Optimal Health Services, A Bristol Hospice Company

All Bristol Hospice programs are designed to promote quality care and comprehensive hospice services available to our patients, families, and communities.

Optimal Hospice, A Bristol Hospice Company is graciously committed to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and quality of care.

Optimal’s Caring support when it matters the most! Optimal Health Services provides home health care and hospice care to patients and families in the comfort of their own homes. Helping people who have experienced illness or injury to remain in their home environment safely and comfortably is our goal.

"The people at Optimal Hospice were patient and caring. With their help, Dave was comfortable at home with loved ones."

Marty Butt, Family Member
Bakersfield, CA

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Medical Social Worker

The Medical Social Worker must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, sociology or other related field and a Masters in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Also must have 1-year experience under the supervision of a MSW. The Medical Social Worker assesses the psychosocial status of patients/families/caregivers ability to function adequately. The MSW also prepares and submits clinical progress notes, which reflect patient/family issues and goals as it relates to the plan of care. The MSW also counsels the patients/families/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress and other identified coping difficulties. Must also work effectively with the interdisciplinary team, physicians and other medical professionals in the community.