LifeChoice Hospice is here to support families across the Chicagoland Area with compassion and clarity — through care decisions, grief, and healing. Need guidance? Call us 847-777-8888. Need to refer a patient? Start the referral process today.
Losing a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences we can face, and it can be difficult to know how to cope with the overwhelming emotions that come with grief. Fortunately, there are many resources available to support individuals and families as they navigate this difficult journey. In this article, we will discuss grief support services, including who is supported, how services are provided, and the best way to make the first step in seeking help.
Bereavement counseling is a type of therapy that aims to help people who are dealing with grief and loss. Sometimes people who are grieving need to talk about their loss but are unable to find a safe space to do so. It is our goal to establish a relationship with all of our patients and their loved ones that allows those in need to feel comfortable to receive counseling or any necessary referrals.
It is our goal here at LifeChoice Hospice to ensure our patients are not only receiving exemplary medical attention and care, but are also receiving the socialization and support that so important in these difficult times.
In our unique role we are able to coordinate services with direct service providers, pharmacies, hospitals, veteran affairs, and nursing homes to ensure our patients are connected with the resources that they need.
Emotional support involves providing comfort and empathy to patients during times of distress. This can include listening to their concerns, providing a safe space for them to express their emotions, and offering encouragement and validation. Emotional support can also involve providing resources such as counseling or therapy.
Because feelings deserve understanding, comfort, and compassionate care, too.
In this video, you’ll see how LifeChoice offers emotional support with empathy, presence, and understanding. Whether it’s easing anxiety, listening with care, or simply being there, we support patients and families with heart. If you or a loved one needs emotional support, call 847-777-8888 or request a free consultation below - we’re here to help.
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We proudly serve Northern Chicago and the Northwest Suburbs, including Cook, Lake, McHenry, and DuPage counties, ensuring compassionate care and support across these communities.
LifeChoice Hospice offers peaceful and supportive end-of-life care in McHenry County. Our team focuses on relieving pain, enhancing comfort, and being present for families during life’s most tender moments. Whether at home or in a care facility, we deliver trusted hospice services with dignity and grace.
LifeChoice Hospice provides compassionate end-of-life care in Lake County, easing pain, enhancing comfort, and supporting families. Whether at home or in a facility, we ensure expert medical care and emotional support with dignity and respect.
LifeChoice Hospice provides expert hospice care throughout Cook County, combining advanced medical support with personal attention. We prioritize comfort, clarity, and quality of life, ensuring each patient and family feels supported and respected at every step of the journey.
In Kane County, LifeChoice Hospice delivers personalized care that honors each patient’s needs, preferences, and values. From skilled pain management to thoughtful support for loved ones, we ensure a meaningful and dignified experience—wherever care is needed.
LifeChoice Hospice brings compassionate care to individuals and families in DuPage County, focusing on peace, comfort, and connection. Whether at home or in a facility, we guide patients through their end-of-life journey with skilled care and gentle understanding.
LifeChoice Hospice provides compassionate emotional support through trained social workers, chaplains, and counselors. We help patients in Chicago and surrounding areas cope with fear, sadness, anxiety, or isolation - ensuring they feel heard, respected, and never alone.
Families receive emotional guidance through counseling, education, and one-on-one support. Whether you're in the city or a nearby suburb, our team is here to help you process emotions, prepare for what’s ahead, and find stability during an uncertain time.
Yes. LifeChoice offers bereavement services for up to 13 months after a loss. Families in the Chicagoland area can access grief counseling, support groups, and memorial programs to help navigate the healing process at their own pace.
Absolutely. Our care coordinators are available to speak with you and your family—by phone, video call, or in person—to explain what hospice care is, what it involves, and how it can support everyone involved.
Yes. Licensed social workers are a key part of our hospice team and visit regularly to provide emotional support, address concerns, and help families with planning, resources, and communication.
Anxiety is treated through a combination of emotional counseling, calming techniques, and—if needed—medication. Our goal is to ease distress and create a peaceful environment for patients and families throughout the Chicago area.
Yes. Caregivers receive emotional support through counseling, education, and regular check-ins. We understand the emotional toll of caregiving and are committed to supporting you as you care for your loved one.
Yes. Our team provides age - appropriate support to children and teens who are coping with a loved one’s serious illness or loss. We help families communicate openly and offer resources to guide children through grief.
Definitely. Emotional support services are available by phone or secure video, making it easy to connect with a counselor or social worker - no matter where you are in Chicago or nearby communities.
Of course. Emotional support is available from day one. Whether you need guidance, reassurance, or just someone to listen, our team is here for you - right from the start.