We are a family owned and operated hospice which gives us the unique opportunity of providing care that is not bound by corporate policy.
Going above and beyond in our assessment of patient and family conditions, as well as sculpting and delivering tailor-made solutions to meet the individual needs of our patients is continually our commitment.
Our highly skilled medical team works hand-in-hand with our compassionate team of social workers and chaplains to provide care that encompasses all aspects of the patient and family dynamic. Because our team is a family, we can ensure that your immediate need always gets our immediate response.
High Desert Hospice was outstanding with my father’s care! During the most stressful time of my life, they were there to help. We lost my dad while on Hospice service, but my dad passed with dignity and respect. The staff here are very compassionate and truly care about my dad and our family needs. They go above and beyond their call of duty, making themselves available any time of any day. They have continued to lend a helping hand in grief as well. I am truly grateful for their support!
Hospice care is specialized care for patients with life-limiting illnesses, focusing on comfort and support for both the patient and their family. The term “hospice” originates from a place of rest for travelers in ancient times and was first used for end-of-life care in 1967 at St. Christopher’s Hospice in London.
Today, hospice care addresses the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of patients, offering care in homes, hospitals, nursing homes, and hospice facilities. Its goal is to ensure quality of life and dignity, rather than length of life, supporting both the patient and family through the dying process. High Desert Hospice involves families in decisions and offers bereavement counseling for up to 13 months. It’s suitable for those with frequent hospital visits or who no longer wish for aggressive treatments.
Learn more about Hospice Care and whether it’s right for your loved one.
Words cannot express how thankful we are to all of you for the kindness, care and love you showed to our parents. This has been a tough road and we are so thankful you were there to help us through it. You are an amazing group of people! Thank you for everything!
We assist veterans with applying for benefits that will pay for care for them or their loved ones, benefits they often do not realize that they have.
High Desert Hospice aspires to honor Veterans in every way possible. One of the ways we have chosen as a hospice to do that is to become a Hospice-Veteran Partner.
Hospice-Veteran Partnerships are coalitions of Department of Veterans Affairs facilities, community hospices, state hospice organizations and other entities who work together to ensure that excellent patient care is readily available for our nation’s veterans and their families.
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A High Desert Hospice Community Liaison will schedule a personal consultation with you and your family. Each patient undergoes an initial evaluation to assess prognosis and ensure their medical goals align with hospice services.
Hospice services can be requested by patients, family members, friends, physicians, or healthcare professionals. It's important to contact High Desert Hospice early, even if you're unsure if hospice is right for you or your loved one.
Once hospice services begin, a skilled team including physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists, certified nursing assistants, chaplains, equipment suppliers, pharmacies, and volunteers will provide tailored care for your loved one. This team meets bi-weekly to develop and implement a care plan that meets your family’s unique needs, all under the guidance of a physician.
If you have questions about an upcoming appointment with our team in Albuquerque, contact us at 505-585-2603.
