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Paragon Hospice
PARAGON
HOSPICE
Phoenix & Maricopa County, Arizona

Guidance Through
Life's Hardest
Moments.

Compassionate hospice care built around dignity, comfort, education, and genuine human support — for patients, families, and healthcare partners across Maricopa County.

ℹ️ Paragon Hospice is currently completing the Medicare certification process and accepting eligible patients for survey.
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What We Believe

Hospice is about living well — not just the end.

Most people wait too long to ask about hospice because they believe calling means giving up. It doesn't. Hospice is a shift in focus — from fighting a disease to supporting the whole person and their family through whatever time remains.

You do not need to have all the answers before reaching out. Many families call us simply because they are unsure. That's exactly what we're here for.

"Hospice does not mean giving up. It means shifting the focus to comfort, dignity, and support — for your loved one and for you."
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Our Approach

Three commitments. One mission.

Everything Paragon Hospice does is built around three groups of people who deserve exceptional care and communication.

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For Patients

Comfort-focused care that honors who you are — your values, your routines, your dignity. We come to you, wherever home may be.

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For Families

Education, emotional support, and clear answers — before, during, and after your loved one's journey. You are never navigating this alone.

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For Partners

Responsive communication, reliable admissions, and a team that treats your referrals as real people — not just cases. Built for facilities and providers who need a dependable hospice partner.

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Hospice Services

A full team of care,
coordinated for you.

Hospice is not a single service. It is an interdisciplinary team working together around your loved one's goals and comfort.

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Skilled Nursing

Regular visits to assess symptoms, adjust care plans, and educate family caregivers.

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Symptom & Medication Management

Coordination of medications related to the hospice diagnosis to maximize comfort.

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Emotional & Spiritual Support

Social work and spiritual care tailored to each patient's values and preferences.

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Caregiver Education

Guidance so families and facilities feel prepared, confident, and supported.

Common Questions

You're allowed to ask anything.

Here are some of the questions families ask us most. There are no wrong questions when it comes to care.

Not at all. Hospice means shifting the focus from curative treatment to comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Many families find that hospice actually allows their loved one to be more present, more comfortable, and more themselves. It is a choice about how to live — not a surrender.
Hospice care is generally appropriate when a physician determines that a patient's life expectancy is six months or less if the illness follows its expected course. However, many families benefit from calling earlier — even just to ask questions and understand options before a crisis moment arrives.
Yes. Hospice comes to your loved one wherever they call home — a private residence, an assisted living facility, a group home, or a skilled nursing facility. We coordinate directly with the facility team to ensure seamless, consistent care.
Absolutely. Hospice is not a one-way door. If a patient's condition stabilizes or improves, they can choose to leave hospice and pursue other care options. They can re-enroll later if needed.
That is one of the most honest and common things families say. You do not have to be ready. You just have to be willing to ask questions. Call us and we will guide you at whatever pace feels right for your family. There is no obligation in a conversation.

Ready to talk? We're here — no pressure, no obligation.

Whether you're a family member with questions, or a healthcare professional with a referral, our team is available to guide you.

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Paragon Hospice is currently completing the Medicare certification process and accepting eligible patients for survey.

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About Paragon Hospice

We built Paragon for the families and providers who deserve better — a hospice organization defined by ethics, education, and genuine human responsiveness.

Our Story

Built to do this the right way.

Paragon Hospice was founded with a clear and simple conviction: families navigating end-of-life care deserve an organization that is as responsive, transparent, and human as the care itself.

Too many hospice experiences leave families confused — unsure of what to expect, who to call, or whether anything they're feeling is normal. Too many healthcare facilities work with hospice providers who are hard to reach and slow to respond.

Paragon was designed to be different. Every policy, process, and team member is chosen with that goal in mind.

"We are not just providing a service. We are accompanying families through one of the most profound experiences of their lives. That requires honesty, presence, and real accountability."

— Mohamed Khalil, Founder & CEO, Paragon Hospice

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📍 Service Area

Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria, and surrounding Maricopa County communities.

What We Stand For

Values that guide every decision we make.

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Dignity

Every patient is a person first. We protect the dignity of those in our care in every interaction, every visit, and every conversation.

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Comfort

Our clinical goal is the highest possible quality of life — managing symptoms with skill and providing relief that matters.

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Responsiveness

Families should never feel alone. Healthcare partners should never be left waiting. We answer, we follow up, we show up.

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Transparency

We tell families the truth — about what hospice does, what to expect, and what we can and cannot provide. No false promises.

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Education

We believe informed families make better decisions and experience less trauma. Education is built into everything we do.

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Respect

We serve patients and families of all backgrounds, beliefs, cultures, and situations with equal care and without judgment.

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Team-Based Care

Great hospice is never one person. Our interdisciplinary team — nurses, social workers, aides, chaplains — works together around each patient.

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Ethical Practice

We operate with integrity. No shortcuts, no inducements, no compromises on clinical standards or compliance.

Have questions about who we are?

We'd welcome the opportunity to introduce ourselves and explain how we work with families and facilities.

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What Hospice Care Provides

Hospice is not a single service — it is a team, a philosophy, and a commitment to comfort-focused care across every dimension of a patient's life.

The Hospice Team

Interdisciplinary care built around your loved one.

Every patient enrolled in hospice is supported by a full interdisciplinary team — professionals working together, coordinated around your loved one's individual goals and needs.

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Skilled Nursing

Regular in-home visits to assess symptoms, monitor changes, educate caregivers, and coordinate the care plan. Available by phone around the clock.

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Symptom & Medication Management

Coordination and management of medications related to the hospice diagnosis, focused on comfort and quality of life — not aggressive intervention.

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Emotional & Spiritual Support

Our social worker and chaplain provide support attuned to each patient's values, faith tradition, cultural background, and emotional needs.

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Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) Support

Personal care assistance — bathing, hygiene, comfort measures — provided when clinically appropriate as part of the care plan.

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Social Work Support

Assistance navigating the emotional, practical, and logistical challenges facing patients and families — including advance care planning and community resources.

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Caregiver Education

Teaching family members and facility staff how to provide comfort care, recognize changes, and feel prepared — so they are never caught off guard.

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Physician Coordination

Collaboration with the attending physician and a hospice medical director to ensure the care plan reflects the patient's goals and clinical needs.

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Wherever Home Is

Paragon Hospice serves patients in private homes, assisted living facilities, group homes, and skilled nursing facilities across Maricopa County.

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Around-the-Clock Support

Our team is reachable by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Families should never feel stranded in a difficult moment.

What hospice does not mean.

❌ Hospice does not mean stopping all medications. Medications for comfort and symptom management continue.

❌ Hospice does not mean the patient will die immediately. Many patients live weeks or months after enrolling — often more comfortably.

❌ Hospice does not mean family is no longer involved. You remain the center of every decision.

❌ Hospice is not a one-way door. Patients who improve may choose to leave hospice and resume other care.

Want to learn more about what we provide?

Talk to our team. We'll walk you through the process, answer your questions, and help you determine whether hospice is right for your loved one.

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For Families & Caregivers

You do not need to have all the answers before calling. If you are unsure, scared, or simply wondering whether it's time — that's exactly why we're here.

You Are Not Alone

What families tell us they wish they'd known sooner.

Most families come to hospice later than they should — not because they didn't care, but because they didn't have the right information. They thought hospice meant giving up. They weren't sure who would be there for them. They were overwhelmed and didn't know who to call.

If any of that sounds familiar, you're in the right place. Our team is built for exactly this moment.

Before you go further, know this:

  • ✅ You do not need a referral from a doctor to call us.
  • ✅ Calling us does not commit you to anything.
  • ✅ We can explain eligibility without pressure.
  • ✅ You can ask anything — there are no wrong questions.
  • ✅ We will meet you at whatever pace feels right.
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Your Questions Answered

The questions families ask most.

Hospice is generally appropriate when a physician has determined that a patient's life expectancy is six months or less if the illness follows its expected course. But you do not need to wait for a crisis. Families often benefit from calling sooner — to ask questions, understand the process, and feel less overwhelmed when decisions need to be made quickly.
Not all treatment — just curative or life-prolonging treatment for the hospice diagnosis. Medications for comfort, symptom management, and unrelated conditions typically continue. The goal shifts from fighting the disease to maximizing quality and comfort of life.
Yes. Most hospice care happens where the patient already lives — a private home, an assisted living community, a group home, or a skilled nursing facility. We bring our team to your loved one. There is no need to move them to a special facility.
Yes. Hospice works alongside the assisted living staff to provide an additional layer of clinical and emotional support. We coordinate directly with facility staff, so care is seamless and consistent. The patient does not have to relocate.
Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans cover hospice care for eligible patients. Paragon Hospice is currently completing the Medicare certification process. Our team can discuss payment options and eligibility during your initial conversation. Please call us for a personalized discussion of your specific situation.
Family disagreement around hospice decisions is more common than most people realize. Our social work team is experienced in supporting families through this kind of tension — facilitating conversations, providing clear information, and helping everyone feel heard. You don't have to have consensus before you call us.
That's okay. You don't have to be ready. A conversation with our team doesn't obligate you to anything. Many families call us months before they're "ready" — and they tell us later that early conversations made the eventual decision much less frightening.
After your initial call, a member of our clinical team will schedule a time to meet with the patient and family. We conduct a thorough assessment, explain the hospice benefit in plain language, answer all questions, and — if you choose to move forward — coordinate a smooth enrollment process. You will always have someone's direct contact information.
Step by Step

What happens when you reach out.

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You Call or Contact Us

No referral needed. No pressure. Just a conversation. Tell us what's happening and what questions you have.

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We Listen and Explain

A member of our team will take time to understand your situation, explain what hospice provides, and answer every question you have — honestly.

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We Discuss Eligibility

We'll explain what criteria hospice requires and whether your loved one may qualify. We'll also discuss payment and insurance options.

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We Schedule a Visit

If you'd like to move forward, we schedule a clinical evaluation — at your convenience, in your loved one's home or facility.

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Care Begins

Once enrolled, your care team is introduced, a care plan is developed with your input, and ongoing support begins immediately.

Still unsure? Call us anyway.

You don't need a clear question to reach out. Just tell us what's happening, and we'll help you figure out the right next step.

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For Healthcare Partners

Paragon Hospice is building a responsive, relationship-driven hospice model for healthcare partners who expect clear communication and dependable support.

Partner With Us

A hospice partner who shows up and follows through.

We serve case managers, discharge planners, social workers, facility administrators, physicians, home health agencies, and assisted living operators who need a hospice team they can actually trust.

That means fast response, clear communication, reliable clinical follow-through, and a team that treats your referrals like people — not patient numbers.

Do you have a patient with a hospice diagnosis facing barriers to care?

Paragon Hospice is currently completing the Medicare certification process and is accepting eligible patients for survey. Our team is available to discuss support options and eligibility for patients facing challenges with insurance, Medicare eligibility, or other barriers to accessing care.

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Who We Work With

We partner with the full care continuum.

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Skilled Nursing Facilities

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Assisted Living Facilities

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Group & Board Care Homes

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Discharge Planners & Case Managers

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Physicians & Nurse Practitioners

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Social Workers

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Home Health Agencies

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Community Organizations

Refer a Patient

Start the referral conversation.

Use this form to initiate a referral discussion. A member of our team will contact you within one business day — typically the same day.

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Submit This Form

Share basic information about yourself and the patient's general situation. Do not include protected health information.

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We Call You Directly

Our clinical team will reach out quickly to discuss the referral, ask appropriate intake questions, and explain next steps.

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We Handle the Rest

Once a referral moves forward, we coordinate directly with the facility, family, and physician — keeping you informed throughout.

Service Area: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria, and surrounding Maricopa County communities.

Patient Referral Inquiry

⚠️ Do not submit detailed protected health information (PHI) through this form. Please do not include patient name, date of birth, diagnosis, or insurance details. A team member will contact you directly to complete the referral process securely.
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Thank you for reaching out.

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Hospice Questions & Myths

Misinformation about hospice is one of the main reasons families wait too long to access care that could have helped them far sooner. We're here to change that.

Setting the Record Straight

Common myths — and the real answers.

❌ Myth
Choosing hospice means giving up.
✅ Truth
Hospice is not giving up — it's a change of focus. Instead of fighting the disease, the focus shifts to comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Many families say hospice gave their loved one more meaningful time than continued curative treatment would have.
❌ Myth
Hospice is only for the last days of life.
✅ Truth
Hospice is appropriate when a physician determines life expectancy may be six months or less — which can mean weeks, but also months of supported, more comfortable living. Most families who choose hospice earlier say they wish they'd done it sooner.
❌ Myth
Hospice means going to a facility to die.
✅ Truth
Most hospice care happens at home — or wherever the patient already lives, including assisted living, group homes, and skilled nursing facilities. Hospice brings care to the patient; patients don't go to hospice.
❌ Myth
Hospice stops all medications and treatment.
✅ Truth
Hospice continues medications for comfort, symptom management, and conditions unrelated to the hospice diagnosis. The goal is comfort — which often requires active medication management, not abandonment of it.
❌ Myth
Families lose control when hospice starts.
✅ Truth
Hospice centers family voices in every care decision. A care plan is built with your input, updated as needs change, and guided by what the patient and family want — not by what is medically convenient.
❌ Myth
Once in hospice, you can't leave.
✅ Truth
Patients can leave hospice at any time — if they want to pursue other treatment, if their condition improves, or if they simply change their mind. Hospice is voluntary. Patients who leave and later choose to return can re-enroll.
Complete Q&A

More questions, more answers.

Hospice is a model of care focused on comfort and quality of life for patients with a life-limiting illness. It provides medical, emotional, social, and spiritual support for the patient — and for the family. Hospice is a benefit, not a place. It comes to the patient.
Many different diagnoses qualify for hospice care, including cancer, congestive heart failure, COPD, dementia, ALS, kidney disease, liver disease, stroke, and others. The key criterion is that a physician certifies the patient's life expectancy is six months or less if the illness follows its expected course.
No. Research consistently shows that patients who choose hospice early often live as long — and sometimes longer — than those who pursue aggressive treatment, and they experience less pain and distress. Hospice does not speed up death; it focuses on how the remaining time is lived.
Yes — pain and symptom management is one of the central clinical functions of hospice. Our nursing team works to assess pain accurately, coordinate appropriate medications, and adjust care plans so that patients experience the greatest possible comfort.
Medicare covers hospice for eligible beneficiaries under the Medicare Hospice Benefit. Most Medicaid and private insurance plans also include hospice coverage. Paragon Hospice is currently completing the Medicare certification process. Please call us to discuss your specific coverage and eligibility situation.
Absolutely. Family involvement is encouraged and essential. Hospice care is designed to be collaborative — the care plan is built with your input, and family members are taught how to participate in caregiving in ways that feel comfortable and meaningful to them.
After admission, your care team will be introduced, a personalized care plan will be developed, and regular visits will begin. You will always have a direct contact number for your nurse and for after-hours support. There will be ongoing communication, scheduled visits, and — when needed — responsive support for unexpected changes or crises.
Not at all. A physician's recommendation for hospice is a recognition that the patient's illness has advanced to a point where comfort-focused care aligns better with the patient's goals than continued curative treatment. Many physicians who recommend hospice remain involved in the patient's care throughout.

Still have a question we didn't answer?

Call us. There is no question too basic, too personal, or too complicated. Our team is here to help you understand every aspect of hospice care.

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Paragon Hospice Education Center

Real answers to the questions families and providers face. Our growing video library is built to help you understand hospice — before you ever need to make a decision.

📹 Educational videos coming soon.

Paragon Hospice is building a library of short, clear educational videos for families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. The videos below represent our planned content. Check back soon — or call us for immediate guidance.

For Families & Caregivers

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Families
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When is it time for hospice?

Understanding the signs and having the conversation.

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Families
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Does hospice mean giving up?

What the research actually shows about hospice and quality of life.

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Families
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How to talk to your loved one about hospice.

A guide to one of the hardest conversations.

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Families
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What families should ask before choosing hospice.

The questions that matter most — and what to listen for.

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Families
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What happens during a hospice admission?

Step by step — what to expect from first call to first visit.

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Families
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Caregiver support — taking care of yourself too.

Why family wellness is part of great hospice care.

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For Facilities & Providers

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Providers
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How hospice supports assisted living residents.

What facility staff can expect when hospice is on board.

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Providers
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Understanding hospice eligibility.

Criteria, documentation, and what physicians need to know.

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Providers
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What makes a good hospice partner?

Questions every facility should ask before choosing a hospice provider.

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Myth-Busting Series

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Myths
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"Hospice means giving up" — True or false?

The most important myth in hospice care, addressed directly.

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Myths
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"Hospice is only for the last days" — True or false?

Why timing matters and why most families enroll too late.

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Myths
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"Hospice stops all medications" — True or false?

The truth about medication management in hospice care.

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Contact Paragon Hospice

You do not need to know exactly what you need before reaching out. If you have questions, we are here to help guide you.

Reach Us Directly

We are here when you need us.

Whether you're a family member with a question, a healthcare professional with a referral, or simply someone doing research — we welcome your call.

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Phone / Text

602-492-6087

Available 24/7 for urgent needs

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Email

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We respond within one business day

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Service Area

1728 W. Glendale Ave, Suite 304
Phoenix, AZ

Serving Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria, and all of Maricopa County.

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Hours

Administrative office: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm MST
Clinical on-call support: 24 hours / 7 days

ℹ️ Certification Notice: Paragon Hospice is currently completing the Medicare certification process and is accepting eligible patients for survey. Contact us to discuss your specific situation and eligibility options.

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