Hospice Care Options

09/09/2026

Some patients can't always tell us when they're hurting. But that doesn't mean the signs aren't there.

Tonya Bush, RN at our Douglas office, shares what families should watch for: facial grimacing, restlessness, increased agitation, refusing to eat, or saying "I can't get comfortable."

Knowing these signs means faster relief for your loved one. And our team is always available to help. Learn more about pain management in hospice care and what Tonya had to say here: [link to article once approved].

Call our care team any time at (800) 563-8680 or visit hcoga.com to learn more.

09/08/2026

Before joining Hospice Care Options, Kristal Spires never imagined a career in hospice care. Today, she wouldn't trade it for anything.

"I'm blessed to get to come in and meet the families and patients and just being a part of the end of their life, to me, is a blessing," Kristal says.

As our Volunteer Coordinator in Douglas, Kristal helps connect patients with the volunteers who sit with them, read to them, call to check in, and simply remind them they are not alone.

Learn more about what Kristal had to say about working in hospice care and the power of volunteering with us: https://hcoga.com/blog/the-power-of-presence/

Interested in volunteering? https://hcoga.com/contact/volunteer/

09/04/2026

When Tonya Bush, RN, talks about pain management in hospice, she's careful to explain something many families don't expect.

"We try to help families understand that it's not always physical pain, it can also be emotional or spiritual," Tonya shares. "We just want to keep the patient as comfortable as possible to allow for more meaningful moments with the family."

At Hospice Care Options, our team manages every kind of pain, so your loved one can truly rest. Read more from Tonya about our approach to pain management: https://hcoga.com/blog/understanding-pain-management-in-hospice-care/

09/03/2026

September is Pain Awareness Month, and it's a reminder that uncontrolled pain is not something people in hospice care have to simply accept.

At Hospice Care Options, pain management is one of our most important priorities. Our nurses and physicians work closely with each patient to keep them as comfortable as possible throughout every stage of care.

If you have questions about how hospice addresses pain, we'd love to talk. Call (800) 563-8680 or visit hcoga.com.

09/03/2026

09/02/2026

One of the first things families ask us is: "Can we afford this?"

The answer almost always surprises them. Hospice care is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans, which means most families pay little to nothing out of pocket.

Our free webinar, "What Is the Cost of Hospice?" walks you through exactly what's covered and how our team handles the paperwork so you don't have to.

Watch free at https://hcoga.com/resources/webinars/.

08/31/2026

Hospice and palliative care both focus on comfort, but they serve different purposes at different stages of illness.

Our free guide breaks down the key differences in plain, clear language, so you can have a more informed conversation with your loved one's care team. Download it for free here: https://hcoga.com/services/palliative-care/

08/28/2026

There is no right way to grieve.

Some people feel grief as silence. Others feel it as anger. Many feel it as waves that come without warning, months or even years later.

Hospice Care Options provides bereavement support to surviving family members for 13 months following a loved one's passing because we know that loss doesn't end at the funeral.

If you need support, we're here. Visit hcoga.com or call (800) 563-8680.

08/27/2026

Not sure how hospice and palliative care differ? You're not alone, it's one of the most common questions families ask. Our own Dr. Abigail Miller breaks it down in a way that's clear, compassionate, and helpful for anyone navigating these decisions for a loved one.

Read the full article here: https://hcoga.com/blog/hospice-care-vs-palliative-care/

08/05/2026

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