Bereavement services are an integral part of the hospice program. The social worker and spiritual counselor are available to assist families during this emotionally difficult time. Following a hospice patient's death, hospice continues to provide bereavement support to grieving families.

These services are available for a period of 13 months following the patient's death. They include regular mailing to provide support and education regarding grief issues, a grief support group, phone contacts, and individual visits (as desired by the bereaved family) by the social worker or spiritual counselor.

For needs that exceed the scope of hospice bereavement services, referrals to other organizations, and professionals within the community are available. These services are also made available to anyone in the community in which hospice services are provided.