Heartland Hospice provides hospice care in Sedalia, Missouri, offering 24/7 support to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families. The service is available in patients' homes, as well as in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or the homes of relatives and friends.
Care is personalized around each patient's specific needs. The interdisciplinary team includes physicians, nurses, social workers, volunteers, hospice aides, and chaplains who work closely with patients and families to develop individualized care plans. Pain management extends beyond medication to address the whole person's experience during this challenging time.
Emotional and spiritual support are central to the service. Professional grief counseling is provided to both patients and loved ones, and experienced staff offer bereavement services and spiritual care tailored to each person's beliefs. The hospice team helps families understand what to expect and provides emotional support through the final moments and beyond.
For family caregivers, short-term respite care is available to provide relief and time to recharge. Professional counselors and social workers continue to support families for up to 13 months after a loved one's passing, recognizing that grief is an ongoing process.
Heartland Hospice is part of the Gentiva family of hospice, palliative, and home health care providers, which operates more than 375 locations across 36 states. The organization participates in the "We Honor Veterans" program, which includes a focused admissions process and individualized care plans that acknowledge veterans' military experiences and unique needs.