Stamford, CT Hospice Care

A distinguished nonprofit hospice provider since 1983, Regional Hospice walks alongside Stamford patients and their loved ones enabling those in our care to focus on what matters: living fully when facing life-limiting illness. Patients of all ages―from babies to adults―in private homes, assisted living and skilled nursing facilities in four Connecticut counties benefit from our services. Our Danbury Center for Comfort Care & Healing is the first residential hospice center of its kind in Connecticut, offering all the comforts and amenities of home to patients throughout Stamford.

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Home Hospice

We provide hospice care to individuals at home, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes, offering medical, emotional, and spiritual support to those in the Stamford area who need end-of-life care.

Inpatient Hospice

Located in Danbury, CT offering gourmet meals, family accommodations, and a variety of private suite amenities, we offer our inpatient residents only the best of care.

Pediatric Care

With prenatal and pediatric hospice care we are able to provide medical attention and endless love to our youngest patients and their families.

Our Patients’ Stories

Beverly Dieringer

The qualities that she adored about White Ironstone China could also be said of her: she is strong, practical, and has a classical elegance.

A Very Special Visit

Victor Clarizio, visited Pegasus Therapeutic Riding, which was a day to remember for Victor and all the people who love and care for him. Read more about this meaningful day.

In Memoriam to Karl

Karl was an amazing individual who helped so many in the community. He was a tireless and unassuming advocate for the charitable causes he believed in.

Who We Are and Why We Serve Stamford?

Since 1983, Regional Hospice has provided care choices for terminal patients and their families during the sacred end-of-life transition. Our Center for Comfort Care & Healing is the first hospice residence of its kind in Connecticut and is available to anyone in the U.S. Stamford residents benefit from 24/7 clinical care in private suites with screened in balconies, wood furnishings and chef-prepared custom meals. The Center replicates the comforts of home, where loved ones can focus on quality time together.

Why Choose the Regional Hospice Center

We take pride in providing only top quality hospice services to our Stamford patients, whether they remain at home or come stay with us at the Center for Comfort Care and Healing, Regional Hospice is here for our patients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

With a qualified staff full of physicians, registered nurses, social workers, chaplains, hospice care aides and trained hospice volunteers, patients can expect personalized care and treatment plans, and for those in need we also offer speech, physical and occupational therapy.

Compassion, Peace and Dignity
We understand the pain and heartache that accompanies any end-of-life services, which is why our entire staff focuses on creating a comfortable lifestyle for your loved one while treating them. We take pride in our standard of treating patients with peace, compassion, and dignity.

Comfort Versus Curative
Hospice care is typically suggested when an individual receives a terminal prognosis of 6 months or less, or a child is struggling with a life-limiting condition. Our staff provides medical, emotional, and spiritual support to all patients, helping to maintain the best quality of life possible.

A Doctor’s Referral is Not Necessary
Anyone from physicians to friends can refer patients and loved ones to receive hospice care. They will be admitted to us under the direction of a physician, though the referral can come from anyone close to the patient. We offer an online hospice form for individuals in need of an easily accessible referral.

Hospice is Affordable
Medicare, Medicaid and most private health insurances cover the costs that come along with hospice care, letting you spend your time focusing on your loved one.

Home Hospice Care in Stamford

We provide our Stamford patients with Home Hospice Care whether you’re at home, an assisted living residence, or a skilled nursing facility.

Commonly Asked Questions

Many diagnoses are considered: Alzheimer’s and related dementias, pulmonary and cardiac diseases, and cancer.
Hospice Care is a covered benefit under Medicare, Medicaid, and most insurances.
Special services like speech, physical and occupational therapy are available when needed.
Our support line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for symptom management; medications and equipment as well as emotion and spiritual support.

Your hospice care my be with a nursing home or assisted living facility that is under contract with Regional Hospice. Our trained and qualified volunteers are available to give your hardworking caregivers a break when needed. Every volunteer can provide company, run errands, and share special skills to enhance each patients lives.

Inpatient Hospice Care

We respect the uniqueness of each and every one of our patients, what works for one may not work for the next, which is why we offer services at our Inpatient Hospice Center, located in Danbury, CT when staying at home isn’t an option anymore. We respect your loved ones wishes and maintain a level of high quality care that is customized to their condition.

The Center for Comfort Care and Healing offers:

12 private suites
A Multitude of Amenities
Accommodations for family overnight stays
Gourmet Meals
Emotional & volunteer support.
24/7 Palliative-care-trained medical physicians and APRNs
Complementary therapies (massage, Reiki, music & Pet Partner program)

Our patients are never left with disappointment after enjoying a gourmet meal prepared by our chef Jonathan LeFebvre and his wonderful kitchen staff. Let Chef Jonathan become a member of your family as he has done for many others and create yet another outlet for positivity while staying with us.

Perinatal & Pediatric Care

Our Pediatric & Perinatal Hospice Programs provide medical support and psychological guidance to Stamford families whose babies have a terminal condition or have passed. Through emotional, spiritual, and physical support we are here for you and your family at any moment during this time.

Pediatric & Perinatal Hospice care provide guidance to parents and families when caring for their baby at home, along with connecting them to local resources for further help. Our healthcare professionals who specialize in perinatal care frequently visit our patients and provide personalized medical care.

We Assist With:

Prenatal support
Childbirth education and preparation
Developing individualized birth plans to establish personal desires and needs
Coordinating discharge of baby to home, when appropriate
Creating cherished keepsakes and photographs
Preparing for memorial services and funerals
Facilitating support groups for parents, siblings and others

We are Here to Support You – Learn More

Regional Hospice has been dedicated to treating patients in the Stamford area since 1983. We have a staff full of loving and experienced individuals who are ready to help your loved one with their end-of-life treatment. When you find yourself looking into hospice services please give us a call and learn how we can help create a better quality of living for your loved one.