Five Commitments of Care

To provide the best service and the most comfort for patients and families, Hospice of the Southwest embraces the following Five Commitments to Care:

  1. Individualized Care Plans
    We assess the patient’s needs, establish goals and develop a customized, individualized Comfort & Care Plan in partnership with patient, family and physician.
  2. Medical Symptom Management Pathways Expertise
    We proactively manage pain symptoms for improved comfort, quality of life and dignity for the patient.
  3. Community Education & Awareness
    We creatively educate and promote the value of hospice utilization to physicians, health care organizations and family units.
  4. Continuity of Care
    We orchestrate clear, consistent communication between patients, families, physicians, medical care providers, and across our interdisciplinary team.
  5. Holistic Approach
    We manage the emotional, spiritual and social impact on our patients’ quality of life.