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Why This Talk Matters

Talking about hospice can feel uncomfortable, but it’s a conversation rooted in love and planning. Opening the discussion helps remove stigma, ensures wishes are respected, and gives families the clarity and peace of mind they deserve.

Solace is available 24/7 to answer any questions or concerns you might have before initiating a hospice conversation. We want to be a resource to our community and help erase the stigma that often can be associated with the word “hospice.”

Call and speak with one of our team members about your loved one today at (636) 220-4050, or stop by our office and talk to us in person.

Our office is located at:
2300 Technology Drive
O’Fallon, MO 63368

Am I Eligible?

Comfort-focused care

Our team prioritizes relief from pain and symptoms so every day can be lived with dignity, comfort, and peace.

Family-centered decisions

We involve patients and loved ones in every step, ensuring care aligns with personal wishes and family values.

24/7 support

No matter the hour, our nurses and staff are always available to answer questions and provide urgent care when it’s needed most.

Coordinated care

We work closely with physicians, nurses, and caregivers to ensure every part of the care plan is seamless and centered on the patient’s goals.

The Benefits of Choosing Hospice

Quality of life, pain control, and symptom management

Professional care for your loved one in their home

Honoring the patient’s goals, wishes, and choices for their life

Hospice care provides access to 24/7 nursing support, giving you peace of mind knowing that help is always just a phone call away.

You are not giving up on your loved one, you are shifting from the idea of treating the disease, to treating their physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing.

Hospice provides resources and education that can help everyone transition through the end-of-life journey.

Studies have shown that hospice care for certain illnesses may actually extend life by one to two months.

Hospice is an elective service, and anyone may discontinue (revoke) services at any time. Patients and families are in control and have the right to instead pursue aggressive curative treatment.

Have Questions or Looking for Guidance?
We’re here to help you navigate this journey with compassion and clarity. If you’re considering hospice or simply want to understand your options, our experienced team is just a phone call away.

Call us today at 636-220-4050 — we’re here when you need us

Frequently Asked Questions

A patient can receive hospice care wherever they call “home.” This can be a private residence, a skilled nursing facility, an assisted living facility, a residential facility or a hospital.

  • Curative treatments are no longer effective and may even be negatively affecting quality of life
  • Inability to control pain
  • Frequent trips to the hospital
  • Unintended weight loss and/or difficulty swallowing
  • Not eating or drinking
  • Oxygen dependence
  • Frequent falls
  • Frequent infection
  • Withdrawal from daily activities

Scheduled visits occur Monday through Friday between 9am and 5pm, but we are available 24/7 for emergent needs. If more hands or caregivers are needed for patient care in the home, our team can assist with recommending companies that provide hourly or daily “private duty” care.

Medicare Part A covers 100% of hospice services. Most hospice companies work with Medicaid, private insurances, and provide financial assistance programs as well.

Evaluating the patient is the first step. A patient, family, or healthcare provider can request an evaluation from a hospice provider. A doctor’s order is then obtained to allow for the evaluation and possible admission. The patient/family signs consent forms, and once a qualified hospice medical professional has evaluated the patient and deemed them appropriate for hospice, the hospice provider will initiate the steps to activate a plan of care.

Yes, your input is a guiding force behind developing the most effective care plan for your loved one. We are here to walk beside you, educate you and provide comfort. If at any time you feel that you no longer want to receive hospice services, you can elect to discharge from service or switch companies. The patient/family’s rights and wishes are our first priority.

A member of the hospice team will be educating the patient/family along the journey to ensure they recognize the different phases of the dying process. Ideally, a hospice professional will be at the bedside during the last moments of life. Once the patient has passed, the hospice team will prepare the body and make necessary phone calls, while supporting the family.

Along with the team of professionals seeing your loved one routinely, hospice also covers the following:
  • Medication related to the terminal illness/hospice diagnosis
  • Medical equipment the patient may need for comfort and safety
  • Supplies related to the direct care of the patient