The Palliative and Supportive Care program at Mid Coast Hospital offers a range of services to relieve pain and suffering for individuals with a serious illness. If you have a family member who is critically or terminally ill, this program can help you identify resources that will be helpful as he or she nears the end of life. For more information, click on the link below.

Mid Coast's Palliative and Supportive Care Program

CHANS Hospice Care

Hospice care is a form of palliative care, offered to those in the last six months of life. In the Mid Coast community, hospice care is provided through our affiliate, CHANS Home Health Care. The CHANS team of healthcare professionals will work with you to develop a comprehensive, individualized care plan, including medications and medical equipment to help your terminally ill loved one remain at home. CHANS hospice services are generally covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and other health insurance. To learn more about CHANS’ hospice care, click on the link below.

http://www.midcoasthealth.com/chans/hospice/default.htm

Hospice Volunteers of Mid Coast Maine

Mid Coast Hospital also works with Hospice Volunteers in Mid Coast Maine. These trained volunteers provide companionship, respite, transportation and support to families coping with dying and grief. The organization’s Alyce Redman Resource Center houses a large collection of books, videos, and other texts related to end-of-life issues. For more information, click on the link below.

http://www.hospicevolunteers.org/index.html