Overview

Providence Anchorage Hospice is a nonprofit hospice care provider based in Anchorage, Alaska, and is part of the larger Providence Health & Services system. The program has served the Anchorage community since its Medicare certification in 2006, delivering high-quality, compassionate, end-of-life care to patients facing life-limiting illnesses. The hospice is known for its holistic, home-centered approach and support for patients and families during the final stages of life. Mission: Rooted in the mission of the Sisters of Providence, the hospice seeks to exemplify core values of compassion, dignity, justice, excellence, and integrity, ensuring that individuals receive respectful and personalized care during one of life’s most vulnerable moments. Services Provided: Providence Anchorage Hospice offers a full spectrum of Medicare-certified hospice services, which include: Routine Home Hospice Care – In-home support from an interdisciplinary team General Inpatient Hospice Care – For symptom management in a hospital or skilled nursing facility Continuous Care – Short-term intensive care during crises to avoid hospitalization Respite Care – Temporary care for patients to provide relief for caregivers 24/7 On-Call Nursing – Registered nurses are available around the clock Pain and Symptom Management – Including medications and medical supplies Emotional, Spiritual & Bereavement Support – Delivered by social workers, chaplains, and volunteers Medical Equipment & Supplies – Delivered to the patient’s home as needed Volunteer Companionship Services – To provide emotional and social support All services are coordinated by a skilled interdisciplinary team, which includes physicians, registered nurses, social workers, certified home health aides, chaplains, and trained volunteers. Accreditation and Certification: Certified by Medicare: March 15, 2006 Accredited by: Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) Quality of Care: Providence Anchorage Hospice consistently performs above the national average in patient satisfaction and clinical metrics such as: Addressing spiritual beliefs and values Managing pain and respiratory symptoms Supporting family caregivers before and after a patient’s death

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