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HOSPICE CARE | HOSPICE OF DUBUQUE

1670 John F Kennedy Road, Dubuque, IA 52002

Eligibility

Individual must have end-stage illness and reside in Hospice of Dubuque's service area, also, a caregiving system must be in place or arranged when the patient is no longer safe to be alone

Required documents

Physician order

Hours

Mon 8:30 am - 5 pm Tue 8:30 am - 5 pm Wed 8:30 am - 5 pm Thu 8:30 am - 5 pm Fri 8:30 am - 5 pm

Languages

English

Application process

Call for more information

Fees

Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurances, offers a sliding scale fee for those who are uninsured, no one is denied services because of inability to pay

Service area

Grant County, Wisconsin
Jo Daviess County, Illinois
Dubuque County, Iowa
Jackson County, Iowa
Lafayette County, Wisconsin
Jones County, Iowa
Clayton County, Iowa
Delaware County, Iowa

Description

Provides physical, emotional and spiritual care for seriously-ill individuals, their families, and their caregivers. Also offer emotional and spiritual support to the patient and their loved ones. Individualized, person-centered care is provided by an interdisciplinary team that consists of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, counselors, therapists, and certified nursing assistants. On-call nurses are available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to answer questions, address needs or concerns, and make home visits. To further support patients and families, Hospice volunteers are available for periodic caregiver respite and companionship. Hospice of Dubuque ensures that patients receive the necessary and appropriate medications, equipment, supplies, and interventions.

Date of Last Formal Update

08/22/2024

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Providing organization

HOSPICE OF DUBUQUE

Provides hospice services, as well as a palliative care program, bereavement services, and education on topics related to end-of-life issues.