Hospice Care
When comfort matters most, we are here. Covenant Health HomeCare and Hospice has walked alongside East Tennessee families since 1978, and we will walk alongside yours.
Care That Puts Your Family First
For nearly 50 years, our hospice team has helped patients and families face some of life’s hardest moments with comfort, dignity, and support. We coordinate every aspect of care, so your family can focus on what matters most: being together.
Our team recently earned a 100% on national quality measures for patient care, including pain and symptom management. That standard reflects what we believe every patient deserves.
We Are Ready to Listen
Starting hospice care begins with a conversation, not a commitment. When you call, our team will explain how hospice works, answer every question you have, and help you understand what to expect. There is no pressure, and you do not need to have all the answers before you reach out.
- Explain how hospice care works
- Answer your questions about comfort care options
- Coordinate with your current doctors
- Create a personalized care plan for your home
We will work with your current physicians and create a care plan built around your loved one’s needs and wishes.
How We Care
Hospice at Covenant Health is a team effort. Nurses, physicians, social workers, chaplains, counselors, and trained volunteers work together around your loved one’s goals, not a standard protocol.
We care for the whole family. That means supporting the person receiving hospice care and the people who love them, through the hard days and the quiet ones alike.
Your Care Team
Every patient is supported by a full team. Here is who will be there for your family.
The Four Levels of Hospice Care
Every patient is different. These four care levels allow us to adjust support as needs change.
Routine Care
The most common level of hospice care. Our team visits your home on a regular schedule to manage symptoms, provide nursing care, and check in on your family. The frequency of visits is based on your loved one’s needs.
Continuous Care
When a patient is going through a difficult period and needs more support, our team can provide extended care at home, including overnight visits, to help stabilize symptoms and keep your loved one comfortable.
Respite Care
Caring for a loved one is demanding. Respite care gives family caregivers a short period of rest by arranging care for your loved one at a partnering facility for up to five days. This is not a step back in care. It is a way to help your family sustain the caregiving role.
General Inpatient Care
If symptoms cannot be managed at home, your loved one may receive a short stay at a partnering facility where the care team can address more complex needs. Once symptoms are under control, care returns home.
What Hospice Includes:
Every service below can be provided in your home or wherever you are most comfortable.
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Medical Care
– Skilled Nursing
– Pain and Symptom Management
– Medical Equipment and Supplies
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Emotional and Spiritual Support
– Chaplain and Spiritual Support
– Bereavement Support
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Practical Support
– Personal Care Assistance
– Medical Social Services
– Volunteer Support
– Respite Care
Choosing Hospice Is an Act of Love
Many families wonder if choosing hospice means giving up. It does not. Hospice is a decision to prioritize comfort, presence, and quality of life. It means your loved one is surrounded by expert care and by family, at home, for as long as possible.
- It treats the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, not just the illness.
- It keeps families together at home rather than in a clinical setting.
- It brings a full team of professionals to your door, so no one person carries the weight of caregiving alone.
- Medicare covers most hospice services.
Did a Nurse Make a Difference for Your Family?
The DAISY Award celebrates nurses who go beyond clinical skill to bring compassion and heart to their work. If a Covenant Health HomeCare and Hospice nurse made a difference for your family, take a moment to honor them.
Recognized for the Care That Matters Most
Covenant Health HomeCare and Hospice meets the highest standards in home health and hospice care, as recognized by leading national organizations. We are also Medicare certified since 1978.
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CHAP Accredited
Community Health Accreditation Partner
The gold standard for home health accreditation since 1965.
Covenant Health Homecare and Hospice is accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP), the gold standard for home health and hospice quality. CHAP accreditation means our care meets independently verified national standards.
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U.S. News Best Home Health 2026
U.S. News and World Report
Based on real patient outcomes and family experience.
Covenant Health Homecare and Hospice has been named one of the best home health agencies in the country by U.S. News and World Report, based on rigorous analysis of real patient outcomes and family experience.
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We Honor Veterans
Learn About Our Veterans ProgramsLevel V Partner (Highest Tier)
Honoring veterans with the dignity they deserve at the end of life.
Covenant Health Homecare and Hospice is a Level V partner with We Honor Veterans, the highest recognition available. We provide specialized end-of-life care that honors the service and unique needs of veterans.
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What’s the Difference Between Palliative Care and Hospice
Learn What’s Right for Your SituationWhile these types of care share common goals, they serve different purposes at different stages of illness.
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Homecare and Hospice Frequently Asked Questions
Read Our FAQsConfused by the types of care? We’re here to answer all your questions.
