CHAP 2001 and re-accredited 2004 and 2007.
In 2007, Old Colony Hospice received a commendation from CHAP on the Veteran Volunteer Program.
In 2004, the agency received a commendation from CHAP for ability to control pain and symptom management in a timely manner. Commendations are given by CHAP on a limited basis to agencies who are able to exceed CHAP standards by at least 20%.
Was founded in 1979 and has been serving patients and their families in southeastern Massachusetts for over 28 years.
Provided care to 800 patients and their families and loved ones last year.
Provides hospice care to patients in their own homes (or the homes of family).
Has contracts to provide hospice care within 20 area nursing homes.
Provides care for all end-stage diseases including cancer, heart disease, lung disease, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease, AIDS, kidney disease and other terminal illnesses.
Is covered under Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross, Harvard Pilgrim, Tufts and other HMOs, and private insurance.
Manages the needs of the patient and the needs of his/her family.
Provides nursing visits, social workers, home health aides, volunteers, spiritual care for end-of-life issues, and bereavement support to the family for the year following the death.
Pays for medications and equipment delivered directly to your home.
