Ogeechee Area Hospice

Hospice care in the United States has quietly revolutionized the way people live their last months, weeks and days of life when faced with a life-limiting illness. By approaching care with the relief of symptoms and pain, peace, dignity, and comfort is brought to millions of patients and their families. Ogeechee Area Hospice has been a part of this compassionate care revolution for over 30 years.

Learn more at https://www.oahospice.org/

Why do families choose Ogeechee Area Hospice?

As a non-profit hospice, there is no “owner” or group of investors to pay. With all funding serving our patients and their families directly, everyone receives exceptional care and a range of resources which extend beyond regulatory guidelines and may not always be provided by a for-profit hospice.

▪️ Medical Director is board-certified in both hospice and palliative medicine
▪️ Highly-trained staff including Executive Director who is a Registered Nurse with a Masters of Nursing degree
▪️ Home care nursing staff comprised of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practitioners and Certified Nursing Aids
▪️ Bereavement Program up to thirteen months for families
▪️ Comprehensive range of volunteer support

For love, not profit. Learn more at https://oahospice.org

A common myth about hospice care is that when patients enter hospice, they are giving up control.

This is simply false. You are always in control of your care and may choose to end hospice care or change providers. Patients and families make the final decision about when to choose hospice and who provides care. The best care happens when we listen first and coordinate with you, your family, and your doctor.

Learn more at https://www.oahospice.org/

As a not-for-profit hospice, we are able to provide care and services that extend beyond regulatory guidelines. Patients and their families under the care of Ogeechee Area Hospice, whether at home, in a nursing home, assisted living facility or under general inpatient care, benefit from our superior level of care.

Learn more at https://www.oahospice.org/

Give the gift of a better quality of life …when it matters most.

Ogeechee Area Hospice has touched the lives of many families for over 30 years. Through the generous support of people in Bulloch and surrounding counties, your non-profit hospice has expanded time and again to serve those in need. We are grateful for everyone who has been involved in fundraisers, special events and annual giving to support our work.

With your help, we can ensure that Ogeechee Area Hospice can continue its work long into the future. Please consider a donation so that we can provide comfort, compassion and dignity…when it matters most. We are deeply grateful for your support. We are here for love, not profit.

Donate here: https://oahospice.org/donate

One common myth about hospice is that hospice and palliative care are the same.

The truth is both provide practical, emotional, social, and spiritual support for people and their families. Hospice only begins after a person makes the decision to end treatment for a terminal illness. Hospice patients continue to receive treatment for any disorders not related to the hospice diagnosis. Palliative care is extra medical and social support for people at any stage of illness.

Learn more at https://www.oahospice.org/services/

“I want to express my sincere gratitude for the compassion and dignity given during my brother’s last days. The personally signed card was a very kind and thoughtful gesture. Statesboro and the surrounding communities are very blessed to have Ogeechee Area Hospice when families experience deep sorrow.”

At Ogeechee Area Hospice, we provide patients with compassionate care while facing either serious advanced illnesses or the end of life. Our patients are the heart of our purpose.

If you have had a loved one receive our care, tell us how we did by leaving a review on Google or Facebook.

We finally received our handmade benches for our front porch area at OAH. These two benches are In Memory of two of our former patients. A mother and son that we had in our facility just 3 months apart. Libby and Ron Pratt.
The benches are so beautiful and we are so proud to have them at our facility. Thank you Mr. Danny Hood for your hard work on making the benches.

A common myth about hospice care is that it only takes place at an in-patient facility or hospital.

The truth is that hospice care can happen anywhere a patient calls home. This can be a private residence, nursing home, or assisted living facility. We strive to make sure our patients are able to stay in the comfort of their own home for as long as they need.

Learn more at https://www.oahospice.org/services/.

“I believe in America because we have great dreams, and because we have the opportunity to make those dreams come true.” – Wendell L. Wilkie

Happy 4th of July!

Not only do our patients enjoy seeing our pet therapy dogs come by Ogeechee Area Hospice, but their families do, also. Thank you to Sadie Mae, Oliver and of course their mommies Patti Barber and Cheri Duffey for visiting today.

We care, every step of the way.

As the area’s only non-profit hospice, our staff of caring professionals can help your family during a very difficult time - with comfort, compassion and dignity.

Learn more at https://www.oahospice.org/.

July is Bereaved Parents Month.

The loss of a child is one of most traumatic experiences a parent will ever have to face. Bereaved Parents Month helps to raise awareness about the support needed immediately following loss, and the need for continued support and resources for bereaved parents in the subsequent months and years. Grief is complex and nonlinear; it doesn’t follow a set pattern, as most people move through the stages of grief in a variety of ways.

We encourage parents to keep their child’s memory alive – keep sharing pictures and stories. A child lives in a parent’s heart forever.

The Palliative Care Program of Ogeechee Area Hospice is being developed based on the specific needs of our residents with advanced, progressive conditions. The goal is to improve the quality of life for individuals living at home, in assisted living facilities, and nursing homes.

With the development of our Palliative Care Program, we are expanding our services to support a broader, but specific population; those who are facing severe, chronic disease, with a history of problematic symptoms.

Our nurses will collaborate with the patient and their physician to develop a plan of care that meets each patient’s individual needs. Other palliative care professionals may also be involved in the patients care. The patient is NOT required to have a six month prognosis. The patient can receive traditional medical treatment while in the Palliative Care Program, and receive traditional home health services and other community services while benefiting from palliative care.

Learn more at https://www.oahospice.org/palliative-care/

Ogeechee Area Hospice is proud to be recognized in the Statesboro Magazine. Thank you to Jenny Foss, Frank Fortune, and to our wonderful community for their support.

We were honored to be featured in the Healthcare Issue of Statesboro Magazine. Click below to check it out!

➡️ https://www.statesboromagazine.com/magazines-2/statesboro-magazine-2024/may-june-2024/

We were honored to be featured in the Healthcare Issue of Statesboro Magazine. Click below to check it out!

➡️ https://www.statesboromagazine.com/magazines-2/statesboro-magazine-2024/may-june-2024/

Whether you are in the early or late stages of an illness, or a caregiver in need of assistance, or a grieving loved one, or you just want to help, we have a program for you. We are for love, not profit.

Learn more at https://www.oahospice.org/services/

“I've never been to a hospice. I assumed they looked like hospitals. This Hospice was so nice and cozy. It looked like someone's home. All the staff--from the volunteers to the staff to the nurses--were incredibly nice and accommodating. We had one nurse during the day, Elizabeth, that was very sweet and was with us from beginning to end.

The room was spacious and cozy. I can't believe how nice this place was. It looked like a large bedroom, not a hospital room. They really try to make it as homey as possible.

There were various memorials throughout the home (i.e. plaques for donations towards a room or item in a room). We would definitely like to make a donation soon due to the exceptional care my mother-in-law received. I'm very grateful places like this exist, and I hope the Ogeechee Area Hospice stays open for a very long time. Thank you so much for making the process easier.”

At Ogeechee Area Hospice, we provide patients with compassionate care while facing either serious advanced illnesses or the end of life. Our patients are the heart of our purpose.

If you have had a loved one receive our care, tell us how we did by leaving a review on Google or Facebook.

Hospice care improves a patient’s quality of life. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, hospice care may increase life expectancy, and research has supported that idea. They found that when patients with terminal cancer received at least one day of hospice care, their life expectancy increased by up to three months. While hospice care doesn't treat an illness, it manages pain and other symptoms, focusing on the comfort, dignity and quality of life of the person who's dying.

You can learn more about our services and our care at https://www.oahospice.org/services/.

Today on Father’s Day, we honor all dads – those that are still with us and those who are looking down on us from above. They will always hold a special place in our heart.

Caring for a loved one with an illness can take a toll, both physically and emotionally. Ogeechee Area Hospice offers inpatient respite care. The respite level of hospice care is provided on an occasional basis and offers a planned, short-term break for up to five nights for an unpaid family caregiver from the challenges of assisting a loved one with an advanced illness.

Learn more at https://www.oahospice.org/respite-care/

“My sister passed at Ogeechee Hospice. The caregivers were so wonderful. I can't even find the words to describe how great they were. Everything was perfect even dealing with a fast and overwhelming illness. I am eternally grateful.”

At Ogeechee Area Hospice, we provide patients with compassionate care while facing either serious advanced illnesses or the end of life. Our patients are the heart of our purpose.

If you have had a loved one receive our care, tell us how we did by leaving a review on Google or Facebook.

CONGRATULATION!!!!

Our lucky winner of our 2024 Rev Golf Cart is Jackson Carswell.

He told us a funny story he bought 4-tickets. He gave 2 tickets to his sister and he kept 2. The two tickets he kept were numbers 0679-0680. His ticket number 0680 won! Number 068 was yesterdays date and his daughters birthday, plus 0679. numbers 67 was the year his daughter was born.
I don't think that could ever happen again.

AMAZING! That's the best word I can think of from last night. Our community did it again. Thank you to everyone that came out and supported Ogeechee Area Hospice at our Annual Gala last night. It was an amazing event. The community here and surrounding communities never fail to surprise me on how big their hearts are.

There's so many people that have there hands in this event, but we could not pull off such an event without my committee: Tammy Horton, Cindy Kirkhart, Frank Sherrod, Lynn Rushing, and Cathy Deal. We also could not do any of our events without all of our volunteers. The ones that were working the event last night, or selling raffle tickets, or helping to collect donation items. They are simply priceless!
We also have to thank all of the businesses that donated in some way to our Gala. If it was with your time, flowers, money, or items for our silent/live auction, thank you all for everything, most of all for you support to Ogeechee Area Hospice.