A long time client called to ask if I could recommend a hospice provider. I was shocked to hear his "news" and also floored because this is the first time someone has asked this question.
Client is single and does not have any children or relatives who live nearby and few close friends. He is really a nice guy, and always complimented me on my newsletter and other things I do to keep clients in the loop. But he does not socialize much, hence the lack of friends.
All I have come up with is searching for home health and hospice providers that participate in Medicare. Home health does not show star ratings but hospice providers do. He also asked for someone who can handle end of life planning advice and help. I found some resources including elder care attorneys.
This was a very awkward conversation, at least on my end.
This AM I emailed one more suggestion . . . ask his oncologist for a recommendation. He wants in home hospice, not in a residential facility.
Are there any other suggestions or resources I have missed?
Client is single and does not have any children or relatives who live nearby and few close friends. He is really a nice guy, and always complimented me on my newsletter and other things I do to keep clients in the loop. But he does not socialize much, hence the lack of friends.
All I have come up with is searching for home health and hospice providers that participate in Medicare. Home health does not show star ratings but hospice providers do. He also asked for someone who can handle end of life planning advice and help. I found some resources including elder care attorneys.
This was a very awkward conversation, at least on my end.
This AM I emailed one more suggestion . . . ask his oncologist for a recommendation. He wants in home hospice, not in a residential facility.
Are there any other suggestions or resources I have missed?