Palliative and Hospice Care in River Forest, Illinois

Families in River Forest deserve end-of-life care that honors their loved one's dignity and provides genuine comfort during a challenging time. LifeChoice Hospice & Palliative Care has served Cook County communities for over 15 years, bringing medical expertise and heartfelt compassion to patients in their own homes. Located along the Des Plaines River and known for its strong sense of community, River Forest residents can access our complete hospice services without leaving their neighborhood. Our team understands that this journey requires more than medical treatment—it demands empathy, respect, and unwavering support for the entire family.

Hospice Services for River Forest Residents

River Forest families have access to comprehensive hospice care designed around each patient's individual needs:

  • Expert Pain and Symptom Control – Our medical professionals work alongside your existing doctors to address discomfort, manage medications, and maintain the highest possible quality of life
  • Professional Counseling Services – Social workers and trained counselors provide emotional support, helping everyone in the family process feelings and prepare for what lies ahead
  • Spiritual Care Tailored to Your Beliefs – Chaplains offer comfort through faith-based or non-denominational spiritual guidance, meeting each person exactly where they are
  • Personal Care from Certified Aides – Compassionate home health aides help with bathing, grooming, and daily tasks while respecting personal boundaries
  • Free Medical Equipment Delivery – Hospital beds, oxygen systems, walkers, and necessary supplies arrive at your River Forest home with full setup included
  • Always-Available Nursing Support – Our staff answers calls and responds to concerns 24 hours daily, including weekends and holidays

Steps to Begin Hospice Care in River Forest

Starting hospice services in your River Forest home involves a straightforward process:

  1.  Make Initial Contact – Dial 847-777-8888 at your convenience—our lines stay open 24/7—or email info@mylifechoice.org to request a complimentary consultation and ask questions.
  2.  Arrange an Assessment Visit – One of our skilled nurses will visit your residence to meet the patient, assess medical needs, review current treatments, and discuss goals for care.
  3.  Develop Your Customized Care Plan – We'll collaborate with you to create a comprehensive Plan of Care addressing physical symptoms, emotional well-being, spiritual comfort, and family education needs.
  4.  Begin Services Right Away – As soon as your family feels ready, our team starts providing care. Nurses, aides, social workers, and other specialists visit on a regular schedule, and we maintain communication with all healthcare providers involved

LifeChoice's Commitment to River Forest Families

Selecting hospice care represents an act of love and strength. River Forest residents choose LifeChoice because we view care as a partnership built on trust, transparency, and deep respect for each individual's wishes. Our founder, Alex Roshko, established this agency after recognizing gaps in warmth and personal attention within hospice services. That vision continues to guide every interaction our team has with patients and families.

With accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care and full Medicare certification, we meet stringent quality benchmarks. Our score of 80 out of 100 from Hospice Analytics exceeds the national average significantly, and our 98% family satisfaction rating reflects the peace of mind we bring to difficult situations. Our interdisciplinary team collaborates to address every dimension of end-of-life care, from physical comfort to grief support that extends 13 months beyond loss. River Forest veterans receive specialized care through our We Honor Veterans program, recognizing service and sacrifice with appropriate honors.

A Closer Look at Hospice Care in 

River Forest

With more than 600 lives touched, LifeChoice continues to provide trusted care in 

River Forest

 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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Over 1000 Lives Touched – See What Families Have to Say

“I cannot express strongly enough how grateful my family and I are for the support and care my father received while in hospice care. The nurse Sahyan Perez was...” Show more

Jessica Cowin

“I would like to thank Pamela and the life choice staff far providing excellent care for our loved one! They are absolutely kind and highly effective at providi...” Show more

Tanika Brown

“LifeChoice took great care of my father. Their team was communicative, reliable and supportive during a very difficult time. Their social worker Sara and...” Show more

Maggie Maxwell

“You hear many things about how wonderful Hospice can be but to experience it first hand and have an experience like this is a something else all together. Life..." Show more

Gail Wilson

“The LifeChoice team was very attentive and professional during our time we needed the help the most. They covered a full range of offerings to help care for our....” Show more

Nick Haehn

“My experience with LifeChoice has truly been a blessing. Having lost my mother in January and having to take on the role as full time caregiver for my father who....” Show more

Nathan Tutt

We had such a wonder experience with Betty, the CNA assigned to my mother. She is such a kind soul and was so helpful to my mom and my family. My mom ...” Show more

Lisa Comastro

“My Dad received excellent care from LifeChoices and it made my Dad's last months more comfortable and more dignified. I especially want to thank the nurse...” Show more

Michael Livshutz

“I want to give a big thank you to Sara, Dorian, Mariam, Rachel, Alex and Aleks and anyone else I might have forgotten. The entire team took exceptional...” Show more

Kathy Brush

“We just lost my father-in-law. Life choice gave us RN Marina and a lovely pastor (with purple hair 💜)... Marina loved gently on all of us while keeping a prof...” Show more

Jamie Nagy

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