Guidance for Families
Hospice Resources & Family Guides
Clear answers. Helpful guidance. Support when your family needs it most.
Hospice can come with a lot of questions. When is it time? Who qualifies? What does hospice provide? What will Medicare cover? What happens if we call?
Stonewood Hospice created this resource center to make those questions a little easier to answer. Explore helpful articles, family guides and practical information designed to help you understand your options and make informed decisions for someone you love.
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Not Sure Where to Begin?
If you're wondering whether hospice may be appropriate for someone you love, these resources are a good place to start.
When Is It Time for Hospice?
Recognize common signs that a serious illness may be progressing and learn when it may be time to start asking questions about hospice care.
Read the Guide
Who Qualifies for Hospice?
Understand hospice eligibility, the Medicare six-month guideline and the health changes that may indicate it's time to request an evaluation.
Learn About EligibilityIs It Time for Hospice? A Family Guide & Checklist
Download Stonewood's free family guide to help recognize common changes, organize your questions and prepare for a conversation about hospice.
Download the Free GuideUnderstanding Hospice
Answers to Common Hospice Questions
Learning about hospice before a crisis can help families understand their choices and feel more prepared for what comes next.
Who Qualifies for Hospice?
Learn how hospice eligibility is determined and what signs may indicate that an evaluation is appropriate.
Read articleWhen Is It Time for Hospice?
Learn about common changes families may notice as a serious illness progresses.
Read articleUnderstanding the Four Levels of Hospice Care
Learn how Routine Home Care, Continuous Home Care, General Inpatient Care and Respite Care support different patient needs.
Read articleWhat Does Hospice Cost?
A clear explanation of Medicare hospice coverage, Medicaid, private insurance and what limited costs may still apply.
Read articleHospice vs. Palliative Care
Understand how hospice and palliative care differ and what questions to ask when exploring support for someone you love.
Read articleComing Soon
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Hospice Myths & Facts
Clear up some of the most common misconceptions families have about hospice care.
Coming Soon
A Caregiver's Guide to Hospice
Practical information for family caregivers about what hospice provides, what to expect and where to turn for help.
Free Family Resource
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Is It Time for Hospice? A Family Guide & Checklist
Sometimes it's easier to look through the questions privately, talk with family and gather your thoughts before making a call.
Stonewood's free Family Guide & Checklist can help you recognize common signs of decline, organize important information and prepare questions for your family or healthcare team.
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Hospice Resources for Southeast Texas Families
Stonewood Hospice serves patients and families throughout Southeast Texas, including Orange, Beaumont, Port Arthur, Nederland, Groves, Port Neches, Bridge City, Vidor, West Orange and surrounding communities.
Whether you're researching hospice for the future or need support now, our team is available to answer questions 24 hours a day.
You Don't Have to Figure This Out Alone
Have a Question About Hospice?
You don't have to know whether someone qualifies before calling Stonewood.
If you're seeing changes in someone you love, have questions about hospice or simply aren't sure what to do next, our team is here to listen.
A conversation does not obligate your family to choose hospice care. Available 24/7.