Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care is a compassionate provider dedicated to delivering expert end-of-life care in the Independence, Missouri area. With a focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life, Crossroads supports patients facing advanced illness through personalized care plans tailored to meet their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. The organization offers both hospice and palliative services, ensuring seamless support whether care is needed at home, in assisted living facilities, or in nursing homes.

What sets Crossroads apart is its unique ?Evenmore Care? philosophy, which includes more frequent patient visits compared to national averages and a higher level of patient and family involvement. Their team is composed of experienced physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, aides, and volunteers who work collaboratively to manage symptoms, guide patients and families, and provide emotional and bereavement support.

Crossroads is also known for its ?Gift of a Day? program, which allows patients to experience a meaningful day centered around their passions or dreams. Additionally, the organization maintains a strong commitment to community education and caregiver support. Crossroads partners with local healthcare organizations and offers resources to help families navigate the complexities of serious illness and end-of-life care.

Key Services:

– 24/7 hospice care and symptom management
– In-home and facility-based palliative care
– Emotional, spiritual, and grief support for patients and families
– Specialized care for dementia, veterans, and other unique populations
– ?Gift of a Day? program to enhance patient experience
– Frequent, personalized visits by care team members
– Bereavement services for up to 13 months following loss
– Coordination with primary providers and healthcare partners