Care for most hospice patients is provided in their homes. However, care is also available at Morrison House, a seven-bed inpatient facility in Zanesville. Morrison House is the only designated inpatient care available in the six counties Genesis serves.

The Genesis Hospice care team may recommend that your loved one have a short stay at Morrison House when symptoms require more assistance than can be provided at home or when the caregiver needs a break or respite. Our trained hospice providers visit Morrison House to review patients' symptoms and adjust the care plan to provide the best quality of care possible.

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When to stay at Morrison House

Morrison House is intended for a short-term stay with the focus of returning to the previous care setting when symptoms are controlled. Patients at Morrison House receive specialized care with all the comforts of home. Families are welcome to visit their loved one at Morrison House any time day or night.

Respite care is a level of care that is provided in Morrison House to provide relief for the caregiver or family. This care is for five days in a row, once a month. After five days, the patient returns to their home environment.

Home-like environment

Morrison House offers a comfortable, state of the art, home-like environment and is staffed around the clock with nurses and patient care technicians. Social workers and chaplains are also available as needed. Morrison House includes:
• A family kitchen
• A large family room for gatherings
• A reflection room for quiet moments
• Private patio gardens outside each patient room
Morrison House is a non-smoking facility.

Support options

We’re here to help each patient and their family live each day as they choose. Genesis Hospice provides a comprehensive plan of care that is based on patient/family goals, symptom management, spiritual and social well-being. This may include therapy or a form of alternative therapy. The primary focus is to provide comfort and alleviate pain or symptoms. Types of therapy can include:
• Physical
• Occupational
Alternative therapies include:
• Aromatherapy
• Pet therapy
• Music therapy
• Clown therapy
• Support group therapy

Patient referral

A doctor’s order is not needed to receive information about hospice. Family, friends, nurses, physicians, clergy… anyone can ask to talk with us in your home, at Morrison House, or a location of your choice on a date and time that best fits your schedule. We are available 24/7 to talk with you about hospice services and how our team can help.

Contact us today to get the quality, compassionate and comprehensive care you deserve.

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(740) 454-5365 (800) 953-7673

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Charitable, nonprofit hospice care

Genesis Hospice is a charitable hospice that has been providing compassionate, end-of-life care for more than 35 years. We are the only nonprofit hospice in the area offering comprehensive care including in-home, Morrison House, nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Who qualifies for hospice care?

You or a loved one may be eligible for hospice care during the end stages of a life-limiting illness such as:

AIDS
ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis)
Alzheimer’s disease
Cancer
Chronic respiratory illness
Heart failure
Liver or kidney failure
Parkinson’s disease

Care when and where you need it

Receive hospice care anywhere you call home, including a family member’s house, a nursing home or an assisted living residence. The hospice team will visit regularly and a hospice nurse is available 24/7 to answer questions or assist with medical concerns.

If you need more care than can be provided at home, ask about staying at the Morrison House.

You may receive hospice care for an unlimited amount of time, depending on the course of the illness. If you believe hospice is a good option now, but change your mind later, you may stop receiving hospice services at any time. Resuming hospice care is as easy as a phone call to our office.

Choosing a hospice provider

We understand the challenges you may be facing when you need to consider hospice care for your loved one. How do you know when a company is local? What companies are non-profit, and which ones are for-profit? Does every hospice have its own inpatient unit if needed?

These are just a few of the questions you may be asking. You might not even know what to ask. Here are some resources you may find helpful as you research hospice care.

Comparing Hospice Providers

You might also want to check out Medicare’s website to compare Genesis Hospice with others.

Learn more about how the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services help you make informed decisions about choosing a hospice provider through the Hospice Quality Reporting Program.

Grief support

Grief support services are available to friends and family at any time. Genesis Hospice has a dedicated bereavement counselor to help with your needs. Find a grief support group or learn about Genesis Spiritual Care.

Your hospice team

Get comprehensive care from a hospice team dedicated to meeting your physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs. Count on us to encourage, support and train family members to care for loved ones. We’re here to support you around the clock.

Insurance coverage

Hospice care is covered by Medicare and most insurance plans. Check with your insurance carrier to find out if your plan includes hospice care. Care will be provided regardless of payer source. Financial resources are available.

Honoring our veterans

Find care that addresses the unique needs of those who served our country. Genesis is the only “We Honor Veterans” level four hospice partner in the area. That means you can trust us to:

Provide high-quality care to veterans
Honor and recognize veterans for their service
Provide education to our staff and volunteers about the needs of veterans
Maintain relationships with local and national veteran organizations
Increase access and improve quality of care for veterans in our community

Give to Genesis Hospice Care

Genesis Hospice Care is a 501 (c)(3) organization. If you would like to donate financially, you can complete and submit the donation form below or call 740-454-5364 to discuss options.

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