Alternative Hospice

04/17/2026

We couldn't let the day pass without acknowledging National Advance Directives Day. Observed annually on April 16, the day encourages people to voice their healthcare wishes & document them through advance directives, to ensure their healthcare choices are followed by healthcare providers, especially in a health crisis when they may not be able to communicate on their own. Research shows that having meaningful conversations about future medical treatment & putting a plan in place makes receiving personally desired medical care more likely.

Some considerations include: dialysis, pain management, feeding tubes, organ donation, resuscitation attempts (DNR)

These legal documents communicate healthcare preferences which is especially important if someone is unable to make medical decisions, such as during a serious illness, injury, or end-of-life situation.

Advance directive typically include: a living will specifying which treatments you want (or don't want), and a durable power of attorney-naming someone to make decisions on your behalf.
Do your loved ones know your medical wishes? Each day is an opportunity to discuss advance directives.

04/02/2026

During the month of March, we celebrated social workers we partner with, we know in other community roles + especially our team members. To learn more about our social workers, check out what they have to say about what their work means to them. 💚🤍

03/30/2026

Happy National Doctors’ Day!

🩺❤️While doctors in traditional medicine focus on curing, hospice doctors focus on living + EACH doctor makes a valuable difference in the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for caring for your patients + identifying when they could use extra resources, such as Palliative + Hospice care. Thank you for partnering with us to carry them along while on our service. Thank you for bringing comfort, dignity, + peace to our patients + families. We appreciate working with you to care for our community through the chapters of their lives.

03/12/2026

Today was Hospice Day at the Missouri Capitol in Jefferson City & our Volunteer Bridget attended on Alternative Hospice’s behalf. The event was held to advocate for the care our patients & families depend on everyday through our hospice & palliative services. We are grateful to positively impact our patients & their loved ones through compassionate & quality care addressing the physical, emotional, psychosocial & spiritual needs at end of life.

Thanks Bridget for your voice at the Capitol today & everyday! 💚🤍

📍For more information on hospice or palliative care services, visit our site at: www.alternativehospice.com

Our skilled medical professionals, dedicated staff, & volunteers provide hospice, home health care, or private duty care to meet your needs. Call us today.

03/09/2026

We celebrate women today and everyday!

03/06/2026

🍀 Feeling lucky to have fun and grow partnerships in our community!

03/03/2026

March is National Social Worker Month. This month we will be honoring our Social Workers + sharing insight into their roles on our hospice + palliative team.

A hospice social worker is a member of the hospice interdisciplinary team (IDT). They support the emotional, psychological and social wellness of end-of-care patients. Functioning as advocates, social workers address concerns and wishes of people on our service. Using their specialized knowledge, social workers determine resources and services their patients need for additional support and guidance.

In conjunction with providing personal care to their patients, hospice social workers also work closely with a patient's entire family system. They help patients and families to understand the intricate details of the medical system so they can make important healthcare decisions for the best care possible for themselves and their loved ones. Hospice social workers also provide grief and pre-bereavement counseling to families as they navigate end of life progression with their loved ones.

We are proud of the compassionate aid our social workers provide to our communities. Please feel free to share a memory or interaction you had with someone in social services with us as we celebrate all social workers this month. 💚

02/04/2026

Our amazing pet volunteer Lola was out to spread smiles, comfort, and a whole lot of tail-wagging joy🐾❤️

01/21/2026

01/14/2026

As we step into a new year, we carry with us the stories, love, and moments that have shaped our hearts.

In hospice care, we are reminded daily that life isn’t measured by days on a calendar, but by connection, compassion, and presence. Each shared smile, gentle touch, and quiet moment matters.

This new year, may we continue to honor every journey with dignity, surround each other with kindness, and find hope even in tender moments. Thank you to our patients, families, caregivers, and community for trusting us with what matters most.

Here’s to a year guided by empathy, gratitude, and love-one moment at a time ❤️

12/16/2025

Please Join Us in Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Alternative Hospice. Yes, Alternative Hospice has been in the St. Louis and surrounding areas for 20 years. What a wonderful impact we have made in our communities. Thank you to all of our staff, volunteers and our owners who have been with us throughout the years. We had a Celebration on December 6th at the Legends Country Club.... here are some pictures of those in attendance to help us celebrate.....

12/16/2025