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Hospice: Dispelling the Myths

 Hospice is not a place, it’s a service that can be
delivered in the patient’s home or wherever best
suited to meet the patient’s needs. It reduces the
chance of ER visit or re-hospitalization.

 There is no time limit as long as a doctor recertifies
the patient periodically

 Patients can keep their regular doctor, or have the
hospice physician manage their care

 Life expectancy is sometimes better for patients who
enroll in hospice

Hospice

• VNSNY is committed to providing hospice care in
whichever setting best suits the patient's needs,
whether it be in their home, a nursing home or an
inpatient setting

• 24/7 accessibility and opportunity for communication:

− Dedicated caregiver helpline provides one-on-one
crisis nursing care
− On-call nurses are available 24/7

− VNSNY's Hospice Referral Center is available
24/7, ensuring referrals and inquires can be taken
at any time: 212 609 1900

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