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At VITAS Healthcare, we’re committed to improving the quality of care you provide your patients, residents and members with advanced illness. As a national leader in hospice care for 40 years, VITAS cares for complex patients and manages health care transitions.

VITAS understands what it takes to care for patients and their families in the final stages of life. Our reputation is distinguished by our deep expertise in hospice and palliative care.

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What People Say About Us

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“It didn’t matter if it was 2 o’clock in the morning or if it was 4 o’clock in the afternoon on a Friday, VITAS was there for us.”

- Randy

“The staff were very attentive and caring to my dad in his time of need. Towards the last few days of life, they had 24-hour shifts monitoring and providing for his care.”

- Linda
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