Helping Hands is dedicated to providing quality Hospice Care for you and your loved ones, wherever you reside in Mercer County. At Helping Hands, we aim to maximize your quality of life by enhancing your emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. We hope to ensure a patient and family-centered end-of-life experience. We offer guidance and support from the area’s best Doctors, Nurses, Therapists, Social Workers, Spiritual Counselors, and Bereavement Counselors. Our highly trained Hospice Team lives and works in this community, and we are dedicated and honored to serve our neighbors. ACHC accredits our Hospice Care Division.
Hospice Care is a service that focuses on the care, comfort, and quality of life of a person with a serious illness or disease who is approaching the end of life.
Our Hospice Care focuses not only on the physical, but also the emotional and spiritual well-being of our patient and their family members. We help our patients and their family members make the most of their remaining time together. We do this by providing compassionate, comprehensive care that focuses on our patient’s comfort and quality of life.
Learn More About Our Team
Hospice Care Details
Our compassionate hospice team consists of skilled doctors, nurses, social workers, therapists, and spiritual counselors. They are joined by a group of dedicated volunteers who offer additional support based on the patient's hobbies, interests, and personal preferences. We understand that personalized care is essential for comfort and peace of mind, and we have the expertise and compassion to ensure that you and your loved ones receive the care you deserve.
We are here for you 24/7. Our hospice team provides medical and emotional support, answers your questions, and offers guidance. You are never alone when you are part of our team.
We'll help care for you in your home - whether it's a house, independent living facility, or assisted living facility. We're passionate about delivering hospice care with comfort and respect wherever you may reside.
Our hospice care services are covered by both Medicaid and Medicare, ensuring patients don't have to worry about out-of-pocket expenses.
Our Hospice Team is Comprised of Dedicated and Compassionate People
Hospice Medical Director
Our Medical Director offers guidance and direction to our team, working closely with your current healthcare providers to provide a smooth and supportive experience.
Registered Nurses
We have a skilled Nursing Team of Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN). A dedicated, skilled nurse will coordinate all of your medical care and supportive needs. Our nurses will provide ongoing support and education to the hospice patients’ caregiver(s).
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)
Our Certified Nursing Assistants are dedicated to providing exceptional personal care for our patients. Working under the supervision of our nursing team, they are carefully assigned tasks based on each patient's unique needs.
Medical Social Worker
Social Workers are available to discuss the emotional challenges of serious illness and help in providing ongoing support and education.
Volunteers
Our compassionate team of volunteers is dedicated to providing diverse services to our patients and their loved ones. They are carefully selected, trained, and closely supervised to ensure the best care. We take great pride in our volunteers and their commitment to positively impacting the community.
Spiritual Care Chaplains
Our Chaplains provide care, regardless of your denomination. They can help talk you through issues regarding fear, loss, forgiveness, and anger or answer spiritual questions. They can also help in coordinating additional, specific spiritual support if desired.
Bereavement Counselor
We offer a range of bereavement services to help families and caregivers cope with a loss, such as support groups, one-on-one visits, letter mailings, and phone calls. These services are available for 13 months following the loss of a loved one.
Music Therapist
Our Music Therapist clinically uses music to accomplish individualized goals such as reducing stress and improving mood and self-expression.
Certified Wound Specialist
Our Wound Specialist works with our local wound care centers to ensure optimum healing for our patients in the comfort of their own homes.
Cities We Serve in Mercer County
Want more information? Contact us today!
Services are provided, referrals are made, and employment actions are made without regard to race, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, color, national origin, culture practices and beliefs, ancestry, religious creed, economic status, disability (mental or physical), marital status or age.