SouthernCare Hospice, located in Denton, Texas, is part of a larger network committed exclusively to providing compassionate hospice and palliative care services. Focused on enhancing the quality of life for individuals facing life-limiting illnesses, SouthernCare offers a holistic, patient-centered approach that addresses not only physical symptoms but also emotional, spiritual, and psychological needs. The care team?comprised of physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, aides, and trained volunteers?works collaboratively to ensure personalized comfort care is delivered with dignity and respect.

SouthernCare is known for its culturally sensitive care, adapting services to meet the diverse needs of patients and their families. With a strong emphasis on remaining at home or in the setting of choice, their hospice philosophy revolves around comfort rather than cure. The organization also provides bereavement support for families to help them through the grieving process. As part of the Gentiva Health Services family, SouthernCare brings national resources to local communities while maintaining a personalized touch.

Key Services:

– Pain and symptom management for terminal illnesses
– 24/7 on-call hospice support
– Emotional and spiritual counseling for patients and families
– Coordination of medical equipment and medications
– Individualized care planning by an interdisciplinary team
– Respite care for family and primary caregivers
– Ongoing grief and bereavement support
– Culturally sensitive care tailored to the needs of diverse communities