CJNH observes Jewish traditions, while meeting the spiritual needs of all residents. Devoted caregivers deliver outstanding personal assistance and nursing care.
The staff of Shwartz Hospice cares as much about my emotional and spiritual well-being as they do my physical needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shwartz Hospice
What is hospice care?
- Hospice is a specialized program of care for an individual whose illness is no longer responding to aggressive curative treatment. Hospice care manages all the symptoms of the disease with special emphasis on controlling pain and discomfort. A team of compassionate caregivers help to reduce the physical, emotional and spiritual impact of the disease on the individual and his or her family and significant others.
How is the care offered by Shwartz Hospice paid for?
- Medicare and some private HMOs cover our services
- Individuals may also pay privately
Where must an individual be living to receive hospice care?
- Private residence
- Nursing home
- Assisted living facility
Who pays for medications, x-rays, lab work, and other services?
- We are responsible for services related to an individual’s terminal illness
- We are not responsible for services unrelated to an individual’s terminal illness
Where can I find more general information on hospice care?