Frequently Asked Questions
Hospice Care
What is Hospice?
How does someone get hospice care?
How is hospice care delivered?
Where is hospice care delivered?
When is the right time for hospice help?
How is hospice care paid for?
Does Hospice do anything to make death come sooner?
What kind of training do your volunteers receive?
What is the history of hospice care?
Who do I contact if I have more questions?
Smith Phayer Hospice House
Who is Hospice House for?
How is care paid for?
What is the Hospice House like?
Will pets be allowed to visit?
What kind of professionals are available at the Hospice House?
What will happen to the Administration & Program Center in Columbus, NC?
Palliative Care
What is Palliative ( pronounced pal-lee-uh-tiv) Care?
What kind of help does Palliative Care provide?
How do I know if Palliative Care is right for me?
How can I access these services?
Where do I receive Palliative Care?
Does Palliative Care mean curative treatment is out?
How much does it cost?
How do I find out more about Palliative Care of the Carolina Foothills?
Bereavement Care
Who is eligible for bereavement services?
What kinds of services do you offer?
What is the cost?
What ages do you serve?
What kind of grief support groups do you offer?
What if I’d rather not face a lot of folks in a group setting?
Can you recommend any grief and loss literature?
What bereavement services are available to individuals who live out of the area?
What kinds of programs are available for groups such as churches, schools, and businesses?
How do I access Hospice bereavement services and programs?