HOSPICE CARE | HOSPICE OF DUBUQUE
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.
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Location
1670 John F Kennedy Road, Dubuque, IA 52002
Voice
Fax
(563) 582-8089
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;
Application process
Call for more information
Required documents
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
Fee
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
Languages
English
Agency info
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.