Gentiva hospice

Gentiva is recognized for providing care wherever the patient calls home. Services: Hospice care, palliative care, and advanced illness management. Care Team: Interdisciplinary teams include nurses, aides, social workers, and spiritual counselors. Reach: They are a large, privately held company, often operating under brands like Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, and others. Specialty Programs: They offer "We Honor Veterans" programs and specialized, high-acuity care. Origins: Formed from the restructuring of Kindred at Home’s hospice and personal care divisions.

Hospice volunteers provide essential non-medical support to patients and families facing terminal illnesses, focusing on comfort, companionship, and respite. They offer companionship through conversation, reading, or music, provide breaks for caregivers, run errands, and assist with light household tasks or administrative office work.