Humanities for Hospice is a Virginia-licensed hospice organization providing structured, compassionate end-of-life care throughout Hampton Roads. Led by Deborah Phillips, RN, our team brings decades of clinical experience in geriatric care, symptom management, and interdisciplinary hospice coordination.
We partner closely with physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, case managers, social workers, and families to ensure every patient receives attentive, dignified care at every stage.
Deborah Phillips, RN, founded Humanities for Hospice with a clear mission: to combine clinical excellence with deeply human care.
With more than 30 years of nursing experience, she understands both the medical and emotional complexities of hospice transitions. Her leadership ensures:
Timely eligibility evaluations
Clear communication with referring providers
Coordinated admissions and documentation
Ongoing collaboration with attending physicians
Our interdisciplinary team includes a Medical Director, experienced registered nurses, licensed clinical social workers, chaplain services, certified nursing assistants, and dedicated support staff.
Hospice care is not just about managing a diagnosis — it is about honoring the person.
We focus on:
Pain and symptom management
Emotional and spiritual support
Family education and guidance
Clear care planning and coordination
Respect for patient wishes and dignity
We work to ensure that transitions into hospice are smooth, timely, and professionally coordinated.
Humanities for Hospice provides hospice services across Hampton Roads, including:
Surry
Hampton
Norfolk
Suffolk
Chesapeake
Portsmouth
Newport News
Williamsburg
Isle of Wight
Mathews (23109)
Virginia Beach
Gloucester (23061)
James City County
We are committed to serving patients and providers throughout the region with responsive, structured hospice support.
We understand the urgency of hospice referrals.
Our team prioritizes:
Fast response times
Eligibility confirmation
Admission coordination
Documentation clarity
Respectful communication
When you refer to Humanities for Hospice, you can expect professionalism, timeliness, and collaboration.
At a time when everything can feel uncertain, families deserve stability and clarity.
Healthcare professionals deserve a hospice partner who communicates well and moves quickly.
Patients deserve care that is structured, dignified, and compassionate.
That is the standard we hold ourselves to every day.
