Where every moment matters
At Wesley Hospice, we focus on providing comfort and holistic hospice services as we walk alongside our clients so they can focus on celebrating and making the most of each day. We ensure that those in our care have a meaningful end-of-life experience.
Striving to provide the best care possible
Our hospice services, located conveniently in Central Ohio, can serve clients and their families in Franklin County and the seven counties that border. Our team develops an individualized comprehensive care program designed to meet the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of those we serve. Whether in the comfort of your own home with familiar surroundings or in a retirement community filled with love and friendships, Wesley Hospice will meet you where you are to ensure that the highest level of comfort is reached.
Wesley Hospice offers a wide range of services to individuals and families we care for:
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Medical equipment, supplies, and comfort medications
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24/7 access to our Hospice Team
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Home visits by Hospice Nurse
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Hospice Aide visits to assist with personal care
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Pain and symptom management
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Social Services provided by Social Worker
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Counseling and spiritual support for clients and caregivers
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Grief Support and Bereavement Services
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Volunteer services including meditation, pet visitations, crafts, and more
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Four Levels of Care: Routine Home Care, Crisis Care, General In-Patient Care, and Respite Care
Frequently Asked Questions
Hospice focuses on comfort and quality of life. It provides medical service, emotional support, and spiritual resources for those in the last stages of life and their families.
Wesley Hospice provides care to individuals 18 and older who have a life-limiting illness.
RN Case Manager, Social Worker, Hospice Aide, Spiritual Counselor, and more.
Hospice is covered 100% by Medicare and Medicaid and is a benefit of most private insurances.
If there is an advancement in a life-limiting illness and symptoms like: an increase in pain, decrease in function, and weight loss.
Meet the Care Team
La’Tasha Goodwin
La’Tasha is the Regional Executive Director of Community Services at Wesley Hospice, where she has worked for 11 years. With a nursing career starting in 1998, she has extensive experience in acute care and hospice. La’Tasha holds a Master’s in Science Management and has held various leadership roles. Outside of work, she enjoys time with family and friends, is active in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Michael Woods
Michael is a Spiritual Counselor and Bereavement Coordinator at Wesley Hospice, with over three years of experience. He holds a BA in Psychology from Auburn University and an MDiv from Columbia Theological Seminary. Michael completed a Chaplain Residency at Emory St. Joseph’s Hospital and has worked as a hospital chaplain. He enjoys hiking, pickleball, mountain biking, and reading science fiction and mysteries in his free time.
Emma Southward
Emma is an Executive Assistant at Wesley Hospice, where she has worked for four years. She holds a bachelor’s in business administration and is pursuing a master’s in health administration. Emma began her career as an STNA and loves supporting her team. Outside of work, she enjoys attending Columbus Blue Jackets games, spending time with her fiancé, and cozy gaming. A fun fact about Emma is that she learned to knit at 10.
Bailey Waitkus
Bailey is the Coordinator of Volunteers and Community Representative at Wesley Hospice, where she has worked for three years. She enjoys connecting with clients and building relationships with others in the community. Bailey holds a Bachelor’s in Health Administration and a Master’s in Health Administration with a focus on Aging Studies. Outside of work, she coaches high school girls’ soccer and softball. She also played collegiate softball at Muskingum University.
Amanda Lentz
Amanda is the Director of Clinical Services at Wesley Hospice, with over 12 years in hospice care and 15 years with the Wesley Communities. She began her career as an RN at Wesley Ridge in 2009, later transitioning to hospice in 2012. Amanda enjoys supporting her team and ensuring smooth operations in her role. Outside of work, she loves traveling, spending time with family, roller skating, and cooking, and finds fulfillment in her church involvement.
Resources
Walking The Journey: Bereavement and Grief
This ebook is a compassionate guide through the grieving process, offering a compilation of various strategies for coping, as well as spiritual and cultural words of comfort and hope.
What is Hospice?
Gain a comprehensive understanding of hospice care with this eBook, and ensure peace of mind for you and your family by being prepared to make the right decision when the time comes.
Understanding Grief
In this eBook, we explore grief as the emotional response to losing something significant, detailing the stages and types of grief, and providing strategies for coping with the experience.
Helpful Links
Discover these useful links to key online resources.
Want to learn more? Give us a call at 614-451-6700 to speak with our care team or fill out the form below.
“Mom’s final years with COPD were such a terrible trial, but these hospice angels came into her life and gave her dignity, care, and respect. In addition, they made her, and my family, feel surrounded by love. Mom was finally able to find peace and comfort. They treated her like family, and they made me feel like I was as much a focus of their care as she was.” – Marcia M.
Hearts for Hospice
Hearts for Hospice supports our vision by honoring our patients through fulfillment of their last request. You can be a part of creating these memories for those we serve.
Philosophy of Services
We focus on honoring individual beliefs while offering support with quality-of-life issues. Our team develops comprehensive care programs to meet the needs of our clients.
Volunteer Options
Volunteers are a vital part of Wesley Hospice and all you need is empathy, kindness, and a loving nature. If interested, click below to contact our volunteer coordinator.
Volunteer
Mission Statement
Our mission statement is our foundation. We strive to make the most of each day for our clients and their families by providing compassion, comfort, and support, wherever they call home.