When an individual nears end of life, the care and support the patient and his or her family receives is offered with kindness, sensitivity and respect for each family's culture, religious background, values and wishes.
Hospice provides pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, family education, medical equipment, consultation on financial matters or family issues, and coordination of care with other members of the resident's care team, including that resident's family.
Providence Hospice has specially trained hospice volunteers available to be with the resident and aid with any daily activities or simply sit, read, or hold a hand. Bereavement support is provided to family members for a full 13-months following the death of their loved one.
A patient's home may be his or her private residence, an assisted living facility, a skilled nursing facility, or a residential retirement home.
Hospice team
Providence Hospice is comprised of an interdisciplinary team of professionals. The Hospice Team includes:
Hospice nurse (available 24/7)
Social workers
Chaplains/home health aides
Specially trained volunteers
Medical director
Bereavement specialist for family members
Pharmacist
In addition, if your loved one resides in a skilled nursing, assisted living or residential retirement facility, team members will also include:
The resident and the resident’s family members
Resident’s physician
Resident’s care manager
Arranging for care
As your family member nears end of life, he or she may be experiencing an increase in symptoms or new symptoms that may compromise his or her quality of life. Among these symptoms may be:
Weight loss
Incontinence
Increased confusion
Infections
Difficulty breathing
Consult with a nurse practitioner
If you are unsure as to whether hospice is appropriate for your family, you can email or call and speak with one of our hospice nurse practitioners who can answer all your questions and provide a assessment of your family member. Most insurance covers the cost of the initial consultation from a nurse practitioner.
Financial considerations
Medicare, Medicaid and most insurance plans cover Hospice services. Providence Hospice does not turn away an individual based on his or her ability to pay.
