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4:57 pm Sunday, September 4, 2011

Wiregrass Hospice changes name

Wiregrass Hospice, which has been serving the Huntsville, Decatur, New Market, Madison, Athens, Scottsboro and surrounding communities for the past 8 years, has announced that it is immediately changing its name to Gentiva Hospice.

A member of the Gentiva home health and hospice family of companies since March 2006, the name change now more reflects the relationship and resources of being a part of a national leader in hospice care.

“As with Wiregrass, Gentiva Hospice’s care is centered on the entire family, designed to help both patient and loved ones make the most of each day,” said Registered Nurse DeeAnn Reedstrom, branch director of Gentiva’s local office. “Our team of professionals supports them with services in the home that include pain and symptom management, HME and related medications, emotional and spiritual support, and a comprehensive bereavement program.”

Reedstrom pointed out that, to be covered by insurance, candidates for hospice must have a life-limiting illness with a life expectancy of six months or less, and must be referred by a physician or other provider. Most hospice services are covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and many private health insurance companies, as well as through private pay. “Gentiva Hospice can help patients and their families determine eligibility and research all available resources,” said Reedstrom.

Physicians, other referral sources and families who would like more information or to receive a free DVD titled “Hospice and Your Loved One” should call Gentiva Hospice at 256-519-8808, or go to www.gentiva.com/hospice.

About Gentiva Health Services

Gentiva Health Services Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive home health and hospice services throughout the United States. Gentiva delivers compassionate, high-quality care to patients through offerings that include skilled nursing; physical, occupational, speech and neurorehabilitation services; hospice services; social work; nutrition; disease management education; help with daily living activities; and other therapies and services. For more information, visit www.gentiva.com.

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