Frequently Asked Questions

Spero means hope in Latin. Our name reflects our mission: bringing hope, comfort, and dignity to patients and families during life's most challenging journey.

Hospice is generally appropriate when a physician certifies a life-limiting illness and the focus of care turns to comfort rather than cure. If you are unsure, call us. We will review your loved one's situation with you at no obligation.

Wherever you call home. We serve patients in private residences, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities across Middlesex, Monmouth, Essex, Union, Somerset, and Mercer counties.

Yes. Spero Hospice accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance. We are Medicare and Medicaid certified, and our team will explain your coverage clearly before care begins.

Yes. Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including continuous home care nursing during medical crises so acute symptoms can be managed at home.

We treat the whole family. That includes respite care for caregivers, counseling from licensed social workers, interfaith spiritual care, and bereavement support for up to 13 months following a loss.

Spero Hospice is accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP), an independent nonprofit recognized by CMS as a deeming authority. It demonstrates our compliance with nationally recognized standards of quality care.

Yes. Spero is a Level 3 partner in the We Honor Veterans program, recognizing the unique needs of veterans at the end of life, including pinning ceremonies and medal presentations.