Enhancing Quality of Life Through Emotional Support & Practical Assistance

Transitions is a volunteer-driven program to increase the quality of life for those facing a life threatening illness or injury, with a prognosis of 12 months or less.

Unlike hospice care, people can access Transitions services when they are undergoing curative treatment. There is no requirement that a client transfer to hospice at any time. The choice of support services is always completely up to the client and caregivers.

Let the Transitions program take you by the hand and—

  • Clarify your options and translate them into language that makes sense to you.
  • Connect you to community services and resources.
  • Meet your needs on your terms.

The Transitions Coordinator and volunteers provide support so that the focus can be on enjoying every precious moment.

Transitions Coordinator

  • Coordinates community services and resources.
  • Provides client/family support and intervention.
  • Handles case coordination.
  • Offers guidance in discussing health concerns with medical professionals.
  • Supports individuals' choices for care and treatment.
  • Educates on advance health care directives.

Transitions Volunteers offer

  • To Do Errands.
  • Light Housekeeping.
  • Transportation.
  • Food Preparation.
  • Companionship.
  • Emotional Support.
  • Family Relief.

Transitions—Supporting as Many People as Possible, as Soon as Possible

 


 

Serving East Hawai'i from Laupahoehoe to South Point

1011 Waiānuenue Avenue | Hilo HI, 96720 | Phone: 808-969-1733 | Fax: 808-969-4863 | hospice@hospiceofhilo.org
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