Our well-trained and compassionate team addresses the needs of the patients and their families. The team members are: The Patient's Personal Physician continues to direct the care of the patient and consults with other members of the hospice team. The Hospice Medical Director is a physician specially trained to handle pain and symptom management. The doctor directs patient care using the other staff members as his or her eyes and ears. Registered Nurses have advanced training in hospice care and provide comprehensive nursing services in the patient's home. Oncall staff is available to the patient 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year. Hospice Aides provide regular personal care in the home in a respectful and professional manner that promotes dignity for the patient. Medical Social Workers have advanced education in counseling and are trained to help individuals and families cope with emotional, social and financial stresses associated with life-limiting illnesses and impending loss. They work with both the patient and the family. The Hospice Chaplains are ministers who prvide spiritual care and counseling, if requested, that does not impose any particular theology or religion. The chaplains can address concerns related to death and dying. The Bereavement Counselor provides specialized grief support to families following the loss of a loved one. Support groups, reading materials and individual counseling can continue for up to a year. Volunteers who have completed rigorous training to prepare them to help patients and families are assigned to help with practical needs such as running errands. They also provide companionship, help write letters or life stories and are a resource for many other needs. Physical, Occupational and Nutritional Therapists are called in whenever their services would benefit the patient. Language Translators are available for non-English speaking patients. Meet Our Board of Directors