When someone you love is nearing the end of their life, it's hard to know what to do or even where to start. This is where our care begins. We are a family-owned business and we treat our patients and employees as if they were our own family. Our specially trained healthcare professionals provide the physical, spiritual, and emotional support patients and their families need to make the most of every moment

A team you can rely on

Our Services

Physicians and Nurse Practitoiners

Our physicians and nurse practitioners work to create a holistic plan of care that takes into account each individual’s unique needs and determines the most effective medication regimen to maximize comfort and quality of life. Our lead physician and medical director reviews all patients every two weeks to ensure the plan of care, medications, and medical interventions remain effective and appropriate.

Registered Nurses

The registered nurse case manager is the primary point of contact and clinical support for patients and families. Closely assessing and listening to needs and desires at each visit, the registered nurse reports any changes to the medical director and works collectively with all team members to provide optimal care. 

Hospice Aides

Our hospice aides provide a wide variety of assistance for patients who require extra help with their activities of daily living. Services include bathing, toileting, skin care, hair care, oral care, dressing, linen changes, and incontinence. They have specialized training in performing these services while maximizing dignity and privacy. 

Social Workers

The social worker is available for a wide range of social services such as emotional support, guidance on potential assistance programs, coordination of placement into group homes or facilities, elaboration on the respite benefit for caregivers, and any other social service needs.

Spiritual Coordinators

The spiritual coordinators are available to support any spiritual needs while accommodating all religious preferences. Chaplains can support non-religious or non-spiritual individuals as well in any manner that helps achieve emotional well-being.

Volunteers

Volunteers can be scheduled for regular visits or on an as-needed basis to provide companionship and allow caregivers to take a reprieve from the demands of daily care. RD Hospice volunteers provide companionship, music, and pet therapy to our patients.

Additional Covered Items

  • Medications

    Hospice covers all medications related to the patient's admission diagnosis. Your medications are shipped to your residence on the same day via our mobile pharmacy

  • Durable Medical Equipment

    Hospice supplies all necessary durable medical equipment including but not limited to oxygen, wheelchairs, and hospital beds

  • Nutritional Supplements

    Although most hospices don't cover nutritional supplements, RD Hospice provides Ensure®, Boost®, or other nutritional supplements to all patients who request them

  • Incontinence Supplies

    Hospice covers personal care items including incontinence supplies such as briefs, wipes, pads, gloves, shampoo, lotion, etc.

Who Qualifies for In-Home Hospice?

Hospice care is designed for patients who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness or life-limiting condition. Patients have no out-of-pocket expenses as hospice care is covered under Medicare. Patients who may qualify for hospice care include those with:

  • Cancer in advanced stages

  • Heart disease in advanced stages

  • Lung disease in advanced stages

  • Alzheimer’s disease

  • Dementia

  • Parkinson’s disease

  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)

  • Kidney disease in advanced stages

  • Liver disease in advanced stages

  • Protein calorie malnutrition (Significant and sustained weight loss)

Other conditions may qualify, reach out for an evaluation today. To qualify for hospice care, patients must no longer be seeking curative treatment and must choose comfort care as the primary goal of care.

We strive to admit qualified patients within three hours of receiving a physician's referral. For those who qualify, hospice care and supplies are covered by Medicare and other private insurance plans.

Interested in care for yourself or a loved one?

Call us today at (623) 688-0011 and an admission team member will meet with you and your loved one to determine the eligibility for hospice care.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • In-home hospice care typically includes a range of services, such as pain management, symptom control, emotional support, spiritual care, counseling, and assistance with activities of daily living. It also includes support for family caregivers and bereavement care after the patient’s passing.

  • The duration of in-home hospice care varies depending on the needs of the patient and their family. Hospice care can continue for as long as the patient meets the criteria for hospice eligibility, which means being diagnosed with a terminal illness or life-limiting condition. The amount of time a patient receives hospice care is entirely based on their needs and the will of the patient and their family.

  • Hospice care is 100% covered under Medicare Part A, therefore patients have no additional out-of-pocket expenses to worry about.

  • Yes! While our team of healthcare professionals provides primary medical care related to the terminal illness, we work collaboratively with the patient’s regular physician to ensure continuity of care. Our team communicates and coordinates with the patient’s existing healthcare providers to ensure that all aspects of the patient’s health are addressed effectively.

  • Absolutely, patients have the right to change their mind about hospice care at any time. If a patient’s condition improves or if they decide to pursue curative treatment, they can discontinue hospice care. Likewise, if a patient initially declines hospice care but later decides to opt for it, they can start receiving hospice services. Our team is always ready to work with patients and their families to understand their choices and make the most appropriate decisions for their care.

  • In-home hospice care is focused on providing compassionate care to patients with a terminal illness in the comfort of their own home. It includes a team of healthcare professionals who work together to manage symptoms, provide emotional support, and enhance the quality of life for patients.

  • Our in-home hospice care team provides 24/7 support, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Our healthcare professionals are available around the clock to address any concerns or provide care when needed, ensuring that patients and their families have access to continuous support and care.

  • Certainly! In-home hospice care encourages and promotes family involvement and support. Visitors and family members are always welcome, and our team works with patients and families to ensure that their preferences and needs for visitation are respected and accommodated.

  • Hospice care is available in various settings to accommodate the unique needs and preferences of individuals seeking end-of-life care. These settings include private residences, assisted living facilities, group homes, independent living facilities, memory care facilities, and more. 

"Hospice provides support and care for people in the last phases of an incurable disease so that they may live as fully and as comfortably as possible."

A message from the founder

My name is David Lup, and I am a Family Nurse Practitioner and Doctor of Nursing Practice. After working for almost a decade in the hospice field and focusing the efforts of my doctoral thesis on improving hospice care, I decided to start R|D Hospice in December of 2022. My team and I have done this to have the freedom to do what is right for our patients without having to navigate the corporate bureaucracy.

           At R|D Hospice, we pride ourselves on being A Team you can rely on. This means that excellent patient care comes first. Because we are clinician-owned and operated, we focus on improving the health of our patients as much as possible. We achieve this by providing them with truly individualized care. We deliberately keep our patient-to-nurse ratio at the lowest level in the industry. While other hospice companies have nurses caring for up to 20 patients at a time, our average patient-to-nurse ratio is 10 patients per 1 nurse.

We don’t cut costs when it comes to providing our patients and care partners with the supplies they need. Some practical examples of this are covering almost all our patient’s medications and providing nutritional supplements like Ensure® to all our patients that request them, regardless of admission diagnosis. We don’t use inexpensive supplies like vinyl gloves, or low-quality briefs, instead, we use nitrile gloves and superior incontinence and wound care supplies.

Our greatest asset is the reputation we are developing in the Valley. Although we are a newer company, our Google reviews reflect the fact that we deliver on our promises. Give us a call today for all your hospice needs and I guarantee you that you will see the difference in working with A team you can rely on.

Interested in care for yourself or a loved one?

Call us today at (623) 688-0011 and an admission team member will meet with you and your loved one to determine the eligibility for hospice care.