Southern Grace Hospice

05/28/2026

Let Southern Grace Hospice come feed your residents and hearts! Kristin Forester has been spoiling her facilities!

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

Kristin Forester hosted a beautiful Mother’s Day tea at Iris memory care. What an important day to celebrate.

05/09/2026

We rarely take a moment to truly appreciate the selfless life of a hospice nurse. Imagine being the compassionate presence holding the hand of a patient’s loved one, watching as they take their last breath, surrounded by the ❤️family they have grown to love. The weight of their silent grief is immense. Yet, they love with abandon! They navigate anxious, emotional, frustrated, scared, and sometimes angry conversations with empathy and poise, acknowledging the depth of feeling in those they support. They skillfully manage chaos, ensuring the focus remains on the love and support of the family and care team. They humbly step into the background, allowing the love and care of others to take center stage. They wait until they are alone in their cars to release their emotions, to cry, to grieve, to pray. Southern Grace Hospice is deeply blessed to have exceptional nurses who are the heartbeat of their organization, providing loving care with dedication and passion. During Nurses Week, take a moment to express heartfelt gratitude and offer prayers of strength for the nurses in your life. I am honored to offer daily prayers of appreciation for these remarkable individuals and feel blessed to be part of the Southern Grace family. Thank you to all nurses for the extraordinary love and care you provide! May God richly bless each of you!

04/08/2026

The staff at a facility frequently goes unacknowledged when grieving the loss of a patient. It is crucial that we provide support to the staff members, in addition to the family. If you see someone working in a community, take a moment to thank them for their efforts. It makes a significant difference! Your smile could change their day!

04/08/2026

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04/07/2026

Don’t wait until you “need” hospice in a crisis situation. Call us now for general questions and what to look for. With over 25 years of clinical hospice nursing under our belts, we look forward to serving you and your family.
Here is what we want you to know…
Hospice care focuses on comfort and quality of life rather than curing illnesses, offering comprehensive support for both patients and families at home or in facilities. Key, often overlooked truths include that it can be initiated months, not just days, before death, can be revoked at any time, and provides vital respite for caregivers.
Earlier is Better: Many families regret not starting hospice sooner. It is for those with a life expectancy of six months or less, but patients can receive care for months and can graduate (be discharged) if their condition improves.
It’s Not Just "Giving Up": Hospice is not about dying; it is about maximizing comfort, managing pain, and enhancing the quality of life, often reducing stress by providing equipment, medication, and nursing support.
It Happens Anywhere: Hospice is a service, not a place. It can be provided wherever the patient lives, including their home, a nursing home, or specialized facility.
You Keep Your Doctor: Patients can retain their primary physician and specialists, who work alongside the hospice team.
Comprehensive Care Team: Care includes nurses, aides, social workers, and chaplains who offer spiritual support (even to non-religious patients) and help with life planning.
Caregiver Support and Respite: Hospice provides essential support, but in-home care still often requires at least two people to handle daily tasks like transferring and bathing. Hospice can offer "respite care," allowing the patient to stay in a facility for up to 5 days to give primary caregivers a break.
Cost Coverage: Hospice is covered by Medicare, VA benefits, and most private insurances, which usually covers medication and equipment related to the terminal illness.
Choosing to explore hospice is a decision focused on ensuring comfort, dignity, and specialized care during a difficult .net