Information for Referring Healthcare Professionals
 
   
 
Our Mission

The mission of
Willamette Valley Hospice is to enhance the quality of life for terminally ill persons and their families, to provide bereavement support for the caregivers and families of our patients and members of the community, and to educate the community about the hospice philosophy and programs.
  

 
 

 

Update To All Prescribing Physicians

Orders for Schedule II Controlled Substances -
Hospice and Palliative Care Approved As New Subspecialty -

 

For Referring Healthcare Professionals

Most of our referrals come from health care professionals who want to ensure a high quality of life for their terminally ill patients. Referring professionals rely on hospice care to provide services not only for their patients, but also for the entire family.

Ideally, professionals refer patients to hospice so that vital individual and family education, combined with physical and emotional support, can enhance the quality and comfort of a person's end-of-life.

Many referring physicians discuss hospice care options with patients early in their treatment prior to a hospice referral. Understanding the role of hospice is crucial for many families who otherwise might be unaware of this important community resource. Early discussions about hospice can provide patients with a sense of control over their care, alleviate fear of the future, and ease the transition when hospice becomes appropriate.

Referrals are easily made. Ask your family doctor or call Willamette Valley Hospice at 503.588.3600 or toll-free 800.555.2431 and ask to speak to hospice referral department about hospice care options; it is our specialty and we care!

Support - Working with our Staff

Most primary care physicians continue to work with their patients after the hospice referral is made. Willamette Valley Hospice often becomes a resource for these physicians, ensuring that their medical directives and instructions are understood by family caregivers. Because of hospice's involvement, physicians are assured that the complete needs of their patients will be met.

Willamette Valley Hospice's Medical Director is available to consult with referring physicians about their patients ' treatment and care.

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