FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What does The LaVigne Home provide?
The LaVigne Home will provide a home and care for people with terminal illness. Our trained compassionate caregivers and volunteers offer shelter, meals, personal care and round-the-clock physical, emotional and spiritual support.
Who is Eligible for The LaVigne Home?
A resident of Genesee or Lapeer County with a terminal diagnosis, particularly in the last months of the illness, and is under Hospice care. People of any religious, social and financial background are welcome: priority is given to helping those in greatest need of care.
The LaVigne Home will provide this care at no charge to the guest, with priority given to helping those in greatest need.
Who might use The LaVigne Home?
Someone who can no longer care for themselves and does not have a caregiver at home. Someone whose family members have limitations in providing care. Someone who has only one caregiver, or whose caregivers need rest. Or someone who does not have a safe place to stay. Family members continue to be a part of providing care in a cooperative effort with our caregivers and volunteers.
What does it cost?
This home and care are provided at no charge. Operating expenses are met by donations by individuals, businesses, churches, and other local groups.
Who can make a referral?
The person with the illness, a family member, or medical staff may make a referral.
Hospices
End-of-life care for individuals diagnosed with a terminal illness. https://coaweb.com/directory/hospice/
End-of-life care for individuals diagnosed with a terminal illness. https://coaweb.com/directory/hospice/
