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“I have watched Safe Haven Hospice from its
beginning. This hospice is unique in applying
the life values of Christ’s church when patients
and families are facing the final stage of life.
We are blessed to have this ‘Safe Haven’
ministry in our midst.”
Lynn Laughlin
Associate Vice President of Alumni Services
Lincoln Christian University
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A philosophy of care that promotes
dignity, provides compassion, and focuses
on the needs of the patient and family.
A team-oriented approach to medical
care, pain management and support.
A provider of medical, spiritual and
emotional support as well as
bereavement care.
Partnership in Ministry
Toll Free: (855) 879-4096
Fax: (217) 735-1902
Our Mission
Email: [email protected]
“To make the end of life comfortable
and meaningful.”
Web Site: www.safe-havenhospice.org
www.facebook.com/safehavenhospice
Our Vision
To be the premier provider of end-of-life
services in the communities we serve, and
to honor God in all we do.
Safe Haven does not deny services to anyone on the
basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age,
ability to pay, and /or physical or mental handicap.
Natural & Life-Valuing
“...whatever you did for one of the least
of these brothers and sisters
of mine, you did for me.”
Matthew 25:40
The Safe Haven Difference . . . a faith-based hospice . . . natural & life-valuing
What Does Faith-Based Hospice Mean?
• Your loved one’s life is valued as the Image of God.
• Christian ethical standards guide treatment
and medication.
• We minister to the whole person—body, mind
and spirit.
• The family of God ministers to the patient
through the moment of death, and to the family
through an extended time of bereavement.
• ALL patients and/or families are treated with
Christ’s model of compassion.
• We choose to honor God in all we do.
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What Can Safe Haven Hospice Do
for Churches and Their Ministry?
• Partner with the church in ministry
to hospice patients and their families
• Provide free educational seminars
to church groups and individuals
• Be a professional resource for care
givers and patients
• Answer difficult and personal
questions about end of life care
• Minister on behalf of Christ to people
with no church affiliation
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Who is Eligible for Hospice Care?
Hospice is for people who have a medical
prognosis with a life expectancy of 6 months
or less, if the illness runs its normal course.
Church Members Attending
Safe Haven Hospice Presentations
have said:
“In times of uncertainty regarding health care,
Safe Haven is a step churches can take
to ease concerns of those who need care.”
“Safe Haven shares Christ’s love and
answers questions with compassion.”
“Safe Haven teaches that hospice provides
hope and encouragement.”
“Safe Haven teaches about hospice care
before it is needed.”
“We want to thank you for your help, caring
and kindness. You are all our gift from God.”
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