Is hospice just for those with Cancer? Choosing the right care for your loved one is never an easy decision, but hospice serves patients with all diagnoses. In addition to cancer, other illnesses include cardiac disease, neurologic disorders, respiratory disease, congestive heart failure, C.O.P.D., Parkinson's disease, renal disease, liver disease, Alzheimer's disease and AIDS. How do we get hospice started? Most referrals are from physicians or other health professionals. However, anyone can refer to hospice. We are available 24/7 to answer questions and take referrals. What is the cost of hospice care and who pays for it? Insurance companies usually cover hospice services and in other cases Medicare and Medicaid will pay for care. Hospice can assist you in this process. What makes Harbinger a unique choice in hospice care? Harbinger is a freestanding independent hospice program. It is owner operated and ready to provide personalized individual care from a team of specially trained professionals. We also use LPN's for personal hands-on care for our patients and our services can usually start the same day.