HomeCare & Hospice

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Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital’s HomeCare and Hospice has been providing exceptional service and dedicated healthcare for over 30 years. Our commitment to excellence shines through in every part of our work.

We feel it is important to ensure our patient’s well being and peace of mind in the home setting. That’s why we work closely with our hospital,  Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital to help ease the transition from the hospital to home.  We also have great working relationships with other hospitals in state and out of state and can receive referrals for both our home health and hospice program from any licensed physician, hospital or long term care facility.  

When it comes to high quality home medical services, Schoolcraft Memorial HomeCare and Hospice is unparalleled.

Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital’s HomeCare & Hospice Department has earned the 2025 SHPBest™ “Premier Performer” Patient Experience Award from Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP)!
 
This national recognition is awarded to home health agencies that rank in the top 5% for overall patient experience among eligible SHP clients. For the 2025 awards, SHP reviewed patient experience results from more than 3,200 home health providers nationwide.
 
This achievement reflects what matters most to us: providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients and families in the comfort of their own homes.

Home Health Care

Home Health services bring the expert care and attention Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital is known for right into your own home. Patients who no longer require hospitalization but still need skilled medical attention are perfect candidates for our HomeCare program. Our highly experienced registered nurses will come to your home to evaluate, treat and educate you on your specific medical care needs and management  A registered nurse is on call 24 hours per day 7 days a week. Home health care can be a less expensive and less stressful solution than an extended hospital or nursing home stay.

There are many medical services that are ideally suited for performing in home rather than enduring the stress of going to the hospital. Some of the care options we offer include:

  • Aide Services
  • Physical Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Nursing Services
  • Wound Care
  • Speech Therapy
  • Social Worker Services
  • Home infusion therapy

Home care and hospice services in Schoolcraft County and parts of the surrounding counties.

Hospice Care

At Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital, we understand that those requiring hospice care need compassion and thoughtfulness in all aspects of their days. That’s why we are proud to offer the finest hospice care available in the state, with the patient and not the illness as our top priority.

Our expertly trained team is dedicated to providing compassionate care and support services for patients and their loved ones. Our central goal is to assist patients with life limiting illnesses to continue their life with the support of various members of our team . With Schoolcraft Memorial Hospice care, our patients are free to live their lives with dignity, respect and purpose.

Our team are experts in providing a comprehensive range of hospice services including:

  • Physician Home Visits
  • Volunteer Services 
  • Social Work Services
  • Physical Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Speech Therapy
  • Medications
  • Hospice Aide Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Medical Equipment
  • Respite Care (providing a break for the caregiver)
  • Bereavement Support Services
  • Spiritual Care
  • Massage Therapy (for patient or Caregiver)

Hospice Volunteers

Our hospice program is always looking for dedicated volunteers to assist patients and their families.

  • Any Age
  • Any Talent
  • Any Contribution of Time

Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital’s HomeCare and Hospice is looking to enhance our Hospice Volunteer Program.

A little of your time can change a life! Please consider joining our team today.

Download Volunteer Application

Please email your completed application to smhhomecare@scmh.org or mail it to our address at 7870W US HWY 2 Manistique, MI 49854.

How do I qualify for Home Health & Hospice?

To ensure our expert nurses are treating patients who truly need it, there are some qualifications that need to be met in order to be eligible for Home Health and Hospice. If you have any questions about qualification for either program, please call us at 906-341-3284 and we will be happy to answer your questions.

Home Health Requirements

  • A Physician’s Order.
  • A skilled need, for example nursing, physical therapy etc.
  • Be considered homebound, which means leaving home requires much forethought, planning and/or assistance.

Hospice Requirements

  • Physician certified terminal illness with a life expectancy of less than six months.
  • An available 24-hour caregiver.

Payment Information

We understand that seeking medical care can be a financially daunting experience. We strive to work with every patient to find a payment option that suits their needs. Medicare & most Medicare HMO insurances cover costs for qualifying individuals. Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, other insurances and private pay are payment options.

Community Service Clinics

Schoolcraft Memorial is also pleased to offer a range of patient services at our collection of Community Service Clinics. Our highly skilled staff will be able to assist you with a comprehensive selection of outpatient services.

Our team of dedicated Registered Nurses have decades of experience with many patients services including:

  • Blood pressure monitoring
  • Instructions on medication administration
  • How to set up medical devices
  • Answer all your health care questions

(906) 341-3284

Blood Pressure Screening

Monitoring blood pressure is an important part of elderly care and patients at risk of hypertension. Schoolcraft Memorial HomeCare offers complete blood pressure screening services in a range of convenient locations in Manistique and Germfask.

Manistique Senior Citizens Center ~ 101 Main St., Manistique
Every Friday from 11:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m.
(906) 341-5923 or (906) 341-3284


Christ Fellowship Church ~ 8082 Cornell Rd, Germfask
Second & Fourth Monday of the month from 11:00am -12:00pm
(906) 341-3284

Heritage House, 900 Steuben Ave., Manistique
1st & 3rd Thursday of every Month from 12pm-1pm

Foot Care Clinics

Foot care is an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and a high quality of life. Schoolcraft Memorial offers a range of podiatric services for the local community provided by a highly qualified Licensed Nurse. Please note that appointments are required for all services to ensure appropriate care is provided to all our patients.

Patient Residence
Price
   Within City Limits
   $20
   Outside City Limits
   $40

Please call 906.341.3284 for more information or an appointment.
Contact Information:

Jen Evink, RN – Director

Schoolcraft Memorial HomeCare and Hospice

Located in Cornerstone Building behind the Rural Health Clinic

7870W US Highway 2

Manistique, MI  49854

(906) 341-3284 or 1-800-341-7642

(906) 341-1978 (fax)

Schoolcraft Memorial HomeCare and Hospice

Angel Bernard
3 years ago
Response from the owner:We appreciate your 5-star rating!
Heather Chambers
6 years ago
After a cancer diagnosis of my Grandmother, we called SMH to set up hospice. From the beginning of the short journey until the end, they were amazing. As a family, we were supported and able to be there with Grandma until the end. It made it be a very healing experience.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words. Our compassionate hospice teams keep families informed and provide comforting care. Thank you for choosing Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital HomeCare & Hospice.
Jeffrey Herlik
6 years ago
From start to finish SMH HomeCare and hospice were caring and compassionate with my mother and our family. They went above and beyond what I expected and were quick to respond to any questions or needs. I can’t thank them enough for the care they provided! Dianna Herlik

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