Omega House offers a peaceful, homelike environment for terminally ill people and provides end-of-life care that emphasizes compassion, independence, respect and dignity. In cooperation with local hospice programs, Omega House provides residents with exceptional care and attention 24-hours a day, seven days a week.

Omega House is for those people:

• living in a limited support situation as a complement to a hospice agency program.
• living with an elderly or infirm partner whose own condition prevents them from being able to provide adequate care or support.
• who are unable or fearful of caring for their loved one at home during their final phase of life.

Any person in a hospice program or who would qualify for hospice care is eligible to live at Omega House. Medications, supplies and equipment are usually paid for by Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurances.

Residents and their families receive individualized care that addresses their physical, emotional, spiritual, psychological and social needs. Hospice caregivers help control pain and symptoms so residents can live each day more comfortably and with dignity.

Each of the seven patient rooms has:

• A private bathroom
• A recliner
• Cable television
• Individual controls for heating and cooling
• Plenty of seating for visitors
• A large, low window with a view of the surrounding gardens and trees

Also available:

• Personal 24-hour care from trained staff and volunteers
• Home-cooked meals served any time
• Laundry and housekeeping services
• A specially designed bathroom including a "wheel-in" shower and whirlpool bath
• A living room with television, VCR, laptop computer and piano
• A kitchen and dining room area for use by residents and families
• Special outdoor spaces including a patio and gardens
• A meditation room for when a quiet, private place is needed
• Bereavement support for social, emotional and spiritual needs

Residents are charged a daily rate based on an individual’s ability to pay and using a sliding scale. Medicaid is also accepted. Omega House staff will be happy to meet you and your family to determine an acceptable payment plan. Generous community support enables Omega House to care for people with limited insurance and finances. No one is turned away from Omega House due to lack of financial resources.