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"Safe Haven is not only a hospice, it is a wonderful ministry and you helped us all at this difficult time."—B.F. Safe Haven Hospice is A philosophy of care that promotes dignity, provides compassion, and focuses on the needs of the patient and family. A team-oriented approach to medical care, pain management, and support. A provider of medical, spiritual, and emotional support as well as bereavement care. Our Mission “To make the end of life comfortable and meaningful.” "It warmed our hearts that you cared for our Mom so competently and tenderly. She was special and you cared for her in your special way."—E.C. "Words cannot say how much we appreciated everyone.Your help, caring, and kindness. It meant so much to know that we were not alone and you were just a phone call away."—K.P. "We are grateful for the physical care, the spiritual care, and the protective care of Dad's dignity. He was so appreciative of knowing that you had his fear of pain as your #1 priority."—V.M. Natural, Life-Valuing Hospice Medicare Certified Accredited by The Joint Commission Our Vision To be the premier provider of end-of-life services in the communities we serve, and to honor God in all we do. Toll Free: (855) 879-4096 “Whatever you do for one of these least brothers or sisters of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25:40 Fax: (217) 735-1902 Email: info@safe-havenhospice.org Web Site: www.safe-havenhospice.org www.facebook.com/safehavenhospice Natural & Life-Valuing “To make the end of life comfortable and meaningful” Understanding Safe Haven Hospice Where is hospice care provided? Safe Haven Hospice will provide care within the patient’s home, whether in a private residence, an assisted living or nursing facility, or in the hospital. Who pays for hospice services? Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurances pay for hospice services. What will Safe Haven Hospice provide? Safe Haven Hospice will provide items related to the terminal diagnosis including: • Medications - prescription and over-the-counter medications • Durable medical equipment - such as wheelchairs, walkers and hospital beds Services provided include: • Nursing services - routinely available and/or on call 24/7, 365 days a year • Medical social services • Physician services including attending physician • Counseling services including spiritual, bereavement, and dietary • Hospice aide and homemaker services • Volunteer services • Physical, occupational, and/or speech therapy may be provided in certain circumstances • Pet Therapy • Healing Touch Who may receive hospice services? Hospice is for people who have a medical prognosis with a life expectancy of 6 months or less, if the illness runs its normal course. Some signs and symptoms of terminal illness are: • Difficulty swallowing and/or 10% weight loss • Loss of mobility and increased dependence • Frequent ER visits/hospitalizations Safe Haven Hospice does not deny services to anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, ability to pay, and/or physical or mental handicap. What levels of care are available? Safe Haven Hospice is able to provide a variety of levels of care to it’s patients. These include: • • • • Routine Home Care Respite Care Continuous Care In-patient Care How can I begin to receive hospice services? After you contact Safe Haven Hospice the following steps occur: • We will perform a free medical evaluation to see if the individual is appropriate for hospice care • We will contact your physician and our Hospice physician • If appropriate, the patient or family will sign a statement electing hospice care • For the duration of an election of hospice care, an individual waives all rights to Medicare payments that are related to the terminal condition Safe Haven Difference Why should you choose Safe Haven Hospice? Safe Haven Hospice philosophy is to neither hasten nor delay death. Safe Haven Hospice will admit patients within 3 hours of receiving physician’s orders and patient/family approval. Safe Haven Hospice staff will respond to customer pages within 15 minutes. Safe Haven Hospice values life as a gift, given by God. Safe Haven will strive to be present during the transition from this life to the next.