Liberty Home Care and Hospice Honored in Raleigh’s Best 2025 Awards
Liberty Home Care and Hospice has once again been recognized in The News & Observer’s Raleigh’s Best competition. This year, Liberty Home Care earned the Silver Award for Best Home Health Care and Liberty Hospice received the Bronze Award for Best Hospice — marking the second consecutive year our hospice care has been recognized for excellence.
These awards reflect our continued commitment to providing exceptional, compassionate care to patients and families throughout the greater Raleigh area. At Liberty Home Care and Hospice, our mission is to deliver expert, person-centered care that supports individuals and their loved ones through every stage of life — whether through skilled home health care, palliative services or end-of-life care.
“Receiving the Silver Award for Best Home Health Care of Raleigh is truly an honor. It means so much to our team,” shared Liberty Home Care Administrator Allison Smith. “We are grateful for the opportunity to provide compassionate care while helping others. This award reflects the dedication, care and hard work of our staff. We are committed to providing the best care to each patient and family member we serve.”
“Being recognized with the Bronze Award for Best Hospice of Raleigh is a true honor for Liberty Hospice,” shared Liberty Hospice Administrator Kehinde Peralte. “This recognition reflects the unwavering dedication of our staff and the trust our patients and their families place in us every day. It inspires us to continue delivering compassionate, quality care to those we serve.”
Providing Trusted, Compassionate Care Across the Triangle
Liberty Home Care offers skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and medical social work services to help patients recover, regain strength and live safely and independently at home.
Liberty Hospice provides expert medical care, emotional and spiritual support and family counseling to ensure that patients experience dignity, comfort and peace. Each care plan is customized to meet individual needs and preferences, allowing patients to focus on what matters most — quality of life.
We are grateful to the Raleigh community for their ongoing trust and support. These honors serve as an important reminder of the impact that compassionate, high-quality care can have on families throughout North Carolina.
Thank you to The News & Observer readers for once again recognizing Liberty Home Care and Hospice among the best care providers in the Triangle.
About Liberty Home Care and Hospice:
Liberty Home Care and Hospice is a part of Liberty Health, a family-owned company that has provided continuum of care services across the Carolinas and beyond since 1875. We are a leading provider of home health, palliative and hospice care throughout North Carolina. We also provide home health care in select counties in South Carolina and Virginia. For additional information about our locations and our comprehensive services designed to meet the evolving needs of our patients, please visit our website or call (800) 999-9883.
Common Myths About Hospice Care
Hospice care offers compassionate support for individuals and families facing life’s final chapter, focusing on comfort, dignity and peace. Unfortunately, misconceptions about hospice care often prevent people from seeking the support they need. By addressing these myths, we hope to provide clarity and empower families to make informed decisions about their care options.
Myth 1: Hospice Is Only for the Last Days of Life
Reality: Hospice is not just for the final days of life. Hospice care can actually support a patient and their family for months, focusing on comfort, peace and meaningful moments together. Studies show that when hospice care begins early, it not only improves quality of life, but can sometimes even extend it by managing symptoms effectively.
Myth 2: Hospice Means You Can No Longer Receive Treatment
Reality: Hospice focuses on comfort rather than curative treatments, but that doesn’t mean all medical care stops. Patients continue to receive medications and therapies that manage symptoms and improve quality of life. Additionally, the hospice team provides emotional and spiritual support tailored to each individual’s needs.
Myth 3: Hospice Means Giving Up Hope and Hastens Death
Reality: Hospice does not mean giving up hope but rather shifts the focus to maximizing comfort and quality of life. Many individuals and families find hope in making meaningful memories together, ensuring dignity and maintaining personal control over their care choices. The goal is to make the patient as comfortable as possible, ensuring a peaceful transition for everyone involved.
Myth 4: Hospice Is a Place
Reality: Hospice is not a location—it is a type of care that can be provided in a patient’s home, a skilled nursing facility, an assisted living center or a hospital. The goal is to meet the patient wherever they are most comfortable.
Myth 5: Hospice Is Only for the Elderly
Reality: Hospice is available for individuals of all ages who are facing a life-limiting illness. Regardless of age, hospice focuses on providing personalized care and support to both patients and their families.
Myth 6: Hospice Patients Must Give Up Their Primary Care Physician
Reality: Patients in hospice care can continue seeing their primary care physician. Hospice care is a collaborative approach with an interdisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, aides, social workers, volunteers and chaplains who work together to provide comprehensive support.
Myth 7: Hospice Is Limited to Six Months of Care
Reality: While hospice care is generally intended for patients with a prognosis of six months or less, care can continue beyond that timeframe if a patient remains eligible under medical guidelines. Some patients even improve and transition out of hospice care.
Myth 8: Hospice Provides 24/7 Care
Reality: While hospice staff is available 24/7 for support, routine care is provided through scheduled visits. If an after-hours visit is necessary, on call staff is available to meet the needs of the patient and provide support to the family. Families who need around-the-clock care can work with the hospice team to arrange those services.
Myth 9: Hospice Care Is Expensive
Reality: Hospice is typically covered by Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance plans at no cost to the patient. Hospice providers cover the cost of medications, disposable supplies and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) needed during hospice care. Financial assistance options are available to ensure access to hospice care, regardless of a family’s financial situation.
Myth 10: Hospice Is Only for the Patient
Reality: Hospice care extends beyond the patient, offering counseling, respite care and support to family members as well. Bereavement services are also available to help families cope with loss before and after the passing of a loved one.
Making an Informed Choice
Understanding the facts about hospice care allows individuals and families to make informed decisions about their healthcare journey. Hospice is not about giving up—it is about ensuring comfort, dignity and the best possible quality of life.
To learn more about hospice care and how Liberty Hospice can support you or your loved one, click here.
About Liberty Home Care and Hospice
Liberty Home Care and Hospice is a part of Liberty Health, a family-owned company that has provided continuum of care services across the Carolinas and beyond since 1875. We are a leading provider of home health, palliative and hospice care throughout North Carolina. We also provide home health care in select counties in South Carolina and Virginia. For additional information about our locations and our comprehensive services designed to meet the evolving needs of our patients, please visit our website or call (800) 999-9883.
Liberty Hospice Locations Achieve Level 3 We Honor Veterans Status
Liberty Hospice is proud to announce that 13 office locations have recently achieved Level 3 Partner status with We Honor Veterans, a national initiative led by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Our Burlington, Dunn, Durham, Fayetteville, Jacksonville, Roanoke Rapids, Sanford, Siler City, Smithfield, Supply, Swanquarter, Wendell, and Wilmington offices now hold Level 3 Partner status, further demonstrating Liberty Hospice’s dedication to ensuring Veterans and their families receive the highest quality hospice care across North Carolina. This accomplishment reflects our ongoing commitment to recognizing, honoring and providing compassionate, specialized care for the Veterans who have bravely served our country.
What Level 3 We Honor Veterans Status Means
Achieving Level 3 Partner status is a significant milestone in the We Honor Veterans program. It requires hospices to go beyond basic recognition of Veterans by actively developing programs, policies and partnerships that ensure Veterans receive care tailored to their unique experiences.
To earn this certification, Liberty Hospice teams have completed a variety of Veteran-focused education, outreach and partnership activities, including:
- Conducting Veteran-specific training sessions for hospice staff and volunteers
- Integrating military history checklists into patient intake and care planning
- Developing and implementing a Veteran-to-Veteran Volunteer Program to connect Veteran patients with fellow Veterans for meaningful support
- Hosting Veteran-specific outreach presentations within the community and healthcare settings
- Building strong partnerships with VA Medical Centers and Veteran Service Organizations to ensure Veterans and their families have access to essential benefits and resources
Why This Matters for Veterans and Families
Veterans often face unique physical, emotional and spiritual challenges at the end of life, shaped by their military service. Liberty Hospice recognizes the importance of specialized care that addresses these needs with compassion, dignity and respect.
By participating in the We Honor Veterans program, our teams are able to:
- Provide personalized hospice care that acknowledges the impact of military service
- Support families in understanding and accessing Veteran benefits
- Connect Veteran patients with fellow Veteran volunteers for camaraderie and shared understanding
- Strengthen community partnerships to expand access to care and resources
Liberty Hospice’s Commitment
At Liberty Hospice, we are honored to care for the Veterans who once served us. Our Burlington, Dunn, Durham, Fayetteville, Jacksonville, Roanoke Rapids, Sanford, Siler City, Smithfield, Supply, Swanquarter, Wendell, and Wilmington hospice teams will continue advancing through the We Honor Veterans program with the goal of achieving Level 4 and Level 5 Partner status in the future.
We extend our deepest gratitude to our Veteran patients and their families for trusting us with their care. It is our privilege to walk alongside them through their hospice journey while providing compassion, respect and honor.
About Liberty Home Care and Hospice
Liberty Home Care and Hospice is a part of Liberty Health, a family-owned company that has provided continuum of care services across the Carolinas and beyond since 1875. We are a leading provider of home health, palliative and hospice care throughout North Carolina. We also provide home health care in select counties in South Carolina and Virginia. For additional information about our locations and our comprehensive services designed to meet the evolving needs of our patients, please visit our website or call (800) 999-9883.