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Why Families Trust St. Croix Hospice
Choosing hospice isn’t about giving up, it’s about prioritizing comfort, dignity and quality of life. The benefits are greatest when hospice is provided early, surrounding patients, families and caregivers with a team of compassionate experts. We provide pain management, medical care and family support to enhance quality of life so you can focus on what matters most: spending time with those you love and living each day to the fullest.
Hospice care includes:
- A personalized care plan to meet each patient’s individual needs and wishes.
- An expert clinical team including physicians, nurses and hospice aides providing care wherever the patient calls home.
- Pain and symptom management for improved quality of life.
- Coverage for medication, supplies and equipment related to the terminal diagnosis.
The St. Croix Hospice Difference
Our commitment to exceptional care is backed by unique specialty care programs designed to improve the care of every patient and family we serve, as well as recognized certifications.
Certifications
Specialty Care Programs
BridgeCare™
The BridgeCare program™ provides a daily RN visit each day of the weekend for these new patients and schedules a Monday St. Croix Hospice RN Case Manager visit.
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Lighthouse End-of-Life Planning Program
Our Lighthouse End-of-Life Planning Program® offers complimentary resources, guidance and education in preparing you for the end-of-life journey.
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Navigate: Falls Prevention Program
Our Navigate: Falls Prevention Program® includes proactive fall risk assessment, support and education to reduce the risk of patient falls.
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North Star Dementia Program
Our teams are Dementia-Certified and trained to provide a safe environment with quality of life for hospice patients with Alzheimer’s and dementia-related disorders through expert care and coordinated treatment efforts.
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Voyage Vigil Program
When signs and symptoms indicate a patient is approaching their final days, our Voyage Vigil Program® increases our caregiver presence at the bedside when we are needed the most.
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Wound Care Specialty Program
St. Croix Hospice builds on our clinical team’s existing expertise with the Wound Care Specialty Program, which elevates wound care treatment with the addition of board-certified wound and ostomy clinicians.
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Heart Failure Program
In collaboration with the American Heart Association, St. Croix Hospice created a specialized Heart Failure Program tailored to meeting the unique needs of hospice patients with heart failure.
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Questions Families Often Ask
It’s common for patients, families and caregivers to have many questions as they consider their options. Below are a few frequently asked questions and answers to help you make an informed decision about hospice care.
- Can hospice care start right away? Yes, if your loved one qualifies, hospice care can often begin the same day of your referral.
- Do I need a doctor’s order to start hospice? No, anyone — including family, friends or caregivers — can make a hospice referral.
- Will my loved one’s primary care provider still be involved in their care? Yes. St. Croix Hospice will coordinate with your primary care provider to ensure continuity of care.
- What services does the hospice provide? Standard hospice care includes medical care, pain management, emotional and spiritual support, volunteer services, music and massage therapy, and any additional services, such as counseling or bereavement support. Some, like St. Croix Hospice, go above and beyond with additional programs to meet each patient’s specific needs.
- How does the hospice involve family members in care planning and decision-making? Clear communication and family involvement are essential to providing the best support for both patients and their caregivers.
For more information, read questions to ask when choosing a hospice.