Most people would rather die surrounded by people they love and in an environment in which they are comfortable. This is where Hospice Care can help. Hospice is the end of life care that provides dying patients and their families comfort, compassion and above all DIGNITY. Hospice care consists of many aspects, social workers, grief counselors, religious leaders, healthcare aides, as well as the medical team. Below is a listing of Hospice Care agencies in the metro area. These agencies are licensed by the state of Louisiana. They accept Medicare as well as Medicaid and most private pay insurance. To meet eligibility the person's doctor must verify the person is terminally ill.