Hospice offers a comprehensive program of care to patients and families facing a life-threatening illness. It is primarily a concept of care, not a specific place of care.
Hospice emphasizes palliative rather than curative treatment; quality rather than quantity of life. Professional medical care is given, and sophisticated symptom relief is provided. The patient and family are both included in the care plan, and emotional, spiritual, and practical support is given based on the patient's wishes and family's needs.
Hospice Touch services are available to patients of any age, ethnicity, religion, or illness. The nature of dying is so unique that the goal of the hospice team is to be sensitive and responsive to the special requirements of each individual and family.
Hospice Touch believes that every individual has the right to die free of pain.
WHAT SERVICES Does Hospice Touch PROVIDE?
A registered nurse on-call 24 hours a day
Palliative care for pain control
Symptom management for comfort
Homemaking services for assistance and light housekeeping
Counseling and bereavement for patients and family
Assist with memorial preparations
Practical care such as bathing and assistance with everyday activities
Education for family regarding patient care and what to expect
Prescription medications, medical equipment, and supplies related to the terminal diagnosis
Assistance with insurance paperwork and other matters of financial concern
A dietician to asses nutritional needs, provide information, and implement a nutritional program
Therapists to assess physical or communication needs
Additional services that may be required in order to serve any individual patient
More info on Hospice from the NHPCO:
For more info and videos, please visit the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
