Hospice of Montgomery was the first Hospice in Alabama—in fact, we were among the first in the nation. We are the only independent non-profit 501(c)(3) hospice serving Montgomery, Autauga, Bullock, Butler, Chilton, Crenshaw, Elmore, Lowndes, Macon, and Tallapoosa counties. Founded in 1976 as an all-volunteer agency with funding support from The United Way, we have an unmatched knowledge and understanding of the River Region community and the local support services available to assist you. For over four decades, we’ve remained focused on our mission to provide truly uplifting care for thousands of local families, while preparing our staff and developing the cutting-edge capabilities required to meet today’s complex healthcare needs and challenges. Hospice of Montgomery is proud to be an agency of the River Region United Way.
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Families can count on us to handle a wide range of services and details during these difficult situations. Services available for the palliation and management of the patient’s terminal illness as appropriate under Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance benefits.
Hospice of Montgomery offers Pharmacy Services as a liaison between patients and their physicians. Throughout the River Region, Hospice of Montgomery works with many different pharmacies.
The Medical Social Worker enhances Hospice of Montgomery’s services by providing direct patient and family assistance and support in coping with the difficult Psychosocial issues that arise as the patient and family face a terminal illness.
After the patient’s passing, Hospice of Montgomery provides services to help loved ones cope with their loss. A licensed professional counselor directs a comprehensive 13 month bereavement program. The bereavement program is a voluntary one offered to those who want this type of support. The bereavement program offers the following services:
Also available to our community:
Hospice of Montgomery offers Patient and Family Education upon admission and throughout the care of each patient.
A Patient and Family Information booklet will be given to the family upon the patient’s admission. The RN or Social Worker will review the information within the booklet such as:
Our services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and we will respond promptly to your needs. We are committed to serving the people of Montgomery, Autauga, Bullock, Butler, Chilton, Crenshaw, Elmore, Lowndes, Macon, and Tallapoosa counties.
When curative treatment is no longer effective or appropriate, Hospice of Montgomery focuses on providing the best quality of life possible.
You can continue as the patient’s primary physician, or your patient can be closely followed by our Medical Director, and you will be updated on your patient’s progress throughout the hospice experience. When making a referral, be sure to mention Hospice of Montgomery by name. Coverage of hospice care depends upon a physician’s certification that a patient’s life expectancy is six months or less if the illness runs its normal course. Recognizing that determination of life expectancy during the course of a terminal illness is difficult, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has published medical criteria, which addresses several of the concerns that many physicians have had regarding the Hospice Medicare Benefit.
At any time during a life-threatening illness, and preferably before the stress of a crisis, it is appropriate to discuss all of a patient’s healthcare options, including hospice. Many physicians are hesitant to talk to their patients about hospice for fear of destroying their hope; however, many patients and families are relieved to have their physician initiate the conversation so that they can maximize their quality of life.
Physicians can call 334-279-6677 to make a referral or complete the online patient referral form.
You can also find the PDF form here. Please fax to 334-277-2223.
The proceeds of fund raising activities enable Hospice of Montgomery to continue its tradition of providing professional, compassionate and quality services to terminally ill patients and their families in the River Region.
These proceeds also help ensure that funds will be available to provide care and services to all eligible patients, regardless of their ability to pay.
Membership requires little on the part of the member, but it means so much to Hospice. Essentially the member is lending his/her name and financial support to Hospice. Hospice of Montgomery is strengthened with each new supporter who joins us.
Benefits of membership
Contributions, including stock, are received from individuals, local businesses, and community and civic groups and organizations.
Contributions are received in memory and in honor of loved ones. All memorials and honorariums received are acknowledged by Hospice of Montgomery with cards.
Make a donation to Hospice of Montgomery in lieu of gifts at Christmas, Easter, Birthdays, and other special events and/or occasions.
Hospice of Montgomery receives funds from United Way. Individuals may designate Hospice of Montgomery as the recipient of their United Way donation. Agency #23
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For 40 years, Hospice of Montgomery has provided medical care for the terminally ill, bereavement and grief counseling for families, as well as caregiver relief. Your support will help defray the cost of patient and family care not covered by Medicare, Medicaid and/or private insurance companies.
For questions, contact Christy Cronier, Resource Development Director, at 334-399-2137 or christy.cronier@jackson.org.
If you are interested in joining our team of caring and compassionate professionals, consider employment or volunteering with Hospice of Montgomery.
To view open job postings, visit www.jackson.org/careers.
The concept of hospice is based on the utilization of volunteers. Hospice of Montgomery was formed by a dedicated group of volunteers and we continue to depend on volunteers as an integral part of the Hospice of Montgomery Team.
Hospice of Montgomery volunteer services are designed to play a vital role in enhancing the quality of care delivered to the patient and family by encouraging community participation in the overall hospice program. Trained volunteers provide assistance with program administration as well as friendship and support to patients and families.
Volunteers are offered monthly get-to-gathers, dinners, field trips, and group projects throughout the year which provide an opportunity for our Volunteer Team to share their hospice experiences with each other!
Experience is not required! Volunteer training programs are provided for those who are interested in becoming a Hospice Volunteer. Apply here or call the Hospice office at 334-279-6677 for more information about volunteer opportunities and training.
