Left to right, Connecticut Hospice medical director Dr. Joe Sacco, Mary Ann Fieffer, APRN, and Rachel Green, RN, are photographed at Connecticut Hospice in Branford on March 26, 2018.

Connecticut Hospice extends palliative care to patients at home with serious illness.

BRANFORD – Peter Simoni of East Haven has fought cancer for nine years and receives regular visits from a nurse and home health aide from Connecticut Hospice. Dr. Joseph Sacco, the hospice’s medical director, has also stopped by.

Read the article on nhregister.com >

Subscribe for Resources and Updates

End-of-Life Breathing Patterns: Signs, Causes, and Keeping a Loved One Comfortable

Medicare Part A Explained: Coverage, Costs, and the Catches

Medicare Basics: Medicare Eligibility Requirements, Costs, and What to Expect

Celebrating National Nurses Week 2026 at The Connecticut Hospice

Medical doctor's working table. Focus on stethoscope.

Hospice Eligibility Criteria: Clinical Indicators and Documentation Guidelines

Hospice Pastoral Care Is for Everyone. Here’s What That Really Means.

Speak to a Care Guide

Speak with a volunteer who has personal experience with hospice services.

Have Questions?

Call our Admissions staff 24/7.

(203) 315-7540

Make a Donation

As a local not-for-profit, The Connecticut Hospice relies on donor support to provide individualized services and therapies not fully covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance.

Your generosity helps ensure that every patient and family receives the care, comfort, and support they need, regardless of circumstances.

Questions?

Our team is here to listen, help, and connect you with the right solution for your situation.

2026 Waves of Gratitude Gala

On Saturday, October 3, 2026, The Connecticut Hospice will host its fourth annual Waves of Gratitude Gala, bringing together patients and families, volunteers, staff, donors, community leaders, and supporters from across Connecticut for a memorable night of gratitude and giving.