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What makes Kirva Hospice a Jewish hospice?
Kirva Hospice, the name of our organization evolved from the Hebrew word (keer-vah), meaning closeness, caring, and companionship. In that respect, caring for hospice patients is not only our passion, it is inherent in our name. It is founded on the values and...
Ask Our Doc – Does entering hospice mean you are giving up control of your care?
By Dr. David B. SteinMedical Director, Kirva HospiceDoes entering hospice mean you are giving up control of your care? Hospice care is intended to increase the quality of life for terminally ill patients, so it cannot be forced on anyone. This form of care is...
Ask Our Doc – Is it true that once you enter hospice care, you can never go back?
By Dr. David B. SteinMedical Director, Kirva HospiceIs it true that once you enter hospice care, you can never go back? Hospice care is not a death sentence, it is simply a comprehensive service offered to patients with life limiting illnesses for whom a cure is...
Ask Our Doc – Is Hospice Care only for people who have given up on life?
By Dr. David B. SteinMedical Director, Kirva HospiceHospice Care is only for people who have given up on life It is a common misconception that hospice is about dying when in reality, it is designed to help terminally ill patients live their final days to their...
Ask Our Doc – Is Hospice Expensive?
By Dr. David B. Stein Medical Director, Kirva Hospice Is Hospice Expensive? Hospice relieves the burden of medical bills because it’s covered by Medicare and most insurance carriers. Once a patient chooses hospice care, almost all bills related to the care...
Hospice Myths & Misconceptions #3
Kirva Hospice takes a look at the most common myths and misconceptions about Hospice care. Myth #3 - Hospice means death is immanent:
Hospice Myths & Misconceptions #2
Kirva Hospice takes a look at the most common myths and misconceptions about Hospice care. Myth #2 - Hospice is expensive:
Hospice Myths & Misconceptions #1
Kirva Hospice takes a look at the most common myths and misconceptions about Hospice care. Myth #1 - Hospice is a place:
In the Beginning…
Kirva Hospice is a non-profit organization that was formed through a joint venture between two Richmond community anchors: Jewish Family Services of Richmond and Beth Sholom Senior Living of Richmond. Jewish Family Services of Richmond (JFS) was founded in 1849....
Hospice Abbreviations & Acronyms
Hospice abbreviations and acronyms are essential for understanding how hospice care works. The following list provides key words and phrases used in the field of hospice:
