Call us at 832.610.9733
Call us at 832.610.9733
OUR SERVICES
- Nursing Care - Registered nurses coordinates care for every patient, provide direct patient care, monitor medications and check symptoms. The nurse maintains communication with the physician as the patient's condition and treatment changes warrants.
- Medical Social Services - The social worker evaluates the family dynamics and acts as an advocate for the patient and family in making use of community resources. The social worker also provides advice and counseling to the patient and family members during the crisis period while providing feedback to the hospice team on recommended changes.
- Physician Services - The patient's physician approves the plan of care and works closely with the hospice team. A hospice medical director is available to the attending physician, the patient, and the hospice care team as a consultant and a resource.
- Spiritual Support - Spiritual Care members are available to visit and provide support to the terminally ill. The Spiritual Care members also coordinate support with the patient's personal clergy when desired.
- Bereavement Services and support for family members and significant others throughout the patient's illness and for a minimum of 13 months (more, if needed) following the death.
- Certified Nurses Aide Services - Certified Nurses Aides provide personal care for the patient, such as bathing, shampooing, shaving, and nail care. Certified Nurse Aides also provide valuable feedback to the Team regarding their observation and the patient's needs.
- Volunteers - Volunteers are trained in good listening skills and provide compassionate support for both patient and family. They offer companionship and help with everyday tasks such as shopping, sitting, and other tasks which help maintain the family's routine. Volunteer services may also include professional and personal care services.
- Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapies - Daily living tasks such as walking, dressing, or feeding oneself can become challenging during an illness. Therapists help the patient develop new ways to accomplish these task.