Hospice Care
Hospice Care
Hospice Care
Facing the final stage of a loved one’s serious illness can feel overwhelming. You may have questions about comfort, support, and what comes next.
Hospice care helps your loved one live as fully and comfortably as possible while also supporting you and your family. We focus on relief from symptoms, emotional and spiritual support, and care planning before, during, and after a loss.
Hospice is comfort-focused care for someone with a life-limiting illness. It's a level of care that meets patients and families where they are by offering support, guidance, and practical ways to cope.
The focus shifts from curative treatment to comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Care is guided by what matters most to the patient and family.
Our hospice team also helps ease the burden on caregivers. We explain what’s happening, what changes to expect, and how to navigate this season of life. We’re here to support you each step of the journey.
Learn more about our hospice care with this video.
We offer a group of dedicated professionals with experience in end-of-life care. Our hospice care team includes nurses, doctors, nurse practitioners, certified nursing aides, board-certified music therapists, massage therapists, social workers, chaplains, bereavement counselors, and trained volunteers. They work together with the patient and family to support comfort, physical and emotional needs, and personal wishes.
Pain and symptom management
We provide personalized medical care to help manage pain, shortness of breath, nausea, anxiety, and other symptoms. We partner with the patient and family to promote comfort, quality of life, and peace of mind.
Emotional, spiritual, and practical support
Social workers, chaplains, and trained volunteers offer end-of-life resources, emotional support, spiritual care, and companionship. They remain involved throughout the care journey, helping to address practical needs along the way.
Caregiver support and guidance
We support caregivers in many ways, including listening to their concerns, teaching them what to expect, and providing resources. We also guide families through care choices, goals of care, and advance care planning. We're here to help with challenging situations and difficult decisions.
Bereavement services
We continue to support families after a loss. Grief support may include help with memorial planning, grief counseling, and support groups. Bereavement follow-up and support is offered for up to 13 months following the death of a loved one.
Our Hospice Services
We offer a group of dedicated professionals with experience in end-of-life care. Our hospice care team includes nurses, doctors, nurse practitioners, certified nursing aides, board-certified music therapists, massage therapists, social workers, chaplains, bereavement counselors, and trained volunteers. They work together with the patient and family to support comfort, physical and emotional needs, and personal wishes.
Pain and symptom management
We provide personalized medical care to help manage pain, shortness of breath, nausea, anxiety, and other symptoms. We partner with the patient and family to promote comfort, quality of life, and peace of mind.
Emotional, spiritual, and practical support
Social workers, chaplains, and trained volunteers offer end-of-life resources, emotional support, spiritual care, and companionship. They remain involved throughout the care journey, helping to address practical needs along the way.
Caregiver support and guidance
We support caregivers in many ways, including listening to their concerns, teaching them what to expect, and providing resources. We also guide families through care choices, goals of care, and advance care planning. We're here to help with challenging situations and difficult decisions.
Bereavement services
We continue to support families after a loss. Grief support may include help with memorial planning, grief counseling, and support groups. Bereavement follow-up and support is offered for up to 13 months following the death of a loved one.
In addition to hospice services, we offer specialized programs that provide added layers of support for patients and families. These programs extend care beyond medical needs and reflect our focus on comfort, dignity, and meaningful connection.
We Honor Veterans Program
Carilion hospice proudly partners with We Honor Veterans, a program of the National Alliance for Care at Home. This program helps ensure veterans receive care that recognizes their service, experiences, and unique needs at the end of life.
Pet Peace of Mind®
Pets can provide comfort and companionship during serious illness. Through Pet Peace of Mind, specially trained volunteers help patients care for their pets at home by assisting with daily needs and providing rehoming support when needed.
End-of-Life Doula Program
End-of-life doulas are specially trained hospice volunteers who provide companionship, emotional support, and guidance for patients and families. They use active listening, life review, and legacy work to help bring comfort, meaning, and connection during the final stages of life.
Partners in Care (PIC)
Partners in Care (PIC) is offered by Carilion Home Care and is specially designed to support patients with serious illness who may benefit from extra support but are not yet ready or eligible for hospice care. The program focuses on comfort, symptom relief, and supportive care while helping patients maintain quality of life. Learn more about the difference between hospice and home care.
Special Programs
In addition to hospice services, we offer specialized programs that provide added layers of support for patients and families. These programs extend care beyond medical needs and reflect our focus on comfort, dignity, and meaningful connection.
We Honor Veterans Program
Carilion hospice proudly partners with We Honor Veterans, a program of the National Alliance for Care at Home. This program helps ensure veterans receive care that recognizes their service, experiences, and unique needs at the end of life.
Pet Peace of Mind®
Pets can provide comfort and companionship during serious illness. Through Pet Peace of Mind, specially trained volunteers help patients care for their pets at home by assisting with daily needs and providing rehoming support when needed.
End-of-Life Doula Program
End-of-life doulas are specially trained hospice volunteers who provide companionship, emotional support, and guidance for patients and families. They use active listening, life review, and legacy work to help bring comfort, meaning, and connection during the final stages of life.
Partners in Care (PIC)
Partners in Care (PIC) is offered by Carilion Home Care and is specially designed to support patients with serious illness who may benefit from extra support but are not yet ready or eligible for hospice care. The program focuses on comfort, symptom relief, and supportive care while helping patients maintain quality of life. Learn more about the difference between hospice and home care.
Make a Difference as a Hospice Volunteer
If hospice has touched your life, consider giving back as a volunteer. Use your time, talents, and compassion to support patients and families. Training is provided, and you decide how you'd like to help. Call to learn more.
Meet Our Hospice Care Team
Our hospice care specialists are experienced in supporting patients with life-limiting illness, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients and families.
Learn more about our experts
Carilion Clinic Hospice provides comfort-focused, patient-centered care supported by the resources of a connected healthcare system and shared electronic records. Our goal is to provide those entrusted to us, quality and compassionate care.
Connected care and smooth transitions
As part of Carilion, our hospice teams work closely with hospital and clinic healthcare professionals to help make transitions into hospice care more seamless and coordinated.
Guidance and support for families
Families receive education, counseling, and practical support to help them navigate changing needs and make informed decisions with confidence. We’re available 24/7 to provide guidance, answer questions, and respond to urgent needs.
Specialized programs that go beyond traditional hospice care
From music and massage therapy to pet support services, our programs offer comfort, companionship, and meaningful moments to treasure throughout the hospice journey and for years to come.
Bereavement care that continues after a loss
Grief counseling, support groups, and other bereavement services are offered to individuals and families for up to 13 months.
Why Choose Carilion Clinic Hospice?
Carilion Clinic Hospice provides comfort-focused, patient-centered care supported by the resources of a connected healthcare system and shared electronic records. Our goal is to provide those entrusted to us, quality and compassionate care.
Donate to Hospice Care
Donations help us provide compassionate care and meaningful support for patients and families, even when services aren’t fully covered by insurance. We welcome tax-deductible donations and memorial or honor gifts.
Patient Stories
Getting to be with people in such tender moments. A lot of people shy away from hospice; they say that must be so hard. But really it's a gift."
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Connect With Our Hospice Team
Our team can help guide you through starting hospice care, including referrals, eligibility questions, and a one-time visit to learn more about available services.
Connect With Our Hospice Team
Our team can help guide you through starting hospice care, including referrals, eligibility questions, and a one-time visit to learn more about available services.
Connect With Our Hospice Team
Our team can help guide you through starting hospice care, including referrals, eligibility questions, and a one-time visit to learn more about available services.
Connect With Our Hospice Team
Our team can help guide you through starting hospice care, including referrals, eligibility questions, and a one-time visit to learn more about available services.