Hospice Care Across East Texas
Compassionate Hospice Care Across East Texas
At The Hospice of East Texas, we are honored to provide compassionate, patient-centered hospice care to individuals and families throughout East Texas. As a nonprofit organization deeply rooted in the communities we serve, our mission is to support patients facing life-limiting illness with comfort, dignity, and respect; wherever they call home.
For over 40-years, we have partnered with families, physicians, hospitals, and caregivers to ensure that high-quality hospice and palliative care is accessible across East Texas, including rural communities, small towns, and larger regional hubs.
Proudly Serving Communities Throughout East Texas
The Hospice of East Texas serves patients and families across a 23-county region, ensuring that compassionate end-of-life care is available close to home. Our experienced interdisciplinary care teams travel throughout East Texas to provide consistent, personalized care, whether services are needed in the patient’s home, assisted living community, nursing facility, or hospital setting.
We understand that every community is unique, and our approach reflects the needs, values, and traditions of the families we serve throughout East Texas.
Counties We Serve in East Texas
The Hospice of East Texas currently provides hospice services in the following counties:
- Anderson County
- Cass County
- Cherokee County
- Freestone County
- Gregg County
- Harrison County
- Henderson County
- Hopkins County
- Houston County
- Kaufman County
- Leon County
- Marion County
- Morris County
- Nacogdoches County
- Panola County
- Rains County
- Rusk County
- San Augustine County
- Shelby County
- Smith County
- Upshur County
- Van Zandt County
- Wood County
Local Hospice Care – Wherever You Call Home
Our commitment to East Texas means meeting patients and families where they are both physically and emotionally. Hospice care through The Hospice of East Texas is designed to provide comfort and peace in familiar surroundings whenever possible.
Our care teams serve patients across all 23 counties by delivering:
- In-home Hospice Care
- Support in Assisted Living or Nursing Facilities
- Coordination With Hospitals and Physicians
- 24/7 Access to Clinical Support
No matter the county or community, families can rely on consistent care, clear communication, and compassionate guidance throughout the hospice journey.
Hospice Services Available Across All 23 Counties
- In-Home Hospice Care
Personalized care focused on comfort, symptom management, and quality of life. - Pain and Symptom Management
Expert medical oversight to manage pain, breathing difficulties, fatigue, and other symptoms. - Emotional and Spiritual Support
Counseling and spiritual care for patients and families, honoring individual beliefs and values. - Caregiver Education and Support
Guidance and training to help families confidently care for their loved one. - Bereavement and Grief Support
Ongoing grief services for families before and after a loss. - Veterans Hospice Care
Specialized support honoring the unique needs of veterans and their families.
All services are provided with a focus on dignity, comfort, and compassionate support across every county we serve.
Why Families Across East Texas Trust The Hospice of East Texas
Families throughout East Texas choose The Hospice of East Texas because of our longstanding commitment to compassionate, community-based care. As a nonprofit hospice provider, our focus is always on people, not profit.
Families trust us for:
- Decades of experience serving East Texas communities
- Highly trained interdisciplinary hospice teams
- A patient and family-centered approach
- Strong partnerships with local healthcare providers
- Respectful, culturally sensitive care
We are honored to walk alongside families across East Texas during some of life’s most important moments.
Getting Hospice Care in Your County
Starting hospice care does not have to feel overwhelming. The Hospice of East Texas makes the process simple and supportive for families throughout our service area.
Hospice care can begin with:
- A referral from a physician or hospital.
- A request from a family member or caregiver.
Our team is available to answer questions, verify eligibility and help families understand their care options without pressure or obligation.
To learn more about hospice care in your county or to request a consultation, contact The Hospice of East Texas today. Compassionate support is just a phone call away. (800) 777-9860
Frequently Asked Questions About Hospice Care in East Texas
Do you provide hospice care in my county?
If you live in one of the 23 counties we serve across East Texas, our hospice team is available to help.
Can hospice care be provided at home?
Yes. Most hospice care is provided in the patient’s home, though services are also available in facilities when needed.
How quickly can hospice care begin?
Hospice care can often begin within 24–48 hours after referral and eligibility determination.
Who can refer a patient to hospice?
Physicians, hospitals, caregivers, and family members may all initiate a hospice referral.