
Burnham families pour energy into activities that don't actually help their terminally ill loved ones—researching miracle cures online, chasing alternative treatments, arguing with insurance companies, and desperately searching for answers when the real answer is accepting reality and providing comfort. LifeChoice Hospice & Palliative Care redirects Cook County residents' efforts toward actions that genuinely improve remaining time. Since 2012, we've helped thousands of households stop wasting precious energy fighting inevitable outcomes and start investing that same energy into creating peaceful, meaningful final experiences. Our teams focus families on what actually matters during limited time.
Burnham households channel energy productively through these focused hospice services:


Burnham families consistently discover their efforts become meaningful once directed toward achievable goals rather than impossible outcomes. Satisfaction surveys show 98 households out of every 100 appreciate the realistic guidance we provide, while online reviews reflect average ratings of 4.9 stars. Regulatory bodies including ACHC have accredited our services, Medicare has certified our agency, and independent quality measurements place our performance at 80 compared to typical scores of 67.
Throughout 15-plus years serving Illinois communities, we've learned that misdirected effort creates exhaustion without benefit. Our staff monitors the phone line at 847-777-8888 around the clock, helping Burnham residents redirect energy productively. We focus on guiding families away from futile pursuits toward actions that genuinely improve comfort, create meaningful connections, and build peaceful memories. The goal isn't fixing the unfixable—it's accepting reality while maximizing whatever quality time remains, ensuring energy gets invested where it actually makes a difference rather than being wasted chasing outcomes that medical science cannot deliver.

With more than 600 lives touched, LifeChoice continues to provide trusted care in
Burnham
and across DuPage County. Watch our video and discover how we bring clarity, comfort, and compassion into the lives of those we serve. See what truly personalized hospice care looks like in your community.
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Hospice care is typically recommended for individuals with a life-limiting illness and a prognosis of six months or less, should the illness run its normal course. If your loved one is experiencing frequent hospitalizations, weight loss, declining function, or increasing need for care, they may qualify. LifeChoice offers free consultations throughout Chicago and the Chicagoland area to help determine eligibility.

LifeChoice Hospice makes it easy to verify your loved one’s insurance coverage. We work with Medicare, Medicaid, VA benefits, and most private insurance providers. Families in Chicago and surrounding communities can contact our team for a fast and confidential eligibility check.

Not at all. While many hospice patients have cancer, hospice care also supports individuals with advanced heart disease, dementia, lung disease, kidney failure, and other serious conditions. In Chicago and nearby areas, LifeChoice provides compassionate hospice care for a wide range of diagnoses.

In most cases, hospice care can begin within 24 hours of a referral or request—sometimes even the same day. LifeChoice serves patients throughout the greater Chicago region and can quickly coordinate care at home, in nursing facilities, or in assisted living communities.

Yes. Most of the hospice care we provide across Chicago and the Chicagoland area takes place in the comfort of home. Our teams bring medical support, emotional care, and spiritual guidance directly to patients and families wherever they reside.

Hospice care is typically covered 100% by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans. Veterans may also receive coverage through the VA. At LifeChoice, we help families in and around Chicago navigate the financial aspects so they can focus on care and comfort.

Hospice care is a form of palliative care for those nearing the end of life, typically with a prognosis of six months or less. Palliative care, however, can be provided at any stage of a serious illness and alongside curative treatments. LifeChoice offers both types of care to patients across Chicago and neighboring communities.