vista care hospice

leslie :-D · Feb 4, 2005

the only thing i know about them is that they have a chain of them across the country. there's 5-6 alone in massachusetts.

leslie

renerian, BSN, RN · Feb 4, 2005

I was hoping someone had worked there or even better got service from them. I am hearing a huge swing to the left and right on the company.

I am thinking of bringing my aunt here to live and need to make a referral to the right company. She is terminal.

Either really good or really bad,

renerian

renerian, BSN, RN · Feb 4, 2005

Thank you those who either PMd me or emailed me.

renerian

leslie :-D · Feb 4, 2005

i'm really sorry to hear about your aunt.

it is going to be a hit or miss...

just as there are hospitals w/wonderful reputations, there is always some staff that make the pt think "this is a wonderful hospital?".

i think a consult w/them would be in order before you commit to their services. that way you could tell them your expectations and get all questions answered.

sometimes you're better off with the smaller, unknowns where service is more personal and customized.

with peace,

leslie

renerian, BSN, RN · Feb 4, 2005

Thanks Leslie for your kind words. I am going to meet with a few.

renerian

webblarsk · Feb 5, 2005

Good luck in finding the right hospice. I am sorry to here about your Aunt.

renerian, BSN, RN · Feb 5, 2005

Thanks sarah.

renerian

jerseyRN · Feb 6, 2005

Do you mean Vitas? I never heard of Vista Care.

renerian, BSN, RN · Feb 7, 2005

webblarsk thanks for your kind words.

Jersey,vista care is a large hospice provider. Vitas is another.

renerian

jerseyRN · Feb 7, 2005

Thanks for the info...

p.s. Your knowledge and experience will help your aunt get the best care no matter which hospice you choose. Nothing in health care helps a patient as much as having a good advocate!