Hospice & Home Health FAQ’s
Partners in Care has served patients in Central Oregon since 1979. We meet with families every day who have questions about how they can better support their loved ones with serious illnesses, treatment recovery, and end of life care. These are the top questions we typically hear related to our hospice and home health services and general care support. We invite you to contact us so we can meet personally and discuss your needs.
Hospice Care Services for Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Prineville, and La Pine
- What is hospice care and who qualifies for it?
- When is the right time to start hospice care?
- What services does hospice provide at home?
- Does hospice provide 24/7 support in emergencies?
- Does hospice care mean stopping all treatment?
Home Health Services
- What is home health care and who qualifies?
- What services can home health provide at home (nursing, therapy, etc.)?
- How is home health different from home care
- How long does home health usually last?
- How do you get a referral for home health services?
(caregiving)?
Transitions Care
- What is the Transitions program and who is it for?
- How is Transitions different from hospice or palliative care?
- What kind of support does Transitions provide for patients and caregivers?
- When should families consider Transition support?
- How do you enroll in the Transitions program?
Hospice House in Bend
- What is Hospice House and when is it recommended?
- How is inpatient hospice different from hospice at home?
- Can Hospice House be used for patient care offering a respite for caregivers?
- What should families expect during a Hospice House stay?
- How do you arrange admission to Hospice House?
Grief Support & Bereavement Services
- What is grief support and who can access it?
- How long does grief last—and what is “normal” grief?
- When should someone consider grief counseling or a support group?
- How can you help a child or teen who is grieving?
- What are practical ways to support someone after a loss?