Hospice Services in Summit, Illinois | LifeChoice Hospice & Palliative Care

LifeChoice Hospice & Palliative Care brings expert end-of-life support to Summit families who want their loved ones to remain comfortable at home during terminal illness. Our Cook County agency has served thousands of families since 2012, building care plans that address physical symptoms, emotional struggles, and spiritual concerns with equal attention. We recognize that each patient's situation is unique, which is why our interdisciplinary teams take time to understand personal preferences, family dynamics, and individual values before creating a care strategy. Through skilled nursing, compassionate counseling, and genuine respect for every person's journey, we help Summit residents experience dignity and peace during life's final stage.

Hospice Care We Provide in Summit

LifeChoice brings complete hospice support to Summit households, featuring:

  • Advanced pain and symptom control delivered by experienced nurses who evaluate patient comfort regularly and modify medications to address changing needs
  • Personal care assistance providing help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene while maintaining patient independence and self-respect
  • Medical equipment at no cost including hospital beds, oxygen systems, wheelchairs, and specialized supplies delivered and installed in your Summit home
  • Counseling for patients and families addressing the emotional weight of terminal illness through trained social workers who provide guidance and support
  • Spiritual support tailored to you offering chaplains who respect your beliefs and provide comfort through prayer, conversation, or quiet presence
  • Specialized care for veterans recognizing military service through our We Honor Veterans program with attention to service-related physical and emotional needs
  • Long-term grief support providing bereavement counseling and resources to family members for up to 13 months after their loved one passes

How to Begin Hospice in Summit

  1. Caring Initial Consultation - Reach our supportive team at 847-777-8888 or contact info@mylifechoice.org to discuss your loved one's condition and learn how hospice services can enhance comfort and improve quality of life.

  2. Comprehensive Home Assessment - Our qualified clinical staff visits your Summit residence for a detailed, complimentary evaluation to assess care needs and explain all available hospice programs and resources.

  3. Medical Provider Coordination - We establish collaborative relationships with your current healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care delivery and complete all necessary hospice certification requirements and documentation.

  4. Individual Care Planning - Our experienced interdisciplinary team creates a comprehensive care strategy addressing medical requirements, emotional needs, and spiritual support based on your family's specific values and goals.

  5. Care Team Assignment - You'll meet your designated team of nurses, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers who will provide consistent, reliable support services.
  6. Complete Service Implementation - Begin receiving scheduled home visits, prescription management, equipment coordination, family education, and 24-hour emergency assistance ensuring total comfort and care for your Summit household.

Summit's Trusted Hospice Partner

Summit families select LifeChoice based on our proven record of quality care. We've achieved a 98% satisfaction rate alongside a 4.9-star rating, reflecting genuine appreciation from families who experienced our compassionate approach. Our agency maintains ACHC accreditation and Medicare certification, and we've earned a quality score of 80 out of 100—significantly outperforming the national average of 67—which confirms our ability to deliver superior clinical outcomes and family support.

Since our founding over 15 years ago, we've remained committed to making end-of-life care as comfortable and meaningful as possible for Illinois families. Our team monitors the phone line at 847-777-8888 continuously, ensuring someone is always available to respond to emergencies, answer concerns, or provide reassurance when Summit families need it most. We understand that terminal illness affects everyone in the household, and we're dedicated to supporting the entire family with both medical expertise and heartfelt compassion throughout this journey.

A Closer Look at Hospice Care in 

Summit

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

Summit

 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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