When the end of a loved one’s life is near, it is a very difficult time for the family as well as the patient. Sadness and many other emotions will be difficult deal with. Allowing a loved one to pass in the comfort of their home instead of a sterile environment of a hospital or nursing home is possible with the help of In Home Hospice Care. Hospice care allows the patient to remain comfortable and assists the family through this very trying time. Hospice care can offer personal care assistance with grooming and bathing, medication administration and management as well as medical equipment and more for the patient.
Hospice care will work with the attending physician to offer a supportive and caring treatment plan. Palliative care is part of the hospice program and focuses on providing relief of painful symptoms that can occur with an illness. Palliative care is for individuals with painful conditions that are lifelong. A terminal diagnosis does is not part of the requirements for this type of care. They will offer the best quality of life available while treating the patient in their home. In Home Hospice Care is available for patients that are expected to live six months of less. The staff understands the family is struggling to deal with a loved one’s life soon ending and will offer the emotional and physical support needed to care for the patient and family.
Hospice can provide everything a terminal patient may need. This would include a hospital bed, wheelchair, oxygen and personal care items. They will deliver the highest quality of care possible include management of their medication. Companionship during this difficult time is part of the services the hospice staff can deliver. Their emotional and spiritual support is something that cannot be delivered in an institution. The main goal of hospice care is to provide a safe, comfortable and caring environment for the family and patient in the comfort of the patient’s home. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to be by the family and patient’s side during this very trying time.
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