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A Home Away from Home
Hospice care is usually provided in the familiar surroundings of home. But, sometimes the need for care gets more complicated and families can get overwhelmed. That’s why we provide this home away from home, where expert care is combined with beautiful surroundings and wonderful support for families — where every single person knows what you’re going through and is there only to help you.
We’re Here When You Need Extra Care
NorthCare Hospice House specializes in short-term care for medical problems that are too serious or complex to be managed at home.
Pain, shortness of breath, anxiety, or other distressing symptoms sometimes require a short inpatient stay.
Our care teams are expert in getting pain and difficult symptoms under control and, if stabilized, you may return to your home setting for continued hospice support.
Learn more about inpatient care.
The Comforts of Home
Comfortable spaces, quiet corners and natural surroundings promote a sense of peace. You and your family can let go of the uneasiness and anxiety that comes with serious illness, with:
♦ 16 large private rooms – plenty of space for family and serene outdoor views
♦ Spaces for loved ones to gather
♦ Quiet garden areas with benches and walking paths
♦ Children’s play areas
♦ Spiritual areas for meditation and prayer
♦ Kitchen, dining and laundry facilities
♦ Refreshments for families
♦ Parking just steps away
♦ Visitors made welcome anytime
♦ Caring staff and volunteers who anticipate your needs
View photos of NorthCare Hospice House™.
Our hospice house in South Kansas City is Kansas City Hospice House.
Relief from the Stresses of Caregiving
Many families comment during their stay that they’ve been able to return to being a family instead of focusing on illness and caregiving. Our physicians, nurses, staff and volunteers work around-the-clock to assure your comfort. You can focus on your relationships and making the most of your time together.
Our Physicians
Our team of physicians are board certified in hospice and palliative care. Their expertise in managing pain and other distressing symptoms is focused on the goals that you and your family have set – on fulfilling your wishes and keeping you comfortable.
Payment
Services are usually covered by Medicare, Medicaid and some private insurance policies. As a not-for-profit organization, Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care is dedicated to serving all patients in need, regardless of their ability to pay. Our staff will assist families in determining reimbursement or need for assistance.
How Care Begins
When you, your doctor or healthcare provider call, we will send a nurse to visit you, evaluate your needs and answer any questions. Learn more about the admissions process.
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Accredited by the National Institute for Jewish Hospice
On February 1, 2017, NorthCare Hospice & Palliative Care merged with Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care. NorthCare Hospice became a subsidiary of Kansas City Hospice in July 2015 and operations are now fully integrated. The merged organization provides Home Care Hospice and Palliative Home Health, and we will continue to operate both the Kansas City Hospice House™ and the NorthCare Hospice House. We will continue our strong relationship with North Kansas City Hospital. If you have a need for medical records from NorthCare Hospice or have a question, please call 816.691.5119. For communication and medical records from Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care, please call 816.363.2600.
