Hospice

Testimonials"They were very concerned about my getting well. They told me the things I could do to help myself until they got back."Testimonials"The nurses…were wonderful, and they were the same ones that took care of me before. It was nice to have people I know and who know me."Testimonials"They were very good to me and now I can get around in my own home. Thank you very much."Testimonials"My therapist was very nice and took very good care of me. I would not be walking if she had not helped me as much as she did."Testimonials"Our nurse was a very well-mannered professional and always has a good attitude. Her personality and professionalism made her visit a welcomed event!"Testimonials"The physical therapist was exceptional! She helped prepare me for extended outpatient therapy at a rehab center. She was kind and gentle but insisted on me doing my best."Testimonials"The nurse was an excellent help to us. Very supportive of my husband, who is a first time caregiver. "Testimonials"The people that worked with me were conscientious and cared about me and the job they did."Testimonials"For me, home care was a good experience. Knowing that there is this class of agency to maintain good health. Thanks to everyone that helped me!"Testimonials"When I learned about your home care agency, I was hospitalized and trying to decide whether to go home or to a nursing home until I got stronger. I am so glad I chose home care. I can't say enough good things about the quality."Testimonials"Everyone I came in contact with was so caring and concerned. They made all the paperwork so pleasant and easy. These are the kind of people that make being sick, not so bad at all."Testimonials" I am very much grateful for the care provided. They are the best and through their help, I am well on the road to recovery. "

Palliative Care

Palliative care is defined as specialized medical care designed for patients with serious illness. Regardless of the diagnosis, patients are provided relief from the pain, the symptoms and stresses caused by their illness. The focus is on improving quality of life for the patient and their family. Unlike hospice, palliative care is appropriate for patients in all stages of the disease process including curative treatment. Similar to hospice, the approach to palliative care involves a multidisciplinary team including pharmacists, nurses, social workers, spiritual counselors, psychologists and other health professionals whose focus is to relieve the patient’s suffering in all areas of their life; the physical, spiritual, emotional and social concerns that come with their particular illness.

Palliative care is now more widely used with patients with chronic conditions or progressive diseases such as renal disease, chronic heart failure, and pulmonary disorders such as COPD, in addition to those with cancer. The typical patient may be concerned with relief from pain and symptom management, but also fear of what the future may bring, loss of independence and feeling like a burden to their family.

Palliative treatments are offered through many types of services to the patient; relief from suffering, treatment of pain and other symptoms, psychological and spiritual care, a support system to help the individual live as actively as possible and a support system to help the patient’s family provide care and be offered respite care.