In-Patient Hospice Care
For round-the-clock hospice care in our facility
Calcutta House, our in-patient hospice facility, is for patients whose symptoms cannot be managed at home.
Calcutta House provides specialized inpatient hospice care for individuals facing a terminal illness.
This care is offered in the dedicated hospice facility, and it is recommended when patients require round-the-clock medical support and symptom management. Within Calcutta House, patients receive continuous medical and emotional care with a focus on symptom relief. Caregivers also benefit from respite care. The goal is to ensure a peaceful and comfortable end-of-life experience. Decisions about inpatient care at Calcutta House are made in consultation with the patient, their family, and the hospice care team to tailor the care to individual needs.
Learn More About Calcutta House
In-patient hospice services are for patients whose symptoms are acute and cannot be successfully managed at home. Common symptoms include the following:
- Uncontrolled Pain
- Seizures
- Respiratory Failure
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Uncontrolled Bleeding
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Complex-Wound Care
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Ascites
- Severe Anxiety
- Agitation
Our compassionate team of Registered Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Hospice Trained Physicians, Social Workers, Chaplains, Bereavement Counselors and Trained Volunteers will care for, and support, you and your loved one, on their end-of-life journey.
Who We Serve
When the time comes to prioritize compassion, we’re here for you.
At our hospice, our unwavering commitment is to provide hospice services that not only offer respect and dignity to our patients but also extend a compassionate hand to the community. As a nonprofit organization, we go the extra mile by offering free services that other hospice providers simply cannot, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their financial means, receives the quality care and support they deserve during their most challenging times.
Our family of companies is wholeheartedly committed to supporting yours and are organized to provide a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the needs of caring for your loved ones.
Hospice of Acadiana Foundation
Our foundation is dedicated to securing essential resources that enable us to extend the reach of our services and uphold our commitment to providing exceptional, compassionate care. Its invaluable contributions bring numerous benefits, including the ability to offer free services, enhance the quality of care, and ensure that every patient, regardless of their financial situation, can experience the comfort and support they deserve during their end-of-life journey.
