About
Peaceful Purpose Hospice is a locally owned and operated hospice provider, founded and run by nurses who understand that compassionate care is at the heart of healthcare. Our commitment to excellence allows us to offer exceptional support to our patients and their families. We are deeply rooted in our community, ensuring that every individual receives the personalized care they deserve. At Peaceful Purpose, our mission is to humbly serve the community by providing quality care and support to patients and their loved ones, while nearing the end of life’s journey. We purposely operate to provide PEACE, SUPPORT, COMFORT, and TRUST.
Care Services
What is Hospice?
Hospice care is designed for individuals in the final stages of an incurable illness, focusing on ensuring comfort and helping them live their remaining days as fully as possible.
Hospice professionals do not aim to cure diseases; instead, they focus on managing symptoms to enhance the quality of life. This approach emphasizes pain relief, emotional support, and holistic care tailored to each patient's needs.
Moreover, hospice care values the involvement of family members and caregivers, encouraging them to participate in decisions that impact the patient’s care. This collaborative approach fosters a supportive environment, allowing families to feel connected and empowered during this critical time.
TYPES OF CARE
Routine Home Care visits are made wherever the patient calls home, whether a private residence, a personal care home, assisted living facility, or nursing home. Visit frequencies varies on a case-by-case basis providing physical, emotional and spiritual support to the patient, including monitoring pain, managing symptoms, addressing nutritional needs, watching for emotional issues, and offering support. Team members also teach the family and/or caregiver how to provide the best personal care to the patient.
Continuous Care is provided when the patient is in a crisis and symptom(s) cannot be managed with routine home care. The hospice team continuously provides care at the patient’s residence until the symptom(s) are managed.
Respite Care provides temporary relief to the caregiver by transferring the patient to a facility that is contracted with Peaceful Purpose Hospice of Georgia for a maximum of five days.
Inpatient Care begins when other efforts to manage symptoms have been ineffective and a higher level of care is deemed necessary by the hospice team and attending physician as authorized by Medicare, Medicaid or commercial insurance. Provided in a contracted inpatient facility, this level of care is designed for stabilization of acute needs and symptom management and the patient returning to the routine home setting.
Payor sources
Medicare Part A, Medicaid, and select commercial insurances.
*Hospice services are provided without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, communicable disease, place of national origin or ability to pay.
Advantages
Choosing a smaller, locally owned hospice agency can offer unique benefits that enhance the care experience for terminally ill patients and their families. Here are three key reasons to consider:
Personalized Care: Smaller agencies often provide a more individualized approach, allowing for tailored care plans that reflect the specific needs and preferences of each patient and their family. This personalized attention fosters stronger relationships and ensures that care feels more compassionate and aligned with family values. We treat each and every patient and their family as we would a family member. Not only will we treat you like family but you’ll really feel like you’re a part of our family too. By choosing a small hospice, you’ll have the opportunity to get to know and be directly involved with each member of your loved ones’ hospice care team. We ensure that patients and families come first and provide care beyond industry standards and patient expectations.
Collaborative Support: With a smaller team, communication tends to be more direct and efficient. Families can expect more frequent interactions with caregivers who are familiar with their unique circumstances, leading to a collaborative environment where everyone feels involved in the care process. You’ll find comfort in knowing your loved ones’ hospice care team is always close by, allowing for faster response times. We have a care team available to provide care 24 hours a day, seven days a week who answer phone calls day and night and can respond within minutes, if needed.
Innovative Practices: Smaller agencies are often more agile and open to adopting innovative practices. This flexibility enables them to implement new ideas and approaches quickly, ensuring that patients receive the most effective and cutting-edge care in a supportive environment.
Respiratory Expert:
Dr. Anil Puri, MD is our Medical Director and a Pulmonologist. He specializes in pulmonary disease, has over 19 years of experience, and is board certified in Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Puri expertise includes treatment of respiratory conditions such as COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and emphysema.
Pain Mangement Expert:
Dr. Richardson, is our associate medical director, is highly experienced and dedicated medical professional with specialized training in Geriatric and Hospice medicine. As a fellowship-trained expert in these fields, Dr. Richardson brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to the care of older adults and those with serious, life-limiting illnesses.
In addition to geriatric and hospice medicine, Dr. Richardson has pursued extensive education in Pain management, demonstrating a commitment to advancing expertise and delivering comprehensive care. Over the past seven years, Dr. Richardson has successfully managed a robust pain medicine program, providing care to over 5,000 patients. This experience has honed Dr. Richardson's skills in addressing complex pain issues, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of life possible.
Dr. Richardson is recognized for a patient-centered approach, combining clinical excellence with compassionate care. This blend of expertise and empathy makes Dr. Richardson a trusted and respected figure in the medical community.
