Anamosa Hospice Care

What is Hospice Care and When to Consider It

Hospice care offers comfort and support to people with life-limiting illnesses such as cancer, heart failure, or dementia. It focuses on easing pain and emotional distress rather than curing the illness, helping patients feel peaceful and supported.

If your loved one needs help with daily activities, has frequent hospital visits, or struggles with managing symptoms, hospice may be the right choice. Our compassionate team—including nurses, doctors, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers—provides personalized, holistic care for both patients and families. 

To learn more about how Above & Beyond Hospice can assist you in this delicate time of need, learn more about our hospice care services.

• Management of pain and other symptoms.
• 24/7 physician availability, including home visits as needed.
• Nursing care provided with dignity and respect.
• Emotional and spiritual counseling.
• Help with daily tasks, such as bathing and dressing.
• Delivery and management of medications, medical supplies, and equipment.
• Care wherever patients call home.
• Bereavement support groups for loved ones, available at no cost.
• Guidance documenting end-of-life wishes.