Hospice Care Services in Thornton, Illinois

LifeChoice Hospice & Palliative Care brings trusted, home-based hospice services to Thornton families across Cook County with a focus on comfort, dignity, and personalized attention. Our experienced medical professionals deliver compassionate end-of-life care in the security of your own home, supporting both patients and their loved ones through every step of the hospice journey. With more than 15 years of service to Chicagoland communities, we understand the specific needs of Thornton residents and provide individualized care plans that honor each person's unique wishes and values.

Our Thornton Hospice Care Options

LifeChoice delivers these essential services to Thornton families:

  • Professional Medical Supervision: Certified hospice physicians and skilled nurses provide expert symptom management and pain relief services available 24/7
  • Compassionate Personal Care: Trained health aides assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, and daily activities while maintaining patient dignity and comfort
  • Home Medical Equipment Setup: Fast delivery and installation of hospital beds, oxygen systems, wound care supplies, and mobility assistance tools
  • Emotional Wellness Support: Qualified counselors and social workers help patients and families navigate grief, anxiety, and emotional challenges during terminal illness
  • Customized Spiritual Guidance: Professional chaplains offer prayer, religious ceremonies, and spiritual comfort that respects individual faith backgrounds and beliefs
  • Educational Support for Caregivers: Clear instruction on disease progression, medication effects, and home care techniques to help families feel more confident
  • Extended Grief Services: Comprehensive bereavement support including counseling, support groups, and remembrance activities continuing 13 months after passing

Honor Programs for Veterans: Special military ceremonies, VA benefits assistance, and specialized care approaches for service members and their families

Beginning Your Hospice Journey in Thornton

1. No-Cost Family Consultation Call LifeChoice at 847-777-8888 to discuss hospice care options and answer questions about your loved one's condition. Our Thornton team provides support 24/7.

2. Professional Medical Evaluation Our hospice doctor and registered nurse conduct a thorough assessment at your Thornton home, working with your current physician to evaluate hospice eligibility.

3. Personalized Care Strategy Development We create a detailed care plan focusing on symptom relief, emotional support, spiritual comfort, and your family's specific needs and preferences.

4. Care Team Assignment and Introduction Meet your dedicated Thornton hospice team including nurses, personal care assistants, social workers, chaplains, and trained volunteers who will support your family.

5. Immediate Care Launch All hospice services begin right away, with medical equipment delivered to your home and 24-hour emergency support activated for your family's security.

What Makes LifeChoice Special for Thornton Families

Thornton residents choose LifeChoice because we combine clinical expertise with heartfelt compassion in every aspect of our care delivery. Our organization maintains complete Medicare certification and ACHC accreditation while achieving an exceptional 98% satisfaction rating from the families we serve.

We consistently score 80 out of 100 on national quality measurements, significantly outperforming the typical hospice score of 67. Founded by registered nurse Alex Roshko following his personal experience with hospice care gaps, LifeChoice was built on the principle of providing the deeply human, attentive care every family deserves. Thornton families appreciate our quick response capabilities, personalized care approaches, and the reassurance of having skilled healthcare professionals accessible every hour. We pledge to support families throughout their entire hospice experience, offering steadfast guidance and comfort during life's most meaningful moments.

A Closer Look at Hospice Care in 

Thornton

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

Thornton

 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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