What is hospice care?

Hospice care prioritizes comfort, dignity and quality of life for people with advanced illness who no longer want aggressive treatment. Care is provided at home or in other care settings.

Locations

Care may be provided: 

  • At home 
  • In senior living communities 
  • In inpatient settings, when appropriate 

We help patients receive expert care in the setting that best meets their needs, with support for their families.

What you can can expect

  • Pain and symptom relief 
  • Emotional and spiritual support 
  • A dedicated care team 
  • Caregiver support and respite 
  • 24/7 guidance and support 
  • Care tailored to patient goals

Join our team

Roles are open for a hospice physician and various clinical and administrative positions within the hHospice cCare team, including: home care nurse, hospice aide, admissions nurse, health information management specialist, and more. See all current openings here.

About Gilchrist and Inova

Gilchrist is a nationally recognized nonprofit hospice and serious illness care provider. Its collaboration with Inova brings Gilchrist’s expertise and Inova’s coordinated, patient-centered care to Northern Virginia.

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