United Hospice of Rockland
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United Hospice of Rockland (UHR) is a non-profit hospice serving Rockland and lower Orange counties in New York. UHR has been a resource in hospice and palliative care
since 1988.
UHR is credited with implementing the first New York-based Advance Directive
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website called AssuringYourWishes.Org. The organization is also the proud recipient of one of the largest philanthropic donations ever made in Rockland County. Given by Joe and Tess McCormack-Raso in 2006, the gift supports UHR's plans to build a Hospice Home in Rockland County.
to individuals and their families facing serious illness. They offer compassionate support to members of our community who have experienced the loss of a loved one. UHR leads the health and human services community in improving the provision of care to those affected by serious illness.
Palliative care
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since 1988.
UHR is credited with implementing the first New York-based Advance Directive
Living will
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website called AssuringYourWishes.Org. The organization is also the proud recipient of one of the largest philanthropic donations ever made in Rockland County. Given by Joe and Tess McCormack-Raso in 2006, the gift supports UHR's plans to build a Hospice Home in Rockland County.
Mission
United Hospice of Rockland, Inc. (‘UHR’) provides care, hope, comfort and improved quality of lifeQuality of life
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to individuals and their families facing serious illness. They offer compassionate support to members of our community who have experienced the loss of a loved one. UHR leads the health and human services community in improving the provision of care to those affected by serious illness.