Patient & Family Resources
Guides for the road ahead
Plain-language guides we share with the East Texas families we serve — what hospice is, what to expect, when to call, and how to care for your loved one and yourself. Read them anytime. When you have a question, a real nurse is one call away.
Welcome to Azalea →
What hospice is, what to expect, and how our team supports your family.
Your Care Team →
Who's who — nurse, aide, chaplain, social worker, and medical director.
Levels of Hospice Care →
Routine, continuous, inpatient, and respite care — and when each applies.
The Comfort Pack →
The emergency medications kept at home, and how they're used.
When to Call Us →
Which changes to call about — day or night, a real nurse answers.
The Last Months & Weeks →
Changes to expect, and how to bring comfort during this time.
The Last Days & Hours →
What the final days can look like, and how to be present.
After a Death →
The practical and gentle first steps when a loved one dies at home.
Caregiver Self-Care →
Caring for yourself while you care for someone you love.
Medication Safety →
Storing, giving, and safely disposing of medications at home.
Bereavement Support →
The grief support available to your family for 13 months.
Volunteer Services →
How trained volunteers can offer companionship and a hand.
Have a question? A nurse will answer.
Our line is answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — by a real nurse, never a machine.