Where Care Meets Comfort — Compassionate Hospice Care That Feels Like Family
When someone you love is facing a life-limiting illness, you shouldn't have to face it alone. GLC Hospice (Good Living Care) provides expert, compassionate end-of-life care in the comfort of home — so your loved one can live each remaining day with dignity, peace, and the people who matter most by their side.
We are more than a hospice provider. We are a team of nurses, aides, social workers, chaplains, and counselors who show up — not just with medical expertise, but with warmth, patience, and genuine concern for every person we serve across Hennepin County. From the first phone call to the months of bereavement support that follow, we are here for your family every step of the way.
True Diversity In Action
African • Caucasian • Asian • Hispanic
★ Mixed Staff & PatientsChoosing hospice is choosing quality of life.
Choosing hospice care is one of the most important decisions a family will ever make. It is also one of the most misunderstood. Hospice is not about giving up — it is about choosing comfort, choosing quality of life, and choosing to surround your loved one with a circle of care that honors who they are and what they want.
At GLC Hospice, we have built our organization around a single promise: every patient deserves to live their remaining days free from unnecessary pain, surrounded by the people they love, in a place that feels like home. We bring the full resources of a professional hospice team directly to the patient — whether that home is a private residence, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home.
Our interdisciplinary team develops a personalized plan of care for every patient, addressing not only their physical symptoms but also their emotional, spiritual, and social needs. We walk with families through every stage of the journey, providing education, support, and the reassurance that they are never alone.
If you or someone you love is living with a serious illness and you are wondering whether hospice may be right, we invite you to reach out. There is no obligation, no pressure — just a caring conversation about what matters most to your family.
At a Glance — What We Provide
GLC Hospice delivers a comprehensive, team-based approach to end-of-life care. Every patient receives a personalized combination of the following services, coordinated by a dedicated care team and guided by the patient's own goals and wishes:
Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing visits from licensed RNs and LPNs with specialized hospice training, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through our on-call line.
Pain Management
Aggressive, individualized pain and symptom management designed to keep patients comfortable and alert.
Home Health Aide
Certified Home Health Aide and homemaker support for personal care, hygiene, and household tasks.
Medical Social Worker
Licensed Medical Social Workers who help families navigate the emotional, financial, and practical challenges of serious illness.
Spiritual Care
Spiritual care and chaplain services honoring all faiths, beliefs, and traditions.
Respite & Continuous Care
Respite care to give family caregivers a needed break, and continuous care during times of medical crisis.
Bereavement Support
Bereavement counseling and support for up to 13 months after a loss.
Physician Oversight
Physician oversight from a qualified hospice medical director working alongside each patient's personal doctor.
All of our services are provided at no cost to the patient when covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or most private insurance plans. No family should ever have to choose between quality care and financial hardship, and we work with every family to ensure access regardless of their situation.
Who We Serve
GLC Hospice (Good Living Care) serves patients who have been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness and have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment. Our patients include individuals living with advanced cancer, heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, kidney disease, liver disease, ALS, stroke-related conditions, and other serious illnesses.
We serve patients wherever they call home — private residences, assisted living communities, memory care facilities, and skilled nursing facilities throughout Hennepin County and the surrounding counties. Our team comes to the patient; the patient never has to come to us.
We also welcome referrals from physicians, hospitals, discharge planners, case managers, and families themselves. You do not need a doctor's referral to call us and ask questions — we are happy to help you understand your options and, if appropriate, coordinate with your physician to begin the process.
- ✔Private Residences
- ✔Assisted Living Communities
- ✔Memory Care Facilities
- ✔Skilled Nursing Facilities
Serving Every Culture, Faith & Family Across Hennepin County
At GLC Hospice (Good Living Care), where care meets comfort, we believe hospice is about dignity that honors your heritage. We embrace every tradition, language, and spiritual practice so no family ever feels misunderstood.
African Caregivers & FamiliesAfrican & Black American Families
Honoring faith traditions, community elders, and providing experienced African nurses and aides who treat every patient with warmth, respect, and dignity.
- ✓ Experienced African Clinical Staff
- ✓ Faith & Church Coordination
- ✓ Respect for Community Elders
Hablamos EspañolSpanish & Hispanic Families
Honoring la familia unida. We provide native bilingual nurses, Catholic/Christian spiritual comfort, and patient explanations for parents and abuelos.
- ✓ Bilingual Nurses & Staff
- ✓ Extended Family Involvement
- ✓ Respeto, Calidez y Amor
Somali CommunitySomali & East African Community
Comprehensive Islamic compliance: modest female/male caregiver matching, Halal dietary standards, prayer direction accommodation, and Somali translation.
- ✓ Islamic Guidelines & Modesty
- ✓ Halal Coordination & Prayers
- ✓ Somali Language Assistance
Asian & Multi-FaithAsian, Hmong & Diverse Families
Honoring ancestral customs, holistic mind-body wellness, quiet respect, and multi-generational harmony for Hmong, Vietnamese, and East/South Asian families.
- ✓ Ancestral & Elder Reverence
- ✓ Traditional & Faith Support
- ✓ Gentle, Peaceful Bedside Care
Our Multiracial Team Cares For Patients of Every Background
At GLC Hospice, our clinical team reflects the true diversity of Hennepin County. We bring together African American and African immigrant nurses, Asian physicians, Caucasian palliative coordinators, and Hispanic medical social workers.
Whether our African nurses are providing bedside comfort to Caucasian seniors, or our bilingual staff are guiding immigrant families, our team works together seamlessly so every patient receives attentive, dignified care.
Free Medical Interpreters
24/7 certified interpreter access for Spanish, Somali, Hmong, Oromo, Vietnamese, Arabic, and 100+ languages.
Multi-Faith Chaplains
Spiritual care that honors Islamic, Christian, Catholic, Buddhist, and secular preferences with deep reverence.
Halal & Dietary Respect
Custom coordination around halal guidelines, cultural fasting periods, and beloved family recipes for patient comfort.
Family-First Decisions
We support your family's designated leaders and spokespersons, ensuring unified, peaceful decision-making.
Why Choose GLC Hospice
Choosing a hospice provider is a deeply personal decision. Here is what sets us apart.
Heart-Centered Compassion
Our team members don't just perform tasks. They build real, meaningful relationships with the patients and families they serve, showing up with warmth and attentiveness.
24/7 Availability
Emergencies do not wait for business hours. Our on-call nursing team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When you call, you reach a real nurse.
Personalized Care Plans
No two patients are alike. We take the time to listen before building a plan of care that reflects the patient's specific diagnosis, personal preferences, and spiritual beliefs.
No Cost to the Patient
Hospice care is a fully covered benefit under Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance. We handle all coordination so there are no unexpected financial burdens.
Support for the Whole Family
When one person is ill, the entire family is affected. We are dedicated to helping family members cope, communicate, and care for themselves.
Deep Community Roots
We are a local organization built by people who live and work in the communities we serve. We are invested in this community for the long term.
Understanding Hospice Care
What Is Hospice?
Hospice is a specialized form of medical care designed for individuals who are living with a terminal illness and have chosen to focus on comfort, quality of life, and dignity rather than curative treatments. It means redirecting the full resources of a professional care team toward keeping the patient comfortable and supporting the family.
Who Is Eligible?
A patient may be eligible for hospice care when a physician certifies that, if the illness follows its expected course, the patient's life expectancy is six months or less. Eligibility does not mean the patient has only six months to live — many patients receive hospice care for longer — and patients may revoke hospice at any time.
When Should You Call?
Many families wait too long to explore hospice because they are unsure whether the time is right. It may be time to consider hospice if the patient has been hospitalized multiple times recently, condition is declining despite treatment, daily activities have become significantly more difficult, or the family is feeling overwhelmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about hospice care, our services, and what to expect.
Not at all. Choosing hospice means choosing to focus on what matters most — comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Hospice patients often live more fully and more comfortably once the burden of aggressive treatments is lifted and a dedicated care team is in place.
Yes. The patient's personal physician remains an important part of the care team. Our hospice medical director works in collaboration with the attending physician — not as a replacement.
Wherever the patient calls home. That can be a private residence, an assisted living facility, a memory care community, or a skilled nursing home. Our team comes to the patient.
If a patient's condition stabilizes or improves, they can be discharged from hospice and return to curative treatment at any time. Hospice can always be resumed later if needed. There is no penalty for leaving and no barrier to coming back.
No. Hospice is available when a physician certifies a life expectancy of six months or less, and many patients benefit from hospice care for weeks or months. Research consistently shows that patients who begin hospice earlier experience better comfort, better quality of life, and — in some cases — even live longer than those who delay.
In most cases, we can begin care within 24 to 48 hours of receiving a referral. In urgent situations, we can often begin the same day. We understand that when a family is ready for help, every hour matters.
For most patients, there is no out-of-pocket cost. The Medicare Hospice Benefit covers all hospice-related services, medications, equipment, and supplies. Medicaid and most private insurance plans provide similar coverage. We verify benefits and handle all paperwork on the family's behalf.
Our bereavement team provides grief support to the family for up to 13 months, including counseling, support groups, educational resources, and regular check-ins. The family is never simply "discharged" — we remain a source of care and support for as long as needed.