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Community Resources
A variety of resources are available to support the residents of Rochester and surrounding communities.  While not all-inclusive of the resources available, the following list provides suggestions for support for you and your loved ones.  For Seasons Hospice patients and families, consult your social worker for additional information and assistance with the following resources.

Olmsted County Financial Assistance/Medical Assistance – (507) 328-6500
Olmsted County Social Services – (507) 328-6400
Olmsted County Legal Assistance – (507) 287-2036
Olmsted County Adult Foster Care – (507) 328-6400
Medicare information – www.medicare.gov
Other Area Counties – check telephone directory
Life Line – (507) 255-6908 – A telephone connection with the trauma unit at St. Mary’s Hospital, which alerts them to emergency conditions.  Seniors have a base unit in their home along with a call button (usually in the form of a necklace or bracelet) that can be pushed in the event of an emergency, such as being unable to stand up after a fall or sudden illness.
Senior Linkage Line – Multiple resources for seniors – (800) 333-2433
Alzheimers Association Support – (507) 289-3950
American Cancer Society – (507) 287-2044
Meals on Wheels – Rochester area – (507) 287-2010
Channel One Food Bank (507) 287-2350
Area Home Health Services/Agencies – Check Yellow Pages
Goodwill/Easter Seals Loan Program – (507) 287-8699
American Home Patient – (507) 281-4884
Anderson’s Wheelchair – (507) 288-0113
Barrier Free Access – (507) 775-2828

Med City Mobility – (507) 252-0555

Internet Links



Speakers Bureau
Seasons Hospice staff and volunteers with expertise in hospice care and bereavement support are available to speak to your professional group, civic organization, club, school, church, business or other group.  The Seasons Hospice Speakers Bureau includes presentations from our nurses, social workers, chaplain, bereavement counselors, volunteers and administrative staff.

Presentations vary in length from a 20-30 minute talk to a half-day in-service or workshop.

A sample of popular Speakers Bureau topics is listed below.  Seasons Hospice can also customize a presentation on end-of-life care topics to meet your specific needs.

Topics


  • The Basics of Hospice Services – Facts and Philosophies
  • When is it Time for Hospice?
  • Pain and Other Symptom Management
  • Caring for the Seriously Ill Patient
  • Care of the Caregiver
  • Advance Directives and Living Wills
  • Music Therapy and Hospice Care
  • Walking With a Loved One Who is Dying
  • Supporting Families of Hospice Patients
  • Getting Involved as a Volunteer
  • Grief and Loss
  • Grief in the Workplace
  • Talking with Children about Death and Dying
  • Remembering and Celebrating Your Loved One’s Life
  • Coping with Grief During the Holidays
  • Anticipatory Grief for Health Professionals
  • Anticipatory Grief for Loved Ones

Speaker Registration Form
To request a speaker, complete the online form, or contact Carolyn Piepho at
507-285-1930.



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