Palliative Care Services
Palliative Care, also known as Supportive Care, is a service for those with serious illnesses.
With the help and guidance of your Palliative Care team, the type of care you receive will depend upon your individual needs and goals. From reducing pain to helping you or your loved one better understand your illness, your medical care should encompass every aspect of your well-being: BODY, MIND and SPIRIT.
Signs That It May Be Time To Choose Palliative Care:
You Or A Loved One Have Been Diagnosed With A Serious Illness:
Choosing Palliative Care does not mean you or a loved one cannot continue to seek treatment.
Frequent Trips to the Emergency Room:
When a serious illness results in frequent trips to the ER, then it is likely a good time to consider supportive services.
Pain And Suffering Have Become Intolerable
Palliative Care professionals can help manage pain and symptoms, as well as assist with anxiety, depression and fear.
You Or A Loved One Needs Additional Therapists:
Our care team consists of nurses, therapists and, social workers who will work together to maintain pain relief and quality of life.
You or a Loved One Needs Ongoing Advice Regarding Medical Procedures
One of the goals of Palliative Care is open, honest communication. The Palliative Care team can assist you to understand about medical procedures and help ensure you are not in the dark about your health status.
Caregiver Burnout:
First Choice Home Health Care Services understands the physical and emotional toll that is placed on the care giver. We will provide support, encouragement and the ability to take regular breaks in order to relieve stress and restore your energy.
- Medical Social Workers:
- Palliative Care Services
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Nurses
- Caregiver Burnout
Our Guarantee
First Choice Home Health Care Services guarantees to be accessible to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide quality home health care and customer service to you and your loved ones.
How can First Choice Home Health Care Services help?
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