Compassionate hospice care at home in Peaceful Journey

Medication delivered and in place after admission — pain relief begins the same day care begins.

We evaluate in your home any day of the week, including weekends and holidays.

24/7 phone support to assist you when you need guidance.

You Don’t Have to Navigate Hospice Home Care Alone

You probably didn’t know hospice was an option until someone mentioned it. Or you’ve been watching someone you love suffer for days — in and out of the ER — while no one explained that comfort care could begin today.

The most common thing families tell us after their loved one is admitted: “I wish we had called sooner.”

We don’t say that to make you feel guilty. We say it because right now — today — we can help. There’s no paperwork to have a first conversation. No commitment. Just a call, answered by a real person who can tell you exactly what we can do and how quickly we can begin.

“I had no idea this kind of care existed. She passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family, without pain.”

Home Health Aide Services

Provide compassionate, personalized care to help individuals maintain independence and well-being in the comfort of their own homes.

Skilled Nursing Care

Whether managing medications or ensuring comfort, our skilled nurses provide hands-on care with warmth and expertise.

Pain and Symptoms Management

Our team works closely with physicians to adjust medications and treatments, ensuring every patient remains as comfortable as possible.

Medication

Taking the right medication at the right time is crucial. We coordinate with doctors and caregivers to ensure patients receive safe and effective treatment.

Scheduled Home Visits

Regular visits mean patients never feel alone in their journey. Our caregivers check-in, provide medical care, and offer emotional reassurance to families.

Continuous Care

When symptoms become severe, families shouldn’t have to manage them alone. Our round-the-clock care team provides immediate support, bringing comfort and peace of mind.

Respite Service

Caregivers deserve a moment to rest and recharge. We step in to provide professional care, ensuring their loved ones remain safe and supported.

Outpatient Services

Families facing serious illness often need compassionate support, expert medical guidance, and comfort-focused care.

Medical Equipment and Supplies (DME)

From hospital beds to oxygen tanks, we provide essential medical equipment. Our team ensures everything is set up for the best possible care at home.

Volunteer Services

A warm smile, a listening ear, or simply sitting by someone’s side—our volunteers bring human connection and comfort when it’s needed most

MSW and Chaplain Service

Facing the end of life is never just medical—it’s emotional and spiritual, too. Our social workers and chaplains support families through difficult conversations and moments.

Bereavement Services

Grief doesn’t end when a loved one passes. Our team remains by your side, offering counseling and support to help you navigate the loss.

“Amazing hospice service! The staff went above and beyond to ensure my grandma was well taken care of. The nurses were very attentive, knowledgeable, and always available to address any concerns. I highly recommend them.”
“Thank you for servicing my grandmother. We had exceptional service during such a difficult time. They treat people very kindly and like their own family. I will share your company with anyone I come across that may need it.”
“Amazing service! Great staff that are on call ready to answer and explain anything when asked. Very helpful and friendly — they will absolutely treat you like family. Will 1,000% recommend.”

No. Choosing hospice is not giving up — it is a decision to prioritize comfort, dignity, and quality of life over treatments that may no longer be beneficial. Families who choose hospice often describe the experience as one of the most caring decisions they made for their loved one.

Hospice shifts the focus from curing a disease to managing symptoms, supporting the patient emotionally and spiritually, and surrounding the entire family with care during one of life’s most difficult seasons.

Hospice care at home is specialized medical care provided in a patient’s home for individuals facing serious or life-limiting illnesses. The goal of hospice care is to improve comfort, manage pain and symptoms, and provide emotional and spiritual support for both patients and their families.

Families in Plano, TX, can receive compassionate hospice care at home from Ameri Hospice, which offers skilled nursing, pain management, and supportive services designed to help patients remain comfortable in their own homes.

Hospice home care services typically include:

  • Skilled nursing care
  • Pain and symptom management
  • Medication management
  • Emotional and spiritual counseling
  • Medical equipment and supplies
  • Family and caregiver support
  • Bereavement support for families

These services are designed to improve quality of life for patients receiving hospice care at home.

Hospice care focuses on comfort and support for patients with serious illnesses who are nearing the end of life, while palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatments. Both types of care prioritize pain relief, symptom management, and improved quality of life.

Patients may qualify for hospice care when a physician determines they have a serious illness and a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course. Hospice care focuses on comfort and support rather than curative treatment.

Ameri Hospice can conduct an in-home evaluation within 24–48 hours of your call, any day of the week including weekends and holidays. After admission is confirmed, pain and comfort medications are typically delivered and in place within 4–6 hours — so relief begins the same day care starts.

If you are not sure whether your loved one qualifies, call us anyway. We are happy to answer questions, walk through eligibility, and help you understand your options — with no obligation and no pressure.

Hospice care should be considered when treatments are no longer effective or when the focus shifts to comfort and quality of life. Families often consider hospice care when a loved one experiences frequent hospitalizations, increasing pain, or declining health due to a serious illness.

Yes, many hospice providers offer 24/7 support for patients receiving hospice care at home. Nurses and on-call care teams are available around the clock to address urgent medical needs and provide guidance to families.

Yes. Medicare typically covers hospice care for eligible patients under the Medicare Hospice Benefit. This coverage usually includes nursing care, medications related to the terminal illness, medical equipment, and support services.

Hospice care is usually provided for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less. However, patients may continue receiving hospice care if their physician confirms they remain eligible based on their medical condition.

Yes. Hospice care is commonly provided in the patient’s home, allowing individuals to remain in a comfortable and familiar environment while receiving medical support and compassionate care.

Hospice care may be recommended for patients with serious conditions such as:

  • Cancer
  • Advanced heart disease
  • Dementia or Alzheimer’s disease
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Kidney failure
  • Neurological disorders

Eligibility depends on the patient’s medical condition and physician evaluation.

A hospice care team often includes:

  • Physicians
  • Nurses
  • Hospice aides
  • Social workers
  • Chaplains or spiritual counselors
  • Volunteers

These professionals work together to provide comprehensive care for patients and families.

Outpatient hospice care refers to hospice services that may be provided outside the patient’s home or through scheduled visits from medical professionals. However, many families prefer hospice care at home so patients can remain in familiar surroundings.

The primary goal of hospice care is to improve comfort and quality of life by managing pain, symptoms, and emotional needs for patients with serious illnesses.

Yes. Hospice programs provide education, emotional support, and respite care to help family caregivers manage the responsibilities of caring for a loved one at home.

No. Hospice care is most beneficial when started earlier, as it provides patients and families with extended support, symptom management, and improved quality of life.

Hospice care supports families through counseling, caregiver education, respite care, and bereavement services after the patient’s passing.

Yes. Patients receiving hospice care can often continue seeing their primary physician while working with the hospice care team.

Hospice providers often supply medical equipment such as:

  • Hospital beds
  • Oxygen equipment
  • Wheelchairs
  • Medical supplies
  • Medications related to the patient’s condition

Many families choose hospice care at home because it allows patients to remain in a familiar environment surrounded by loved ones while receiving compassionate medical care.

Families can start hospice care by speaking with a physician or contacting a local hospice provider like Ameri Hospice to discuss eligibility and available services.