Resources for Families Navigating Hospice Care in Dallas-Fort Worth

You don't have to figure this out alone. Whether you’re researching hospice for the first time, trying to understand Medicare coverage, or looking for local support in the DFW area, this page is here to help.

We’ve gathered the most useful resources for patients, caregivers, and families so you can find answers, access support, and feel a little more prepared for the road ahead.

Understanding Medicare & Hospice Coverage

Medicare covers hospice care at 100% when your loved one qualifies, including nursing visits, medications related to the terminal diagnosis, medical equipment, and emotional and spiritual support for the whole family.

The links below are directly from Medicare.gov and are the most reliable sources for understanding your benefits.

An elderly Black couple sitting on a sofa and smiling warmly while speaking with a hospice care professional who is taking notes.

Medicare & Hospice: Official Resources

Resource
  • Medicare Hospice Benefits
  • Medicare.gov - Find Hospice Care
  • MyMedicare.gov
  • 1-800-MEDICARE
  • Texas SHIP - State Health Insurance Assistance Program
  • Medicare & You 2025 Handbook
What It Covers
  • Full overview of what Medicare covers, eligibility, and how to enroll
  • Tool to search Medicare-certified hospice providers near you
  • Manage your Medicare benefits, review claims, and track coverage
  • Call for live Medicare help
  • Free, unbiased Medicare counseling for Texas residents
  • Comprehensive guide to all Medicare benefits

At iServe Hospice, our services are 100% covered by Medicare.

If you have questions about what that means for your family, call us at (469) 480-1130 and we’ll walk you through it, no obligation.

Local Resources in Dallas-Fort Worth

Dallas-Fort Worth has a strong network of community organizations serving older adults, caregivers, and families facing serious illness. Below are trusted local resources across the counties we serve.

Aging & Senior Services

Dallas Area Agency on Aging
Connects Dallas County residents to senior services including transportation, in-home care, and caregiver support programs.
Website: dallascounty.org/departments/health/aging-services
Phone: (214) 819-1860

Tarrant County Area Agency on Aging
Provides services for seniors and caregivers in Tarrant County, including meal programs, legal help, and caregiver respite.
Website: tarrantcounty.com/en/public-health/aging-and-independence-services.html
Phone: (817) 531-5620

Collin County Senior Services
Supports seniors in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and Allen with community programs and referrals.
Website: collincountytx.gov

Texas Health and Human Services
Aging Services State-level resource directory for older Texans and their families.
Website: hhs.texas.gov/aging

Caregiver Support

Caregiver Coalition of North Texas
Offers education, support groups, and respite resources for family caregivers throughout the Metroplex.
Website: caregivercoalition.org
Phone: (817) 922-9840

AARP Texas Caregiver Resources
Tools, guides, and a helpline for family caregivers at every stage.
Website: aarp.org/caregiving
Helpline: (877) 333-5885

Family Caregiver Alliance National Center on Caregiving
Practical information on caregiving, disease management, and self-care for caregivers.
Website: caregiver.org

Grief & Bereavement Support

The Grief Recovery Institute
Evidence-based tools and group programs for adults processing loss.
Website: griefrecoverymethod.com

GriefShare Dallas-Fort Worth Locations
Free local grief support groups at churches and community centers throughout DFW. Use their locator to find a group near you.
Website: griefshare.org

The Moyer Foundation Camp
Hope Texas Bereavement support programs for children and teens who have lost a parent or sibling.
Website: moyerfoundation.org

iServe Hospice also provides bereavement support to families for 13 months after a loved one's passing. Ask your care team for details.

Dementia & Alzheimer's Support

Alzheimer's Association Greater Dallas Chapter
Education, caregiver programs, and a 24/7 helpline for those affected by Alzheimer's and dementia.
Website: alz.org/northtexas
Helpline: (800) 272-3900 (24/7)

Leeza's Care Connection Dallas
Free support and education programs for caregivers of loved ones with memory loss.
Website: leezascareconnection.org

Veterans Resources

VA North Texas Health Care System
Healthcare, palliative care, and end-of-life services for veterans in Dallas and surrounding counties.
Website: va.gov/north-texas-health-care
Phone: (214) 742-8387

Lone Star Legal Aid Veterans Unit
Free legal services for veterans navigating benefits, advance directives, and estate planning.
Website: lonestarlegal.org
Phone: (800) 733-8394

iServe Hospice proudly serves veterans throughout DFW. Our team is trained to honor those who served and to help connect veteran patients with the benefits they've earned.
Learn more about hospice for veterans.

Mental Health & Emotional Support

NAMI North Texas
Mental health education and support groups for families dealing with the emotional weight of serious illness.
Website: naminorthtexas.org
Crisis Line: 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which also supports grief and mental health crisis)

The Family Place Dallas
Counseling and support services for individuals and families in crisis.
Website: familyplace.org
Phone: (214) 941-1991

Legal & Advance Care Planning

Texas Health and Human Services Advance Directives
Official forms and guidance for creating a Medical Power of Attorney, Directive to Physicians, or POLST in Texas.
Website: hhs.texas.gov/advance-directives

Lone Star Legal Aid
Free legal help for low-income Texans including estate planning, advance directives, and probate support.
Website: lonestarlegal.org
Phone: (800) 733-8394

Five Wishes
A nationally recognized advance directive document that captures your loved one's wishes in plain language.
Website: fivewishes.org

Hospice Bereavement Counseling Session

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Hospice Care in Dallas Texas

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