LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care
Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Palatine, IL

LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care

Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Palatine, IL

Overview of LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care

LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care provides hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Palatine, Illinois. Hospice and palliative care center on comfort, dignity, quality of life, and medical needs for people facing terminal illness, while respite care provides a short term stay for a primary caregiver who needs time to travel, recover, or manage other responsibilities.

Care services include personal care assistance, nutritional counseling, hospice medical equipment, and rehabilitation services with speech and occupational therapy. Emotional support, grief support, and help related to family caregiver burnout address the needs of both the person receiving care and those involved in caregiving.

LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care opened in 2012, and Alex Roshko, RN, serves as director. A doctor is on staff. The range of hospice, palliative, and respite services may suit a family seeking comfort focused care for terminal illness or short term support while a usual caregiver takes a break.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
64 / 100

About this community

License Details

AccreditationsACHC Accredited

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Respite Care
Palliative Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsPhysical Support, Family Caregiver Burnout, Individual Health Education, Personal Care Assistant, Nutritional Counseling, Hospice Medical Equipment, Speech and Occupational Therapy, Emotional Support, Grief Support, Bereavement Counseling, Emotional Support Volunteer, Hospice Bereavement Coordinator, Emotional & Spiritual Support, Spiritual Support, Grief & Bereavement Counseling, Education and Support Regarding, Veterans Support, Specialized Care for Veterans
Volunteer Program

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Managed by Alexander Roshko

Administrator

Alexander Roshko is the founder and administrator of LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care. Inspired by personal experience, he began his hospice career progressing from caregiver to administrator. He founded LifeChoice in 2018 to provide compassionate, patient-centered care that prioritizes dignity and comfort during the final chapter of life.

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Financial Assistance for
Hospice Care in Illinois

LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care is located in Palatine, Illinois.
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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
IL

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IL

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
IL

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IL

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IL

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care

Is LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care in a walkable area?

LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care has a walk score of 64. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care?

No, LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care?

The team at LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care can be reached at info@mylifechoice.org.

Are there photos of LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care?

Yes — there is 1 photo of LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care provide?

LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care offers Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care.

What is the address of LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care?

LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care is located at 800 E Northwest Hwy #526, Palatine, IL 60074.

What is the phone number of LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care?

(847) 396-9887 will put you in contact with the team at LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care.

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