ABOUT
Hospice is designed to offer comfort and support to patients with terminal illnesses and their loved ones. Unlike other healthcare types, hospice provides expert comfort care when curative treatments are no longer effective. Hospice care is holistic, addressing the mind, body, and spirit to ensure the final months of life are rich and meaningful.
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We believe everyone has the right to a graceful and dignified journey, free from pain. Hospice of the Golden Isles provides high-quality hospice and palliative care that upholds patient dignity, ensures physical comfort and pain management, and meets unique social, emotional, and spiritual needs. We also offer caregivers the support they need to care for their loved ones.
Our Services include:
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Expert, individualized care
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Prescription drugs and medical supplies
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Durable medical equipment
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On-call availability
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Medical oversight by a full-time, Board-Certified Hospice and Palliative Care physician.
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Access to services at our Hospice House
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Comprehensive Bereavement (grief and loss) services
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Pet therapy and pet visitation
WHY CHOOSE US
No other local hospice offers more comprehensive services than Hospice of the Golden Isles. We provide top-quality care with a range of options, expertise, support, and compassion. Our mission-driven approach ensures we prioritize the best care over profit.
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In addition to our award-winning hospice care and 24/7 on-call availability, Hospice of the Golden Isles is the only local hospice provider offering these specialized services:
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A full-time Chief Medical Officer who is Board-certified in both Hospice and Palliative Medicine and Internal Medicine. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Rish is the only physician in our service area with this level of expertise in Hospice and Palliative care.
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A free-standing Hospice House providing treatment for acute pain and symptoms, inpatient care, and respite care. We also offer residential services for patients who cannot or prefer not to live at home. As the first hospice in Georgia to operate a freestanding residential facility, we remain the only local hospice with such a facility.
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Community Bereavement services for residents dealing with grief and loss, available regardless of whether their loved one was served by our hospice.
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Non-Hospice Palliative Care to relieve symptoms and stress from serious illness, offered through a partnership with Southeast Georgia Health System.
