Legacy Hospice of the South

Legacy Hospice of the South provides hospice care in Ripley, Mississippi, serving patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses with end-of-life support and comfort care.

The hospice operates with a team of nurses, aides, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers available 24 hours a day. A centralized intake system allows for rapid response to referrals, connecting families directly to nurses even after hours and on weekends. The care team emphasizes open communication and dignified, respectful treatment of patients and families.

Legacy Hospice operates across 142 counties spanning five states, Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee, with 24 branches serving both urban and rural communities where access to quality hospice care may be limited. The organization is consistently ranked above the national average on CAHPS quality and family satisfaction scores.