Heartland Hospice in Okemos, Michigan provides hospice care for patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families, offering 24/7 support to address physical, emotional, and spiritual needs in patients' homes or other settings of their choice.
The hospice team, comprising physicians, nurses, social workers, volunteers, hospice aides, and chaplains, develops personalized care plans focused on pain management and symptom relief. Patients appropriate for hospice care typically have a life expectancy of six months or less and may have conditions including end-stage heart disease, COPD, Alzheimer's disease, ALS, and cancer.
Recognizing that grief and loss can be emotionally overwhelming, Heartland Hospice offers professional grief counseling and bereavement services for both patients' families and loved ones, extending support for up to 13 months following a patient's death. The care team also addresses spiritual needs and can help patients find solace in their faith during this challenging time.
The hospice accommodates family caregivers by offering short-term relief and respite care when caregivers need time to recharge. Patients may receive care in their own homes, in relatives' or friends' homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or hospitals if specialized medical assistance is needed. Most hospice costs are covered under the Medicare Hospice Benefit, many Medicaid plans, and private insurance plans, which typically include medications, medical supplies, and equipment.
Heartland Hospice honors veterans through the "We Honor Veterans" program, which includes a focused admissions process, specialized care teams trained to meet veterans' unique needs, and individualized plans of care that acknowledge military experiences. The organization also welcomes volunteers to support its mission and provides grief support services, including grief camps for children.
