Nathan Adelson Hospice

They were outstanding with my father’s care! During the most stressful time of my life they were there to help. We lost my dad on 1÷17÷15. A year later they are having a memorial for him. They have continued to lend a helping hand in grief as well. I am truly grateful for their support!

My favorite person on earth (my Nana) was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer 2 days before Halloween. My life fell apart and my whole world came to a complete halt as I knew I didn’t have much time left with her. After about 2 weeks at home in excruciating pain we decided to admit her to Nathan Adelson and it didn’t take long to know we made the perfect choice. Every single staff member was beyond fantastic! This is not an easy time for any family but to know that your loved one is receiving the best and most gentle care helps. During her 6 day stay they managed her pain and offered such services as Reiki, Aromatherapy, Massage and even had a volunteer Shitzu who came and sat with her for awhile. They would ask her what she wanted to eat and make it for her. She said the food was much better than hospital food. I loved that there weren’t visiting hours and I took advantage of that and spent every moment with her until she passed. They even allowed my grandfather to bring in their dog which was so special. She had a good size private room with her one bathroom and 2 chairs for sleeping (they unfold into a bed). Her room even had it’s own patio. There are only 4 rooms to each squad and 2 nurses per squad. Her medicine was delivered on time and I never had to go looking for a nurse. When she did pass they allowed all of the family the time they needed to say their goodbyes. I’m hoping you never need a place like this, but if you do, this one if great.

I’m totally DISGUSTED with this company! My husband was discharged even though he was diagnosed with a serious health condition. And with a discharge you will have a contingency plan in place but NO nothing in place at all! My husband is left with nothing and I have work full time! CNAs were great but the company SUCKS! My advice chose another hospice!

Talking about death isn’t something many want to speak about, but for those in the service should be praised as angels on earth and those in the position to make choices for their loved ones deserve to have information. Sometimes we have no choice, or much time to make such big decisions so perhaps seeing some good reviews, will help someone decide without fear of the type of care they will receive. With tears I write my hardest review to date.
They are currently renovating the exterior, but even with the dust this place is beautiful and peaceful. It looks like a modern cabin, with a garden with a fountain river feature in the heart of the facility (watch for the frogs at night!). Rooms are split into quads; there is a living room with a nurses station and 4 rooms in each quad. Each room is private, with a bathroom and shower, TV with cable, wifi access, mini fridge, and a patio/​outdoor access. If you want to stay with your loved one, they have inflatable beds, and provide you with linens and towels. The room was big enough that a queen inflatable on one side was no issue and you can probably fit another on the other side if you really wanted to. There isn’t a limit on who can visit and what time you want to visit– it is open at all times. There is a cafeteria open breakfast until early dinner with meals for under $ 5 if you don’t want to leave, otherwise UNLV area is filled with eateries. They have a menu inside the room with more selections, but those are for patients only and can order anytime of the day. There’s a microwave and a pod coffee/​tea/​hot chocolate maker in each quad living room as well as a laptop and printer for use. An ice/​water machine, coffee/​tea/​hot chocolate maker and ice tea available for free at all times in the cafeteria. There’s also a snack and soda vending machine down the hall as well. There’s a chapel, if you feel you need to pray. Lots of areas to sit, nice art to look at if you need to take a walk.
We were here for my grandma in law who was declining and not getting adequate care in a rehabilitation facility. Our goal was to get her comfortable enough and stabilized so that we may get her onto at home comfort care services through the hospice. Erika checked us in and in the first 11 minutes, they addressed all the things we had to fight to get at the rehab to have them do. They bathed her, got her comfortable and handled her gently as soon as she was there. They made rounds every 45minutes-​1hour and it wasn’t just one person each hour. We often saw someone peek in to check for needs, another came in for schedule medicine, check cleanliness, refill the aromatherapy machine, turn grandma periodically, etc. but it wasn’t obtrusive at all as it was quiet and swift. She was not in pain here as they were observant of what was going on and adjusted their game plan to make her comfortable as needed.
She was not gonna fight and passed away within 48 hours of arriving. She was sleeping most of the day on the second day, then opened her eyes and saw us all there. I can see the haze in her eyes and knew she was imminent so I got up to rub her shoulder while I can as I know there wasn’t much time. My MIL rubbed her head and shoulder and told her «Its okay. Were all here. Just rest.» and my fiancé held his grandmas hand and reassured her that. She closed her eyes after a bit and with all of us touching her, she took her last breath. My heart hurts from the loss, but there is no other way we could have given her a better send off. Thank you for raising the man of my dreams, you were the best grandma to him and thank you for loving me, too.
Dawn had the unfortunate task of being the one to call it, but we were fortunate for her gentleness and help in directing us to funerary services. I wish I knew everyones name that helped us, but not one person was short of wonderful. Everyone treated patients and their family with dignity, respect and kindness. Thank you so much is mere words for my feelings towards the people who work here. They offer bereavement services for a year for the family as well, so hospice doesn’t end with the person passing on.
This is the kind of care everyone deserves and the kind of handling anyone who lost a love one would appreciate at this time. Loss is never easy, but I feel a sense of peace knowing her end was as gentle as possible because of this place.

I’m sitting here in my Dad’s room at Nathan Adelson as I type. My dad was brought here from a long –term critical care facility. The first thing they did was wash him down with a lavender bath. My dad has been in a vegetative coma state since the 1^st of May. My dad has been taken off life support and resting in his final days here. I am so thankful for the nurse that contacted my family and came to the hospital. We came and took a tour before we decided to bring him here, it was the best choice ever. This is such am amazing peaceful place to spend your final days. Even though my dad is in a coma, he is resting peacefully. They are giving him the medicine he needs to rest and stay comfortable. They treat all of us so good here. If you are looking for a peaceful loving place to either have your loved ones or yourself stay for your final days in Las Vegas, this is the place to be. I thought that hospice was a place to die, but instead its a place to peacefully go to the next level. Many loves to all who have an experience here.

My dad was diagnosed with prostate and bone cancer near the beginning of 2012. But in mid-​February 2014, things got much worse. He was hospitalized for awhile but we knew that he wouldn’t get better. Some in the family hesitated — the thought of hospice as «a place where people go to die» made that decision difficult. We wouldn’t be able to take care of him at home and keeping him in the hospital, when nothing more could be done, seemed kind of cruel and senseless. We’d great things about Nathan Adelson and after a meeting, my family decided that would be the best place for my dad.
After my dad was admitted, I went straight there. The place was peaceful. After signing in, you go to one of several public areas (tastefully decorated, with a sofa and a large TV, as well as the reception desk), each staffed with a nurse, surrounded by a few patient rooms, so the nurse to patient ratio is very good, and the nurse is very close if anything is needed. There are patios that, if the patient is well enough, can go out and get some fresh air. They not only allow, but encourage that family pets be brought in to comfort the patient.
The staff are all professional, compassionate and dedicated to making the patient’s final days as comfortable as possible. The patient rooms have several chairs and more can be brought in, so that visitors feel welcome. There is even a comfy recliner right next to the patient’s bed, in case a loved-​one wants to stay overnight. There is also a TV, if the patient is able to watch or even hear it. All of the staff members were very kind and helpful with any questions or concerns we had. The nurses looked in on him at least once an hour, and never made us feel like we were in the way. If there were moment when none of us could be there, we never had to worry — we knew the staff would take good care of dad.
As cliché as it might sound, my dad was allowed to leave this world in peace, surrounded by many loved ones.
The Chaplain at the hospice was very kind and unobtrusive. He asked if he might pray for my dad each day. He was such a pleasant person that we asked him to perform my dad’s service and he did so gladly. He met with any family member who wished to have input, asked many questions about my father (things he enjoyed in life, what was important to him, what he was like, any funny stories we might have about him, any scriptures or poems we might like recited) and gave a beautiful service, incorporating stories and information about my dad, so that all attending might know him a little better or be reminded of some of his characteristics or funny moments, truly able to celebrate his life.
Nathan Adelson was able to make my dad’s final days as nice as possible with a great staff, peaceful environment and a facility that was friendly to visitors. Their chaplain was able to help us move on, by not only praying for my father while he was alive, but also, by giving a wonderful service.

My brother was diagnosed with metastasized lung cancer in early Jan 2013. He passed away in less than a month. I was his Medical Power of Attorney. He did not want treatment and probably was not eligible. We were told it was time for Hospice and I live in another state. The doctor at the rehab Hosp recommended a Hospice that was 20 miles from home so his friends could not easily visit and had it terrible reviews on Unilocal.He was scheduled to go in the morning. In the middle of the night, I found these reviews and began looking for somewhere else. I found Nathan Adelson, read the reviews and took a giant leap of faith and had him sent there instead. It has relieved so much of the pain of the loss for me to know that he went to such a lovely place with the most compassionate people I have ever met. I only wish he could have gone there sooner. His nausea was managed so he could eat, the nurses got him everything he wanted to eat, even offering to go get him a hamburger! He was pain-​free and his kids were allowed to be there for as long as they wanted to stay. He could talk on the phone. He was clean. His dignity was preserved. He said I found him a wonderful place. I have re-​played that comment from him over and over in my mind, with tremendous satisfaction.
I have had such sadness and regret when other family members have passed away that they were in pain and frightened in hospitals. It has taken so much pain and regret out of his loss for me to know that I was able to place him in such a lovely place and keep him comfortable. It was inevitable we were going to lose him but it was so good that if he could not be home, he was in the next best place with the loving, intelligent people to guide the family along the path. Thank you, everyone at Nathan Adelson ~

I’ve resisted writing this review and further resisted posting it; however because of a very particular need they fill, the fear/​hesitation must end. My Dad’s best friend received at home (his wish) Hospice from Nathan Adelson that was nothing short of incredible.
Nurses, therapists, clergy and and ancillary staff were available for the family & friends during his last few weeks. We were able to help him, be with him in shifts and have professionals to provide care we could not. The nurses were amongst the most caring I’ve ever encountered & I’ve been in many healthcare situations.
When the time came to say goodbye, we were advised and treated with the utmost professionalism and respect. After so much suffering from cancer, chemo and its complications it was a blessing that this beautiful man was able to pass with dignity on his terms.
His wife received excellent aftercare and referral to counseling. My family was so impressed by this care that as we formulate plans for when my own Father’s illness progresses, Nathan Adelson is our choice. They provide compassionate care at a time when it is hard for most people to function.
There is no way around it: we will all die. Being able to make that transition surrounded by those you love and truly amazing folks to help is invaluable in my book. A non profit organization which meets a need and makes the worst time in your life more bearable = a true asset to the community.

A moment of silence for those who have passed away and their tombstones engraved on Unilocal…
Blessed Be!

My grandmother left us today at 10:26 AM.
But she did so without pain, in her home, surrounded by family that loved her very much.
Trisha, the admissions nurse for Nathan Adelson, spent countless hours facilitating my grandmother’s transport from Valley Hospital to her home. She put in 14+ hour days. She listened to everyone tell stories, she got my grandma everything she wanted and needed, she dealt with my entire family and answered every question, even though most of them were asked 10 times.
My grandmother was never in the facility, but she had all of the best treatment from their staff during her final moments. The nurse was there at the home when my grandma arrived. They had a respiratory therapist there to teach us how to use the BiPAP machine and give her respiratory treatments, feed her, etc.
A nurse came yesterday, my last day with her, and was the most honest out of every health professional that has seen her. She didn’t sugarcoat anything and told us that it was time to say goodbye. She had to do things for my grandmother that no other nurse did in the hospital.
She was so compassionate. Everyone was.
You can call as often as you want for services. It depends on what you want.
She just happened to go very quickly once she got home, so there was someone there every day, because even with everyone in my family being there, it was hard for us to take a break for ourselves and shower, eat, rest. That’s what they’re there for.
They have bereavement counseling available for 13 months after you lose someone.
My grandmother was a devout Catholic, so we even had a Chaplain from Nathan Adelson come to the home to give her last rights and anoint her with oils.
They are helping to facilitate the next transition.
Horrible things are sometimes said about places like this, but in my [two] experiences, they make everything so much easier on the family and much less worrisome. Because of them, I got to spend more valuable time with my grandma than what I would’ve had in the hospital.
Thanks to every Nathan Adelson staff member that helped my family go through this tough time.

My mother passed away 2 years ago at their facility. I felt she received humane and thoughtful care at the end. The facility had to deal with some most difficult family issues during this time and didn’t add any duress or drama for my mother during her time. I was pleased to have several months later taken phone calls from their family services checking on my own grieving and the situation that my step father was presented.
²⁰⁄₂₀ hindsight it would have been better to have gotten hospice involved months earlier but human denial didn’t help.