Compassionate Support
during difficult times
At Grace Hospice, social work support is here to help patients and families navigate the emotional, practical, and planning-related parts of end-of-life care. Our social workers provide compassionate guidance, help connect families with resources, and offer support during difficult decisions and transitions.
Psychosocial support, including social work and chaplain support, is available 24/7.
Whether you need help talking through care decisions, accessing community resources, understanding next steps, or simply having someone to listen, our team is here for you.
How Our Social Workers Support Patients and Families
Grace Hospice social workers provide support that goes beyond medical care. They help patients and loved ones address emotional, social, and practical needs so families feel more supported and less alone.
Social work support may include:
- Emotional support for patients and family members
- Help navigating difficult conversations and care decisions
- Assistance with advance care planning
- Guidance for family dynamics and caregiving concerns
- Connection to community resources and support services
- Support with funeral planning and next-step preparation
- Coordination with chaplain and other members of the care team
When to Contact a Social Worker
You may want to reach out to our social work team when you or your loved one needs extra emotional support, help understanding care options, assistance with planning, or guidance through difficult family or life changes.
Common reasons to call social work may include:
- If you are moving or going on a trip
- Support with caregiving
- Caregiver support
- Community Resources
- Coordination of care needs
- If you are feeling overwhelmed as a caregiver
- Future planning and next steps
- Funeral and final arrangements
- Applying for assistance programs
- Assistance in completing Healthcare Directives
- Military leave needed
- Billing / pharmacy questions
- Primary physician changes
Helpful Planning Resources
We know that planning ahead can bring peace of mind. Our social work team can help guide you through important conversations and decisions, and we encourage families to explore these helpful resources:
Healthcare Directives & Planning Resources
If you have questions about these forms or resources, our social work team is here to help.
What They
say about us?
Hear from families who have experienced our compassionate care. Grace Hospice is honored to support each patient with dignity and respect.
Every single person we interacted with was fantastic. The kindest and most caring people you’ll ever know. Excellent communication as well.
Loved One
Maude and Susan were outstanding in their creative and loving care of our mom in her last weeks of her life. Thank you. Blessings 💞
Daughter
