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Whether you are planning for the future or coping with serious illness right now, considering the end of life is not easy. We understand you have questions. We are eager to share what we've learned in our 40 years as a hospice care leader.

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What People Say About Us

“I had to put my aunt on hospice... I have never been in that kind of situation, so obviously I was very nervous and not sure what to expect, and felt very alone in the situation. But after calling VITAS, everything changed. They did an awesome job.”

- Patricia W., October 2019
Catherine, who goes by the nickname Punkin, with her VITAS team

“I don’t know which one (of the VITAS team) I like the best. I feel like sunshine comes in the house when they come in!”

- Catherine S., December 2016
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