Old Colony Hospice has been providing hospice and palliative care services to patients and their families since 1979. Our mission is to compassionately care for individuals and their loved ones coping with complex illnesses and end of life needs while preserving dignity and quality of life. 

Our Hospice care offers patients the comfort and support they need to maximize their quality of life. Our services are performed by an interdisciplinary, compassionate team to meet the unique needs of each patient and family. 

Our Dr. Ruth McLain Hospice Home, located in Braintree, is charming and quaint and serves patients and their families in private rooms that are warm, comfortable and clinically staffed by our dedicated team of professionals 24 hours a day. In this setting, our team will continue to provide the very best end-of-life care to the patients we have the great privilege to care for. 

Our Palliative care provides emotional, spiritual and physical support for patients diagnosed with chronic or serious illnesses. Our services are designed to improve the quality of life for patients and their families by providing support to cope with complex medical conditions. 

Old Colony Hospice is CHAP accredited, Best of the South Shore (BOSS) 2024 & 2025, Boston Globe's Top Places to Work for multiple years, Hospice Honors Elite, "We Honor Veterans" Level 5 Partner, consistently above state and national averages for quality. 

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“MAKING EACH DAY COUNT”