Hospice Care

Trusted by Families for Over 100 Years 

The Elliot VNA Hospice provides compassionate, patient‑centered end‑of‑life care shaped by the wishes of the patient, their family, and their physician. We listen closely to each person’s needs, hopes, and challenges, and we respond with proactive, comprehensive, and deeply compassionate support.


Our goal is simple: to help you live as fully and comfortably as possible, with dignity, peace, and the support you deserve.


What Hospice Means for You


We provide exceptional care, comfort, and guidance for patients and families facing the end of life. Our team:

  • Helps manage pain and symptoms so you can focus on what matters most
  • Supports caregivers with education, confidence, and hands‑on guidance
  • Addresses physical, emotional, spiritual, and social needs
  • Walks with families through the final months and days of life—and through grief and healing afterward


Your Care Team


Hospice care is a collaborative partnership. Your primary physician continues to oversee your medical care, supported by our Hospice Medical Director. If you do not have a primary care provider, our Hospice Medical Director can assume this role.


Your care team may include:

  • Primary Nurse
  • Social Workers
  • Home Health Aides
  • Spiritual Counselors
  • Bereavement Counselors
  • Volunteers


Each team member gets to know you and your family, tailoring care to your unique needs.

                 

Contact Us: 603-622-3781

The Elliot VNA Earns 5-Star CMS Rating


The Elliot VNA was recognized by CMS for outstanding hospice care, receiving the highest possible rating in the Family Caregiver Survey.


The Elliot VNA Hospice Annual Appeal 2026

A life‑limiting illness didn’t stop John Thompson from getting outside, staying engaged, and savoring the world he loved. Thanks to the compassionate support of The Elliot VNA Hospice team, he and his family found comfort, clarity, and precious time together. Read how hospice helped John live the best “rest of his life.”

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Collaborative Care Program


This program supports patients living with serious or chronic illness, who need help managing pain and symptoms. Our team of experts work directly with a comprehensive list of providers, to improve comfort and ensure seamless coordination and guidance through every stage of care.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is it time to consider hospice? 

Knowing when to ask about hospice is sometimes difficult for patients, families and even physicians. When you or a loved one has a disease that cannot be cured, then the time is right to ask. Even if you do not need or qualify for hospice at this time, it is good to learn more about hospice and ask questions about what to expect from hospice services. It is best for family members to share their wishes long before it becomes a concern. This can greatly reduce stress when the time for hospice is needed. By having these discussions in advance, patients are not forced into uncomfortable situations. Instead, patients can make an educated decision that includes the advice and input of family members and loved ones.

Where does hospice care take place?

Hospice is provided in your home, wherever you live. We provide care in assisted living and nursing homes as well as private homes. We provide care in group homes, and in the homes of family and friends. Sometimes a patient’s hospice care needs can be better met in the hospital or hospice house. We work with you in assessing the best place for you/your loved one. Our team will assist in relocating a patient into a facility. For a small number of our patients, we provide care in the hospital.

How is hospice care paid for? 

We accept Medicare, Medicaid and most insurance plans. Coverage depends on your specific situation, call us to discuss it at 603-622-3781 . We also accept direct payment for patients who are not covered by insurance.

What is spiritual care?

Spiritual care creates a space that honors a person’s belief system about themselves, their living and dying, and their relationships with the Divine, their family, friends, community, and nature…all the things that have sustained them in earlier life. While everyone on the hospice team supports persons in their spiritual selves, Chaplains on the team are specially trained to assess for spiritual distress and spiritual coping. This assessment helps in providing care that speaks to the whole person and that helps build a framework of support and dignity for those who are dying, and that honors the wishes of those who are dying and their families. While spiritual care is not religious care, Chaplains are able to assist persons in connecting to their religious community for additional support that helps in coping with end of life.


If you would like more information about Spiritual Care, or to arrange for a visit, please contact the hospice program at The Elliot VNA Hospice 603-622-3781.