Merrimack Valley Hospice, the leader in hospice care, provides comfort care and palliative services to patients facing life-limiting illnesses. Whether patients are at home, in a hospital, a long-term care facility, an assisted living facility, or in the Merrimack Valley Hospice House, our expert staff offer physical, spiritual and emotional care specific to those nearing the end-of-life.  Bereavement support and counseling is also offered to families and loved ones.
Hospice care is provided by a multi-disciplinary team consisting of medical directors, nurses, therapists, counselors, chaplains, hospice aides, and volunteers. Together, they provide the highest quality care with compassion and commitment to patients and families.

• Licensed in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine
•An approved provider of care by Medicare and most private insurance companies

Health Care

Hospital

Nursing & Residential Care

Merrimack Valley Hospice

Karen Gomes

Heather Clarke

Cindy Defranzo

Joan M. Millian

Danica Grillo

Ali Grace Rapetti

Msw Jessica Sharpe Lcsw

Lisa Fronc

The Hospice Care Team at Merrimack Valley Hospice delivers compassionate, comprehensive support to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families. Comprised of registered nurses, hospice aides, counselors, chaplains, and social workers, the team collaborates to address the medical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during the end-of-life journey. They also provide bereavement support to families, helping them navigate their grief.

Hospice Care Team

Hospice Care Team

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