, respite for caregivers, and assistance with activities like reading, conversation, or light personal care.
Bereavement Counselor
Supports families through grief before and after the patient's death, offering ongoing follow-up for at least 12 months.
Hospice Care in Phoenix and Maricopa County
Elevate Hospice provides hospice services in the Phoenix Metro Area and throughout Maricopa County. Whether you’re at your home, assisted living homes, group homes, skilled nursing facilities, or independent living communities, our professional team will come to you and provide the care you need.
Hospice Care at Home Vs. Inpatient Hospice Care
Hospice at Home
Definition
Hospice care at home allows patients to spend their final months in the comfort of familiar surroundings, spending time with loved ones. Care is provided where the patient lives, with a focus on pain management, emotional support, and quality of life.
Eligibility
- Have a terminal illness with a life expectancy of six months or less
- Elect to stop curative treatments and focus on comfort care
- Have a primary caregiver at home, or be in a residence where caregiving support is present
Cost
Hospice at home is generally covered 100% by Medicare Part A, and many commercial insurances. Covered services include medical equipment, medications, nursing care, aides, social work, and bereavement support.
Inpatient Hospice Care (Caring Center)
Definition
Inpatient hospice care is provided in a licensed hospice facility or designated wing within a hospital. It is intended for patients whose symptoms are too complex to manage at home or for families who are not able to provide the required level of care.
Eligibility
- Symptoms are unmanageable in a home setting
- A caregiver is unavailable or unable to provide needed support
- A short-term stay is needed for respite care or symptom stabilization
Cost
Like home hospice, inpatient hospice care is typically covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurances. Coverage may vary depending on length of stay and specific facility guidelines.
When Is Hospice at Home the Right Choice?
Hospice care at home can be a good option when a person is stable enough to be cared for outside of a hospital or facility and when they, or their family, feel more comfortable staying in familiar surroundings.
It is often chosen when medical equipment and care needs can be safely managed at home with the support of a hospice team. Having a caregiver available — whether that’s a spouse, adult child, or someone else — is usually important, since hospice staff visit regularly but do not stay 24 hours a day.
Some homes may also need small adjustments, like a hospital bed or safety equipment. A hospice nurse will help assess whether home care is appropriate and guide the family in making sure it’s safe and supportive for everyone involved.
Preparing the Home for Hospice Care
Welcoming hospice care into the home means creating a space where your loved one can feel safe, supported, and as comfortable as possible. Here are a few steps families can take to prepare:
- Choose a central location for the bed or main resting area that is quiet, easy to access, and near a bathroom if possible
- Clear walkways and remove clutter to allow room for equipment and safe movement
- Set up needed equipment such as a hospital bed, oxygen, or bedside commode — which the hospice team will help coordinate
- Create a calm environment by surrounding your loved one with comforting items like photos, blankets, books, or music
- Have basic supplies on hand such as gloves, wipes, and linens to help with daily care tasks
- Arrange seating for visitors and family to be nearby during quiet moments or conversation
- Discuss roles and routines with family or friends who are helping so everyone feels confident and supported
The most important part is making it a space where love, dignity, and peace are present. Your hospice team will walk with you every step of the way.
Common Questions About Hospice Care at Home
Most homes can accommodate hospice care. The team can help arrange any equipment or supplies needed and will work with you to make the space safe and comfortable for your loved one.
No. While some people enter hospice care in the final days of life, others receive support for weeks or even months. Starting hospice early can help manage symptoms more effectively and give families more time to adjust and plan.
Hospice care is typically covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans. This includes visits, equipment, medications related to the terminal diagnosis, and support services.
A full hospice team supports the patient and family. This includes nurses, home health aides, social workers, chaplains, and a physician. Family members often provide day-to-day care, with the hospice team guiding and supporting them.
While hospice staff do not stay full-time in the home, they visit regularly and are available by phone 24/7. If needed, respite care or additional support can be arranged to give caregivers a break or help during more intensive times.
Hospice care includes emotional and spiritual support for families as well as the patient. Teams offer caregiver guidance, grief counseling, and access to support groups during and after a loved one’s passing.
Get Started with Care Today
Call (480) 800-4816 to speak with our team. We’ll help you understand your options, answer your questions, and begin the process if care is needed.