Selecting the right hospice care for a loved one is a big decision. This is the care that your loved one will get in the last months of their life, so you want them to be comfortable and happy. Before hiring a provider, have a conversation with them about their services to help you decide whether they are the right choice. Start your conversation with the questions below.

Questions to Ask When Considering Hospice Care

1. What Are Your Qualifications?

A professional hospice provider will have the qualifications to prove it. Ask how long they’ve been in business and whether they have references you can call. If the patient is a Medicare beneficiary, then you need to know that they are Medicare-certified. Ask whether they are licensed with the state or accredited. Accreditation isn’t necessary but does show that they meet a certain standard of care.

2. What Is Your Availability & Service?

Talk with them about what your loved one needs and how their needs might change in the future. The hospice you choose should be able to provide all the treatments the patient needs and address any unique concerns your family may have about care. They should be able to tell you whether you will always have the same hospice nurse and how many patients are assigned to each nurse.

3. How Do You Improve Quality of Life?

In addition to providing the care your loved one needs, an elderly care facility should take steps to improve quality of life. You want your loved one to be happy. The nurses should build a relationship with their patients and provide activities within their capabilities to fill their day.

BeeHive Homes of Columbia Falls serves Montana with top-notch compassionate hospice care in a beautiful home-like setting that has someone on staff 24 hours a day. They provide senior care at their assisted living facilities that are tailored to the unique needs of each patient. Their goal is to make each patient feel special and improve their quality of life. Learn more about them online and call (406) 261-2388 to talk with a staff member.