We are all just walking each other home. - Ram Dass

Yes, we encourage patients’ loved ones and caregivers to bring food from home that brings them comfort and joy.

Our visitor policy is subject to change secondary to Covid guidelines. Currently, there is no limit to the number of visitors throughout the day between 8 AM and 8 PM. Exceptions to the policy must be made and approved by the Hospice Manager or Medical Director.

Yes, please inform the nursing staff during the day of this planned visitor. It is the expectation that family and caregivers take full responsibility for the supervision and care of a pet in the facility. If issues with a pet arise, such as aggressive behaviors or incontinence, Aroostook House of Comfort staff reserve the right to ask the animal to be removed from the facility.

The visiting hours currently are 8 AM to 8 PM. A caregiver will be allowed to remain in the facility beyond this timeframe on a case-by-case basis with approval from the Hospice Manager or Medical Director.

Yes, we have a variety of giving opportunities for community members who wish to contribute to the Aroostook House of Comfort.

Families and caregivers are encouraged to bring items from home that will comfort a patient, i.e., clothing, blankets, photos, hygiene products, and music. If there are safety or other concerns, these will be addressed by the nursing staff. The mission of the Aroostook House of Comfort is to provide a homelike, peaceful setting for one’s journey through hospice.

Yes, we welcome all patients, families, and caregivers to invite their clergy or spiritual counsel to support them during their time at the Aroostook House of Comfort.

Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the Aroostook House of Comfort property, both indoor and outdoor.

There are no set mealtimes. Instead, meals are driven by a patient’s personal needs and requests at any time of the day or evening.