VITAS Inpatient Hospice Unit at Methodist Dallas Medical Center
When hospice patients need care beyond what can be managed at home, the VITAS Inpatient Hospice Unit at Methodist Dallas Medical Center is a home-like setting where patients can receive the individualized, around the clock care they need. Our goal is to help patients return to their home as quickly as possible, where we will continue to provide support.
Our compassionate and professional healthcare providers staff the hospice unit 24/7 to ensure pain and other symptoms are well managed in collaboration with the patient's personal physician.
Visitor Information
- Located on the fifth floor of Schenkel Tower
- Visitors welcome 24/7
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, visiting hours and amenities may be limited to ensure the safety and health of patients, visitors, and staff.
Are you visiting someone on hospice?
Meet the VITAS Hospice Team
Physician
The physician closely monitors the progression of the patient’s illness, prescribes appropriate medications and coordinates care with other members of the team.
Hospice Nurse
The hospice nurse is skilled in assessing and managing pain and other symptoms. A nurse may also help with personal care.
Hospice Aide
Hospice aides provide personal care to the patient. They are also the “eyes and ears” for the rest of the hospice team.
Social Worker
The social worker acts as a friendly and skilled listener and provides emotional support.
Volunteer
The hospice volunteer can bring music or a Paw Pals animal companion, and spends quality time with the patient and family.
Chaplain
The chaplain ministers to the spiritual needs of patients and families of all faiths, and can work with their clergy.
