You are not alone.
Our compassionate Island team is here to make life’s hardest transitions easier.
Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha's Vineyard is here for you.
For Patients
For Family & Caregivers
For Professionals
You have a say in your care.
If you are facing serious illness or grief, our experienced team will be there when you need us. At Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha’s Vineyard (HPCMV), we focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life—managing pain and symptoms while supporting your emotional, spiritual, and practical needs. We’ll partner with you and those involved in your care to address what matters most to you. Guided by your needs and choices, we offer end-of-life care in the place you call home.
Care for the last phase of life should center the whole person and all the people who matter.
Our Services
Hospice Care
Expert care for people facing serious illness and their family, focused on comfort, dignity & quality of life, rather than cure.
Palliative Care
Specialized serivces for those living with serious illness who are not yet eligible or ready for Medicare Hospice services.
Grief Counseling
Grief & bereavement support for people of all ages who have experienced the death of someone significant to them.
It’s never too soon to call. Reach out today to find out if our services are right for you.
Why it's never too soon to call HPCMV
A sneak preview of our public awareness campaign video, produced by Circuit Arts. Stay tuned for the full video!
Your Team
Caring for our Martha's Vineyard neighbors since 1981
We are a locally-based team of professionals, skilled and dedicated to the heart of hospice care—putting patients, families, and providers at the center of the high-quality end-of-life care we provide for our Island community. Our team strives to take a personal and compassionate approach that honors the dignity of each person entrusted in our care. We are here to ensure that you are not alone, providing comfort, guidance, and support for patients, families, and caregivers throughout the end-of-life experience.
Community Testimonials
Upcoming Events
2026 Handmade From The Heart
2026 Handmade From The Heart
Kick off the Holiday season with Handmade from the Heart! All are welcome to come to support Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha’s Vineyard at Handmade From The Heart on
HPCMV In The News
“It’s About Living”: HPCMV Featured in The MV Times
We’re grateful to The MV Times and writer Abby Remer for a thoughtful look at Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha’s Vineyard as we mark 45 years of caring for our Island.
Congratulations to JessAnna Watts, RN, CHPN
We have some happy news to share! JessAnna Watts, Hospice RN Case Manager at Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha's Vineyard, has earned her Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) credential. The CHPN is a national board certification for registered nurses who...
MVY Radio – Vineyard Current Interview with Amanda Zoref on Camp By The Sea
HPCMV grief counselor Amanda Zoref joined MVY Radio’s Ray Whitaker for the Vineyard Current to talk about our grief camp for children in grades K–8. Hear Amanda share how Camp By The Sea helps kids navigate grief, connect with others, and simply be kids. [button...
How to Get Involved?
Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha’s Vineyard is proudly Medicare-Certified and Accredited by Community Health Accreditation Partners (CHAP)
