The Illinois staff of the VNA-TIP Hospice plus the Missouri staff of the TIPHospice includes many persons dedicated to serving the unique needs of the terminal patient.

There are on-call Registered Nurses (RN's) to cover the 22-county region.

The Hospice Director also performs Hospice In-Services at retirement communities and nursing homes, participates in Health Fairs, and facilitates Hospice Memorials and Support Groups.

There are also Hospice Chaplains available to visit with patients and families and assist them with their spiritual needs. The Chaplains also hold Memorial Services and perform bereavement visits with family and friends of Hospice patients.

In addition, there are Social Workers and Volunteers who also visit with patients and families.All members of the hospice team are commited to the quality of life for the patient.