A hospice company that cares exclusively for residents of Harmony Homes.
Unity Hospice provides exceptional care, comfort, and support that encompasses the whole person: mind, body & spirit.
Unity Hospice was created to offer a holistic and compassionate choice for end of life care. We are dedicated to the belief that everyone should have an opportunity to actively participate in their plan of care, having not only their physical needs met, but their concerns, desires, and hopes heard. Unity Hospice is the first in New England to provide exclusive hospice services to residents of Harmony Homes. Unity provides concierge, 40 hours/week tailored hospice care to your loved one.We will work together with you and your loved ones to provide a supportive, team approach to end of life care that emphasizes communication & compassion. Under the direction of our skilled Medical Director & Director of Patient Services, our team undergoes extensive and ongoing training in the needs of people who are in the final stages of life. We will work together to help our patients and their family through these passages with dignity and compassion, allowing for peace & healing at the final phase of life.Hear from the Team
“Unity Hospice is privileged to serve the patients and families of Harmony Homes by the Bay in Durham, NH. Strategically nestled within the assisted living facility, Unity Hospice offers more than 50 hours of on-site support through dedicated nursing resources, spiritual guidance and social work services: We even have our very own therapy dog named Gus! This unique approach allows the care team to make end of life a true celebration; honoring an individual's experiences with dignity, compassion, and even a little bit of fun.”
- Rebecca Wittman, Unity Hospice Administrator
“Working at Unity Hospice as a chaplain means offering compassion, comfort, and spiritual support to individuals and their families during life’s most challenging moments. At Unity Hospice, I have the privilege of providing a presence of peace and understanding, helping to navigate the emotional and spiritual journey at the end of life. Each day, I am reminded of the profound strength and resilience of the human spirit, and I believe that death has so much to teach us about life, love, and what truly matters. Being part of the Unity Hospice team and sharing in this sacred time in people's lives is both humbling and deeply fulfilling.”
-Roman Archer, Unity Chaplain
“Hospice care focuses on care, comfort, and the quality of life of a person whom has serious illness and is approaching the end of life”.
Here at Unity Hospice, we take a unique approach to providing the best end of life care. As a team we incorporate physical, emotional, social and spiritual dimensions of ones well-being to treat the individual.
Our unique multidisciplinary team includes doctors, PA, nurses, LNA, social workers, chaplain, and volunteers. The health care team is designed and tailored to support the individual and family through the complexities of end-of-life care.
Being a nurse at Unity Hospice is an honor. Not only am I able to provide one on one care to the residents in a slow paced, minimal stimulus environment but I am able to collaborate with the family to incorporate emotional support, compassion, empathy and education tailored to the individual. The personalized attention and dedication create unparallel bonds.”
-Trisha Sullivan, Unity Hospice RN
Eligibility & Referrals
A physician must certify that you or your loved one has a life limiting illness. A referral can be made by a patient, family member, or physician. Once on hospice, patients must be routinely reassessed to ensure they continue to qualify. The patient or decision making family member may revoke hospice at any time.
Core Services
Nursing Services
Hospice Social Services
Assistance with Acquiring Needed Equipment & Medication
Personal Care Services
Spiritual Services
Bereavement Services
Hospice Volunteer Services
“Hospice is about choosing to focus on whats most important at this time of life.”
Frequently Asked Questions:
FAQ
How is Hospice paid for? Hospice is a Medicare benefit, meaning there is no out of pocket cost associated with care or services provided by our team.
How do I know if my loved one qualifies for hospice? Together with our Medical Director, we utilize a variety of clinical information to determine if the time is right for your loved one to join our family. We encourage early intervention when it comes to end of life needs.
What will the Medicare benefit cover? The Medicare Hospice benefit covers visits from nurses and physicians, counseling team, volunteers, durable medical equipment, prescriptions related to your illness, and so much more.
What are the benefits of hospice? Hospice helps families with the transition from seeking curative means of living to focusing on quality of life for our loved one's last season with us. We focus our time on life review, symptom management, and ensuring a passing that is dignified and honorable.
Does hospice mean I am giving up? Not at all! It means that you have recognized this season of your life requires a care team that can help you to the finish line, in your own time and with optimized comfort levels. Hospice does not hasten death, rather, it invites healing and closure throughout the journey to end of life.