Considerate Hospice & Palliative Care Throughout the Akron, OH Area
If you’re in need of hospice services in and around Akron, Ohio, consider the compassionate experts at Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care.
We appreciate how important and difficult this time is. That’s why we spend more time with patients than the national average. Our staff are well-trained and well-scheduled and ready to support you and your loved one any time.
We provide hospice as well as palliative care in homes, nursing homes, and hospitals around Stark County, Summit County, Wayne County, Tuscarawas County, Carroll County, and much more.
Benefits of choosing Crossroads for hospice in the Akron, Ohio area.
Support for everyone involved
Of course, the patient will receive exceptional care. But we’re also here to help the loved ones with any questions, decisions, or just to be there through it all.
Available whenever needed
Well-coordinated shifts mean an expert is always available to answer your call.
Increased care at the end
The patient’s last seven days can be the hardest. Our visits increase to two-and-a-half times the national average during this critical point.
Celebrate life
Unique programs like Gift of a Day (creating a perfect day for the patient) make Crossroads about more than preparing for the end.
Have questions or need help? Call us anytime:
330-899-9100Overview of hospice care services for Akron, Ohio and beyond.
What type of support can you expect for your area? Akron residents receive these Crossroads hospice care services and more:
- Direct visits from nurses, home health aides, chaplains, and social workers
- Time with volunteers to share stories, read, and keep your loved one company
- Quality of life services such as helping with bathing and personal care, feeding, and more
- Assistance with discharge and transportation from the hospital, if needed
- Delivery of relevant equipment such as a hospital bed and oxygen machine
- Delivery and administration of any medications related to the patient’s terminal diagnosis
- A plan of care fully personalized to the patient
- Constant medical evaluations plus providing updated statuses to you
- Administer medications as needed to assist with pain and discomfort
- Coordinate breaks for caregivers is the form of volunteer visits or even a few days stay in a nursing home
- Grief support before, during, and after
- Guidance and support on anything the families need
- Spiritual support from chaplains
Hospice eligibility and insurance.
Hospice eligibility may include:
- Prognosis of six months or less if no change to diagnosis
- Compromised activities of daily living (eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, etc.)
- Change in cognitive and functional abilities, such as diminished mental abilities
- Frequent hospitalizations in the past six months
- Increased weakness, fatigue, and sleepiness
- Continuing weight loss
Hospice and palliative care is covered by:
- Most private insurance
- Medicare
- Medicaid
* Copays or deductibles may apply.
Learn more about hospice eligibility, including for specific conditions.
What areas do we serve?
From our administrative hospice offices in Uniontown, we provide hospice care in Akron and the surrounding Ohio area. That includes, but is not limited to:
- Stark County
- Summit County
- Portage County
- Medina County
- Wayne County
- Tuscarawas County
- Carroll County
- Columiana County
- Mahoning County
- Uniontown
- North Canton
- Barberton
- Greentown
- Green
- Akron
Want to confirm if we service your area?
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Reviews from our families.
At Crossroads, we pride ourselves on providing the best possible hospice and palliative care to Akron and greater Ohio residents. Here are a few of the kind words we’ve received throughout the years.
Akron hospice FAQ.
Who decides when a patient goes to hospice?
The decision for hospice care is made collaboratively between healthcare professionals, the patient, and family members. Families can request hospice care at any time, though a physician referral is required to initiate hospice services.
How much does hospice care cost in Akron?
For patients in Akron, most hospice costs are covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance. Generally, patients face no out-of-pocket expenses except possible copays if using private insurance.
Are there any special programs available for Veterans?
Yes, certain hospice providers offer specialized programs for Veterans, designed to meet their unique needs during end-of-life care. At Crossroads, our skilled and compassionate team is specially trained to support Veterans, ensuring their specific care requirements are addressed. We also provide dedicated programs and services to honor Veterans and offer support to their families, always recognizing and appreciating the importance of their service and sacrifices.
What training and qualifications do the hospice care staff at Crossroads have?
Crossroads staff are extensively trained in end-of-life care, even going so far as to educate other healthcare professionals in the field.
What illnesses qualify for hospice care?
Life-limiting illnesses such as advanced cancer, heart disease, respiratory diseases, kidney failure, dementia, HIV/AIDS, ALS, and other terminal conditions qualify for hospice when the expected lifespan is six months or less.
What illnesses qualify for palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided to those speaking curative treatment for chronic illnesses. Chronic, long-term conditions like cancer, HIV/AIDS, and ALS that impact quality of life or cause difficult treatment side effects may qualify patients for palliative care, focusing on providing comfort during treatment. The qualification of having six months or less to live does not apply for palliative care.
What is the difference between end-of-life care and hospice?
End-of-life care and hospice are two different ways to say the same thing. They both offer support for patients in the final stages of life, providing compassionate services and focusing on comfort and dignity.
Is hospice care more expensive than hospital care?
No, hospice care typically costs less than being in a hospital, as it avoids the additional costs of hospital stays, tests and treatments, focusing instead on comfort and support in familiar settings, such as the patient’s home, nursing home or assisted living facility.
Why choose hospice over staying in or visiting a hospital?
The decision to choose hospice vs. a hospital isn’t a straightforward comparison, as hospice represents a philosophy centered on providing comfort and quality of life, while a hospital is a physical location focused on curative medical treatment. Many patients and families select hospice care to experience compassionate, individualized support within the comfort of a familiar environment, emphasizing quality of life over aggressive medical interventions. Hospice care enables patients to make personal choices about how they wish to spend their final months, while caregivers receive essential physical and emotional assistance, helping them share meaningful, cherished moments with their loved ones. Consider this: One benefit of hospice is the ability to avoid recurring hospital stays, as nurses can provide assessments and answer questions instead of necessitating visits to the ER.
How long can you stay on hospice?
Patients can remain on hospice as long as they meet eligibility, which is reviewed every six months. Typically, patients with a life expectancy of six months or less qualify for hospice care.
Isn't hospice the same as giving up?
No, choosing hospice is not giving up. It’s about prioritizing comfort and dignity when curative options are no longer effective or desired.
Can you still see your doctor on hospice?
Yes, patients on hospice can continue to visit their primary physician or specialist(s) as needed.
How often will Crossroads Akron visit?
The Crossroads Akron hospice team tailors visit frequency according to each patient’s unique condition and specific needs, ensuring personalized and responsive care. Our commitment to meeting emergent patient needs is strengthened by our Quick Response Team, composed of five shifts of on-staff nurses and aides who are dedicated to immediate patient support.
What happens if a patient of Crossroads Akron has an emergency?
Crossroads Akron offers 24/7 on-call support to handle emergencies, ensuring patient comfort and symptom management whenever needed.
Why should someone choose Crossroads Akron over a different hospice provider?
Crossroads Akron is deeply committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care that prioritizes the individual needs and wishes of each patient. Our approach emphasizes highly personalized services, supported by an experienced team who genuinely values celebrating every patient’s life and legacy. Crossroads goes the extra mile by offering unique programs such as the Gift of a Day, which creates memorable experiences tailored to the patient’s wishes, and Life Journals, a heartfelt way to capture and honor their life stories.
Akron hospice admin office:
Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care Akron comes to the patient, but we do have a central administrative office in Green for staffing, scheduling, and training. Our executive director Edda Sedon and her staff proudly provide hospice and palliative services to residents in need. Additionally, our sister location in Valley View is roughly an hour away.
Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care - Akron Administrative Details
Phone: 330-899-9100
Fax: 330-899-9972
License #: 0147HSP
Medicare #: 36-1625
Private chat available
Mailing Address:
3743 Boettler Oaks Dr., Suite E
Uniontown, OH 44685
Career opportunities: If you are interested in working as a hospice nurse or home health aide for our Akron patients, learn about Crossroads career opportunities.
Volunteer Opportunities: If you are interested in working as a volunteer to help with patient care, bereavement support, office tasks, or special programs like Gift of a Day or Vet to Vet, join our volunteers in Akron.
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