Amedisys Hospice of Tupelo

Mission Statement

Amedisys Hospice provides an individualized program of physical, emotional, spiritual and practical care for people in the last phases of an incurable disease, with an emphasis on control of pain and other symptoms. The program is relflective of a spirit and idea of caring that emphasizes comfort and dignity for the dying, making it possible for them to remain independent for as long as possible, and in familar surroundings. Hospice care is centered on both the patient and family/caregiver. Hosipice personnel respect and respond to the unique differences in the familiy/caregiver, lifestyle, values and wishes. Hospice affirms life.