Endings matter, not just for the person but, perhaps even more, for the ones left behind.” Atul Gawande, Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End.
Hospice care is a type of healthcare that focuses on terminally ill patients’ pain and symptoms and attending to their emotional and spiritual needs at the end of life. Hospice care prioritizes comfort and quality of life by reducing pain and suffering.
Hospice care is a human right and every insurance company covers it, so be rest assured you or a loved one will be taken care of. Life is an interesting journey made up of stages and one thing is for sure, when there are births, they surely will be deaths. That is the nature of life and we as a society should consider having meaningful conversations about the end-of-life process. Whether it be culture or our belief systems, conversations centered around death are hard to come by unless they are initiated for educational purposes.
Home Health Care Services companies specialize in giving personal care and their services are helpful in assisting the patient during this difficult time. Some of the services offered by Home Health companies include medication reminders, laundry, personal care (bath, toileting, etc.), and light housekeeping. These services provide a serene environment, one which is conducive to relaxation and comfort.
Every patient is different; therefore, the nurse/caregiver will have to adjust in order to cater to the patient accordingly. We at Humble Home Care Services understand that this is a difficult time for the family and particularly the patient. We are honored and are grateful for the opportunities to work with Hospice care patients as we are aware that our nurses/caregivers may be the last people to have contact with the patient. Our caregivers undergo monthly training sessions on how to care for hospice patients with compassionate care and professionalism. With over half a decade in the Home Care Services industry, we have more than enough experience to take care of your loved one.
It is our goal to make this process as comfortable as we can for the patient. It is essential for us to provide the best possible care and at the same time be great companions to our patients. We treat our patients with dignity and respect and are humbled by their seasoned experience in life. And when the end comes, we will be there with and for your loved one.