Frequently Asked Questions

Hospice care focuses on comfort and quality of life for individuals facing a terminal illness. Rather than curing the disease, hospice aims to manage symptoms, provide emotional and spiritual support, and help patients live each day with dignity and peace.

Hospice care is available for patients diagnosed with a life-limiting illness and a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined by their physician. Our team works closely with healthcare providers to assess eligibility and guide families through the process.

Faith Health Group offers hospice care wherever you call home, whether that’s your personal residence, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home. Our compassionate team comes to you, ensuring care is convenient, familiar, and comforting.

Our hospice services include:

• Skilled nursing and medical care
• Pain and symptom management
• Medication and equipment coordination
• Emotional and spiritual support
• Personal care and hygiene assistance
• Volunteer companionship
• 24/7 on-call support
• Bereavement and grief counseling for families

Hospice should be considered when curative treatments are no longer effective or desired, and the focus shifts to comfort and quality of life. Early hospice involvement often helps families better manage pain, stress, and emotional needs.

Our hospice team includes dedicated professionals:

• Doctors and Nurses: Oversee and manage medical needs
• Certified Home Health Aides: Assist with personal care
• Social Workers and Counselors: Offer emotional and practical support
• Spiritual Counselors and Chaplains: Provide faith-based comfort
• Volunteers: Offer companionship and assistance
• Bereavement Coordinators: Support families after loss

Not at all. Hospice care doesn’t mean giving up, it means choosing to focus on comfort, peace, and meaningful moments. Many families find that hospice allows them to cherish precious time together without the stress of aggressive treatments.

Yes. Hospice care is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and typically most private insurance plans. Our team will guide you through the coverage details and help manage all necessary paperwork.

Yes. You can continue working with your personal physician. Our hospice team will coordinate with them to ensure seamless, compassionate care tailored to your needs.

If a patient’s condition stabilizes or improves, they can be discharged from hospice care and re-enrolled later if needed. Our goal is always to provide the right care at the right time.

Starting hospice care is simple. You can reach out directly to our compassionate intake team, or your doctor can make a referral. We’ll schedule a visit, answer all your questions, and help you make the transition with ease.

Call us today: 973-244-2480
Visit: www.faithcareus.com

We continue to care for families even after loss. Our bereavement services include grief counseling, memorial support, and follow-up care to help you navigate this time with compassion and understanding.