1626 E Day Rd, Mishawaka, Indiana
SouthernCare Hospice of South Bend is a Medicare-certified, ACHC-accredited hospice care provider located in Mishawaka, Indiana. Operating since 2003, it is part of the Gentiva Health Services network—one of the largest hospice and home health care organizations in the United States. The agency provides compassionate, multidisciplinary care to terminally ill patients and their families, emphasizing comfort, dignity, and emotional support during end-of-life care. Services include medical, emotional, spiritual, and volunteer support for patients across Mishawaka and surrounding counties. They are active in local community engagement through volunteer programs and bereavement support, and have a dedicated volunteer coordinator. SouthernCare Hospice operates with a mission to honor life with dignity and compassion. Their services typically include: Pain and Symptom Management: Focusing on alleviating discomfort and improving the patient's quality of life. Emotional and Spiritual Support: Offering counseling, companionship, and spiritual guidance to both patients and their loved ones. Assistance with Daily Living: Helping with personal care, medication management, and other daily needs. Family Support and Bereavement Services: Providing guidance and support to families during and after their loved one's passing. This often includes grief counseling and resources. Interdisciplinary Team Approach: Care is typically delivered by a team of professionals including nurses, doctors, social workers, spiritual counselors, and volunteers, all working together to meet the patient's holistic needs.