Hawaii Care Choices

Established in 1983, Hospice of Hilo is a private, nonprofit agency that provides a range of health care services to terminally ill patients. The agency offers hospice care and bereavement services. It also provides advance care planning. Additionally, it offers education and grief support services for the community. Hospice of Hilo is a member of National Hospice, Palliative Care Organization and Hawaii Island United Way. The agency provides treatment for psychological distress, such as depression and anxiety, as well as pain, nausea, fatigue and shortness of breath. It specializes in the treatment of cancer and heart failure, as well as kidney, chronic obstructive pulmonary, Alzheimer s and Parkinson s disease. Hospice of Hilo is located in Hilo, Hawaii.