Hospice Programs & Specialities

Hospice care involves a team of professionals including a physician, nurse, home health aide, social worker, chaplain and specially trained volunteers. Together, they develop an individualized plan of care to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the patient and family members.

Chaplains provide spiritual care within the framework of your beliefs and faith traditions. As the only Catholic hospice in the greater Kansas City area, we offer services specifically for our Catholic patients that include a Care Team that honors Catholic Values and Abides by Catholic Medical Care Beliefs, regular opportunity for participation in the Eucharist, Catholic volunteers to pray the rosary and more.

As a We Honor Veterans national program partner, hospice patients who are Veterans are paired with volunteers who have also served in the military. These volunteers have a unique ability to relate and connect with the patient and families, creating an environment where life review and healing occur. Patients are also recognized for their service at individual ceremonies attended by family members, the Veteran volunteer and the Hospice team.

Music therapy offers many benefits for hospice patients. It helps relieve pain and agitation. It’s also an opportunity for communication and connection with loved ones, bringing joy to the patients and those around them.

Hospice patients who pass away are remembered at an ecumenical service. Family and Hospice staff celebrate a loved one’s life through prayer, song and reflection.