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We Honor Veterans

Genesis Hospice Care offers a "We Honor Veterans" program to offer care and guidance for veterans and their families. Genesis Hospice Care has earned a Level IV Partnership, the highest ranking. We’re the only hospice in our area achieving this high level for the unique program available for veterans. The "We Honor Veterans" program accompanies and guides veterans and their families toward the best quality end-of- life care.

How do we do this? Our caregivers and volunteers receive advanced training to address the special needs of people who have served our country. One of the goals of the program is to honor and recognize veterans for their service, and veterans in Hospice Care and family members are honored with pinning ceremonies.

Volunteers in Action

As part of the “We Honor Veteran” program, Genesis Hospice offers a Veteran-to-Veteran (Vet-to-Vet) volunteer program. This innovative model for serving veterans facing the end of life pairs veterans volunteers with hospice patients who have been identified as veterans. The veteran volunteers receive special training to help those who have served our country and have the ability to connect with veteran patients and their families.

You Can Help

Are you a veteran who likes to help others? Learn how you can become a Vet- to-Vet volunteer. There are lots of opportunities to help veterans in our area. If you’d like more information about the Vet-to-Vet program, contact the Volunteer Consultant at 740-454-5364.

Honoring Our Veterans

The “We Honor Veterans” campaign is by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization in conjunction with the Department of Veteran Affairs. If you’d like more information about the “We Honor Veterans” campaign, go to wehonorveterans.org.

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Volunteer at Genesis Hospice

Every volunteer has a unique contribution to make at Genesis Hospice.

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Whether you have swift fingers on the keyboard, enjoy talking and listening to people, or are good at repairing and building things, we can match you with a job that needs done. Every person has special skills and hospice offers opportunities to use those skills in ways that suit you best.

Ways You Can Volunteer

We have many different ways you can help families and patients in need of support.

Patient/Family Care

Offers patients and their families:
• Listening
• Memories
• Breaks for caregivers
• Caring

Office Support

Offers skills in such areas as:
• Office work
• Typing
• Mailings
• Receptionist duties

Other Support

• Pet therapy
• Music therapy
• Gardening
• Pet Peace of Mind® (Keeping pets and people together through life's transitions)
• Fundraising activities
• Cosmetology services
• Participating in celebrations
• Committee involvement

Grief and Loss Support

Offers post-death support services for hospice families (services are based on individual family needs.)

Volunteers play a central role in providing comprehensive, compassionate care for patients and families. Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep it form themselves. - Sir James Barrie

Ready to Volunteer?

Call us today for more information on volunteering for Genesis Hospice Care and Morrison House. You can also submit a completed Hospice Volunteer application to: Genesis Hospice Care Morrison House, 713 Forest Avenue, Zanesville, OH 43701.

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Family Stories

Family Spotlight

The Quinn Family

Each time the Quinn Family needed compassionate end-of-life care for their family members, they knew the right choice was Genesis Hospice Care.

Much of the care happened in the comfort of their family members’ home, and Hospice Care staff supported them with everything they and their loved ones needed, whether it was medical assistance, emotional and spiritual guidance or simply tips to help their loved ones be as comfortable as possible.

During their mother’s care, the stress and strain became a bit overwhelming, and Hospice Care assisted the family in bringing their mother to Morrison House for a few days for respite care. This enabled the caregivers in the family to get some much-needed rest. Their mother returned home to spend her remaining days right where she wanted to be.

Family Spotlight

The Bowman family

In January 2023, Tim Bowman and his siblings were faced with the heartbreaking task of finding end-of-life care for their father.

They found what they needed, and more, right in their own backyard at Morrison House, Genesis HealthCare System’s inpatient hospice facility.

Tim told us how the care his father received at Morrison House helped further honor the man he called Dad - and his best friend.

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Morrison House

Providing care for over 30 years

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.

Call us for more information about Morrison House 

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

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Meet the Hospice Care Team

Meet the Hospice Care Team

The team of experts at Genesis Hospice Care work together to meet the needs of patients and families.

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Social Workers

Social workers help meet the social and emotional needs of patients and families. They assist patients with end-of-life concerns while promoting patients' strengths and goals. Social workers serve as patient advocates, provide counseling, teach coping skills, complete advanced directives and assist patients and families with accessing community resources.

Chaplains

Our chaplains provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families. Whether you are affiliated with a particular faith tradition or not, our chaplains are available to help you explore feelings and questions that may arise as you deal with your illness and end-of-life journey.

Nursing Care Team

The Hospice Nursing Care team is comprised of competent and trained individuals. Many of our team members hold additional certifications in their profession. We are staffed with registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and patient care technicians providing a variety of services for hospice patients. Visits to provide nursing care are scheduled as determined by the nurse's assessment and the needs of the patient and family. The schedule may be changed as needed to provide the highest quality care. On-call nurses are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for emergencies.

Bereavement Team

Our bereavement team helps individuals manage emotions associated with a significant loss -whether their loved one is a hospice patient or not. Services are free and can begin as early as admission to hospice (pre-bereavement) and continue after death. Services can include: support literature, follow up phone calls, individual and family counseling, support groups, memorial programs and a children’s summer camp. Please call for an appointment or additional information.

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Genesis Hospice Care

Serving Muskingum, Perry, Coshocton, Morgan, Guernsey, Noble and Licking counties

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Charitable, nonprofit hospice care

Genesis Hospice Care 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. Genesis Hospice Care is rated 5 Stars by the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services, the highest ranking possible.

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.

Suggested Questions to Ask When Choosing a Hospice

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. 

Genesis Hospice Donation Form

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Gynecology

Our physicians at Genesis provide obstetrical and gynecologic care or gynecologic care only. Our general gynecology programs focus on routine preventive care, including Pap smears, breast exams, mammography, and other gynecologic screenings and procedures.

Conditions Treated and Services Provided

  • Routine annual screenings
  • Pap smears and breast exams
  • Routine and high-risk obstetrical care
  • Prenatal care and delivery
  • Adolescent care and counseling
  • Menopausal care
  • Evaluation and treatment of abnormal pap smears
  • Menstrual disorders – irregular or painful periods, heavy or frequent periods, premenstrual syndrome
  • Vaginal infections
  • Post-menopausal bleeding
  • Uterine fibroids or polyps
  • Vulvar skin disorders
  • Painful intercourse
  • Ovarian cysts
  • Endometriosis and other pelvic pain conditions
  • Infertility work-up and first-line ovulation induction

Surgeries Provided

  • Minimally invasive surgery including: laparoscopic, robotic and vaginal hysterectomies
  • Endometrial ablations – including the Essure® procedure, dilation and curettage (D & C), laparoscopic treatment for ovarian cysts, endometriosis, and other disorders
  • Cesarean sections and vaginal deliveries
  • Diagnostic & operative hysteroscopy
  • Abdominal hysterectomy and ovarian surgery
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Breast Imaging

Breast Imaging

Breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women. Increase your odds of detecting breast cancer early—when it’s easier to treat—with regular breast exams and imaging tests according your doctor’s recommended schedule.

Breast Imaging Center of Excellence

You can trust Genesis HealthCare System for high-quality breast imaging because we’re accredited by the American College of Radiology as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence (BICOE). That means we meet high standards for image quality, staff training, equipment and quality assurance and control.

As a BICOE, we’re fully accredited in:

  • Mammography
  • Stereotactic breast biopsy
  • Breast ultrasound, including the ultrasound-guided breast biopsy module
  • Breast MRI

 

Free Mammograms

You may qualify for a free digital mammogram from Genesis HealthCare System if you’re a woman:

  • Age 40 or older without insurance coverage for a mammogram
  • Younger than 40 and have a parent or sibling who’s experienced breast or ovarian cancer
  • Younger than 40 and have an area of concern in your breast
  • Whose income falls within 300 percent of the federal poverty guidelines

To find out if you’re eligible for a free mammogram or to schedule one, call Genesis Central Scheduling at 740-454-4242.

Complete Breast Health Services

If your breast imaging exam reveals an area of concern, count on Genesis’ Breast Care Center for high-quality, patient-centered breast cancer treatment and support.

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Bone Health

Bone Health

It is never too early to start thinking about osteoporosis.

Osteoporosis causes bones to become porous, which decreases bone density and allows bones to break easily.

Prevention and early detection are the best ways to combat osteoporosis. We can help you keep your bones healthy through education, nutrition counseling, bone strengthening exercise classes and bone density testing.

Ask you doctor if you would benefit from further education or screening from us.

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Women's Care

Womens Services

Women's Care

As a woman, you have unique health needs that change as you mature. Choose Genesis HealthCare System as your partner for better health through every stage life — from early adulthood to midlife to full maturity.

Women’s Health Services

Rely on Genesis for a full spectrum of maternity and preventive health services, educational events, diagnostic services and treatment programs to help you live your best.

 

Breast Health Care

Our fellowship-trained breast surgeon, general surgeons, medical oncologist, radiation oncologists, radiologists and reconstructive surgeons can diagnose and provide advanced treatment for a variety of cancers and benign breast conditions. Whether it be same-day breast imaging and office appointments, or a trip to the Women's Boutique where our certified fitters can help you find the right prostheses, wigs and more, you will receive quality care at the Breast Care Center.

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Physical Therapy & Rehab for Women

Take advantage of physical therapy and other rehabilitation programs designed especially for your needs:

  • Breast cancer rehabilitation
  • Pelvic Control Therapy 
  • Sportsmetrics™ training program for female athletes
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Maternity Services

Whether this is your first child or you’re welcoming a new sibling, count on Genesis’ experienced, caring team to guide and support you throughout your pregnancy, labor and delivery.

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Pediatric Care

Pediatric hospitalists are specially trained to treat patients from birth to 18 years of age. Nationwide Children’s pediatric hospitalists are at Genesis Hospital 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, all year long, so they are just a few steps away when they are needed.

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From women's health education to treatment plans, the Genesis Women's Care team delivers unique services to women through every stage of life.

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