About Hospice of Spokane
Hospice care is a holistic approach to end-of-life care, addressing the medical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs of the terminally ill person and their loved ones.
Hospice of Spokane was among the first hospices in the country and has served the Greater Spokane area since 1977. We are nationally recognized as experts in helping people handle end-of-life issues with grace, dignity, comfort, and peace of mind. We have the comprehensive knowledge, reputation, and trust of our community that only comes from decades of experience and dedication to providing the highest quality care to people like you.
Hospice of Spokane cares for anyone of any age with any terminal condition. The elderly patient with heart disease or emphysema. The middle-aged parent with cancer or kidney disease. The infant suffering from a congenital disorder. The survivors whose lives are shaken by loss and grief. Anyone can refer a person to Hospice of Spokane. Individuals are eligible for hospice care if their life expectancy is six months or less and they no longer desire life-prolonging treatments.
Our team focuses on ensuring your comfort and supporting your quality of life. From delivering specialized care right in your home day or night, to around-the-clock phone support and grief counseling for family members, we are here for you. The sooner Hospice of Spokane is able to begin caring for you, the more time you will have to receive the full benefit of our compassionate presence.
Hospice of Spokane's affiliations and certifications:
·Licensed hospice provider in Washington
·Medicare and Medicaid certified
·Member of the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization
·Member of the Washington State Hospice & Palliative Care Organization
·United Way Member Agency
Philosophy
The final stages of life are as important as all other stages, deserving presence, respect, and dignity as well as freedom of choice. We provide care which emphasizes:
·The principles of death with dignity and grace;
·Palliative care (comfort care);
·The individual's control over life;
·The alleviation of fears of dying alone;
·The support of family and loved ones before, during and following death.
Mission
Hospice of Spokane embraces its role as a model for excellence in end-of-life care. We are a not-for-profit, non-denominational, community based organization that:
·Affirms life and intends to neither hasten nor prolong death;
·Honors the dignity of the terminally ill;
·Strives to alleviate suffering – physical, emotional, social and spiritual;
·Provides comprehensive hospice care and services;
·Educates the community about hospice services and end of life issues;
·Offers bereavement counseling services and support;
·Embraces all cultures.
Our client centered care is provided by interdisciplinary teams comprised of physicians, nurses, social workers, nurse aides, volunteers, chaplains and bereavement counselors and other professionals.