Overview

Notre Dame Hospice is a Catholic, nonprofit, Medicare-certified hospice provider that offers holistic end-of-life care to adult and pediatric patients across New Orleans, Greater Baton Rouge, and surrounding areas. Founded in 1988, it operates as part of the Archdiocese of New Orleans’ Health System, delivering compassionate support based on the values of human dignity, faith, and respect—regardless of religious background. 🌟 Mission Notre Dame Hospice is deeply committed to providing compassionate care, comfort, and dignity for individuals facing life-limiting illnesses. Their mission, rooted in Catholic values, embraces patients of all faiths and aims to honor life at every stage, from birth to natural death. “We accompany patients and their families with physical, emotional, and spiritual support throughout the end-of-life journey.” 🧑‍⚕️ Services Provided Notre Dame Hospice offers a full spectrum of hospice services, including: 24/7 On-call Nursing and Crisis Support Pain and Symptom Management Home Visits by Nurses and Health Aides Medical Equipment & Medication Delivery Spiritual Support and Chaplain Visits Bereavement Counseling (for up to 13 months post-death) Social Work Support for Patients and Families Volunteer Companionship and Respite Care Pediatric Hospice Services Integrative Therapies such as Music and Massage Therapy Care is delivered in the patient’s home, nursing facilities, or assisted living centers, always with a personalized care plan that respects the wishes and cultural values of each individual. 👨‍👩‍👧 Interdisciplinary Team Includes: Board-certified hospice Physicians Skilled Registered Nurses Home Health Aides Licensed Social Workers Certified Chaplains and spiritual counselors Grief and Bereavement Counselors Volunteers trained in companionship and support

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