Caring for ‘Big Joe’: A Family Reflects on Help from Hospice
The children of Joseph Reich Jr. describe him as being “larger than life,” and to many in his beloved Colorado Springs community he was known fondly as “Big Joe.” Last year, at age 84, his health deteriorated rapidly after a vascular surgery. That’s when his family reached out to Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care (PPHPC).
Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care has been recognized as a Level 5 Partner with We Honor Veterans, a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO). The designation indicates that PPHPC is able to provide specialized…
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Welcome
Every day can be challenging when you or someone you love is coping with a life-limiting illness. But you don’t have to face the challenges of serious illness alone.
Since 1980, the team at Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care has helped thousands of patients and their families face the physical, emotional and spiritual demands of life-limiting illness.
We understand the uncertainty, but also the hope, that accompany these difficult times. We will answer your questions to help you make informed choices about your care, and offer resources and support that could help. The sooner you receive services from Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care, the more we can do to relieve symptoms and meet your changing needs with compassionate care.
Comfort and dignity that’s accessible to all.
Most of our services are covered by Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance – and with generous support from Pikes Peak Hospice Foundation donors. We aim to serve all who need our care. Learn more about how we can help you and your family at a time when it matters most.
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Hope Lives
Since 1980, Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care has provided a special kind of care, and a different kind of hope in El Paso and Teller Counties.
We Honor Veterans
We are a Level 5 national partner of We Honor Veterans, which recognizes our commitment to providing the highest level of care to those who have served our country.
Pikes Peak Hospice Foundation Tribute Program
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What Our Families Say
The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never forget you and are forever grateful. Thank you. ~ Patient’s daughter
Everyone who came to attend to my wife were all fantastic caregivers and I cannot praise your hospice staff enough. I was so thankful you were there. ~ Patient’s husband
I could not have asked for a more caring set of people to help us through this difficult time. ~ Patient’s family
