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Hospice and Celia's House
Many believe hospice is only for one's final days, but it's designed to support individuals much earlier. Typically available for those with a medical prognosis of living six months or less, hospice focuses on helping individuals live fully in their remaining time.
There are many misconceptions about hospice, and one of the most prevalent is the idea that if one chooses to go on hospice, they would be giving up all medical care. Yet, hospice care includes pain management and symptom relief. While hospice care is often provided at home, other options include skilled nursing facilities, assisted living, and hospitals, each offering unique support.
During National Hospice Month, we honor the vital support that individuals with life-limiting illnesses receive. Hospice offers much more than comfort care; it provides emotional, physical, and spiritual support to individuals and their families.
For some, there's a need for a space that feels like home but provides specialized, full-time support that may not be possible at home. Celia's House fills this need, offering an intimate, residential alternative—combining home-like accommodations with a dedicated team and over 100 volunteers who offer emotional, social, and spiritual support. Each resident has their own room and receives professional care in a setting that fosters peace, dignity, and family closeness.
Importantly, Celia’s House is not a hospice but a residence providing round-the-clock, end-of-life care, partnering with five hospice agencies. Families often describe Celia's House as a second home, a place to focus on quality time without the weight of caregiving duties.
This month, we thank the hospice providers, families, and supporters who make end-of-life choices possible. Your generosity allows Celia's House to be a part of this continuum.
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