Plumas Community Hospice

•  A subsidiary of Plumas District Hospital

 What is Hospice?

• Plumas Community Hospice is a volunteer organization that supports patients who are facing the end of life and also helps their families as they cope with their pending loss.

 SERVICES

• All- volunteer Board Of Directors includes a physician, registered nurse, trained volunteers and spiritual leaders.

• Hospice works with Home Health toward the goal of having the patient remain at home whenever possible with the emphasis on pain management and comfort measures.

• Caregiver education, bereavement workshops and support groups.

• Respite care: support and practical assistance from trained volunteers.

• Some medical supplies & equipment.

 Who is Eligible For Hospice?

• Any patient who has been diagnosed with a terminal illness.

• A patient whose primary physician approves and works with the Hospice team.

• A patient and family who choose comfort (palliative care) rather than aggressive curative treatment

• We serve patients both in home & hospital settings

 Hospice Goals

• To enhance quality of life

• To preserve personal dignity

• To honor patient directed care

 There is no fee for our Hospice Services   

We are NOT a Medi-care certified hospice    

            Plumas Community Hospice Serves the following areas:

• Quincy

• Greenhorn Ranch

• Meadow Valley

• Bucks Lake

• Indian Valley

• Crescent Mills

• Feather River Canyon