Dover Hospice
Our hospice care services provide comfort, dignity, and support during challenging times. Let us be the guiding light when you need it the most.
Dover Hospice Phone Numbers
(314) 884-8817: St. Louis, MO
(618) 961-8331: Glen Carbon, IL
(815) 630-2279: Chicago, IL
A Different Kind of Care
Hospice care is compassionate, specialized care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for individuals facing a serious illness when treatment is no longer focused on a cure.
At Dover Health, hospice care is about meeting patients where they are physically, emotionally, and spiritually, while supporting families every step of the way.
Our hospice care team is comprised of nurses, aides, clinical social workers, chaplains, and volunteers. All of them work together to ease pain and symptoms, provide guidance and reassurance, and help patients live each day with comfort and dignity.
When Should Hospice Care Be Considered?
Hospice care may be appropriate when:
- A physician determines that a patient has a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness follows its expected course
- The patient chooses care focused on comfort rather than curative treatment
- Additional medical, emotional, and caregiver support would be beneficial
Hospice services can continue as long as the patient remains eligible, even beyond six months.
Choosing hospice care is not about giving up; rather, it is a choice to prioritize comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
Low Nurse-to-Patient Ratios with Access to 24/7 Clinical Care
Smaller caseloads enable our nurses to provide attentive, personalized care, with clinical support available day or night as needs arise.
Seamless Communication Between All Hospice Care Providers
Our care team stays closely connected to ensure timely updates, coordinated care, and clear communication across all providers.
Support for Patient and Family Throughout the End-of-Life Process
We provide guidance, emotional support, and practical resources to help patients and families feel supported every step of the way.
Whole-Person Care Centered on Quality of Life
Care is focused on comfort, dignity, and honoring each patient’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Continuity of Care from Palliative Care to Hospice Care
Familiar providers remain involved as care needs change, offering consistency, trust, and a smoother transition into hospice care.
Education and Guidance on Death and Dying
We offer compassionate education and open conversations to help patients and families understand what to expect and feel more prepared.
Bereavement & Grief Support
At Dover Health, our care does not end when a patient passes. We are committed to supporting families as they navigate grief and loss.
Our bereavement services are available to loved ones for up to 13 months following a patient’s death and may include:
- Ongoing grief support and check-ins
- Educational resources to help families understand the grieving process
- Emotional support through phone calls and mailed materials
- Referrals to additional community or counseling resources when needed
Grief is deeply personal. Our bereavement team provides compassionate support, guidance, and understanding, meeting families where they are.
Hospice care provides solace to individuals and their families facing serious illness by easing their stress, pain, and symptoms. We focus on enhancing quality of life when time is limited.
The most precious moments are the ones spent together. Many people associate hospice solely with end-of-life care, but it encompasses so much more. We help those facing life-limiting illnesses and their families, so they can cherish every moment available.
Being a primary caregiver can be a challenge, and when it comes to end-of-life care, the support of a team that has navigated hospice before is invaluable.
