• Must be enrolled in VNHLC  (Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Litcfield County)
• Have a medically supported prognosis of three months or less to live
• Have voluntarily chosen to stop all curative treatments
• Have a signed and valid Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order in place
• Have designated a healthcare proxy and financial power of attorney
• Have a plan for residence and continued care in case of discharge

• Have an infectious or contagious disease/conditions
• Require IVs, central lines, or feeding tubes
• Display aggressive or violent behaviors
• Insulin-dependent residents will only be considered if insulin care is managed without any involvement from EMH staff. 

Potential residents with dementia, Alzheimer’s, or mental health conditions will be considered on a case-by-case basis and only if it is a secondary diagnosis the terminal diagnosis/illness.

East Mountain House is committed to providing end-of-life care without financial barriers. The cost of providing 24-hour care is significant, but we never turn anyone away due to inability to pay.

Residents and families who have resources contribute what they can—whether that covers the full cost of care, a portion, or nothing at all. Those without financial means receive the same quality of care and attention.

Our ability to offer this accessibility depends on the generosity of community donors, local businesses, foundations, and grant programs.