Patients facing a terminal illness often consider hospice care to help maintain the best possible quality of life during their final days, weeks, or months. Hospice philosophy focuses on keeping patients comfortable and providing compassionate care during the end of life.
Entering hospice doesn’t hasten death. Instead, it involves an acceptance of the terminal diagnosis and an attempt to face the end of life with dignity.
The patient’s wishes are a primary concern during hospice care. For some, the ability to manage symptoms at home and reduce hospital visits may be a priority. Others may prioritize reducing the burden on family caregivers or remaining in a family home.
The goal of Three Oaks Hospice is to always accommodate the wishes of the patient and family.
The patient’s wishes are a primary concern during hospice care. For some, the ability to manage symptoms at home and reduce hospital visits may be a priority. Others may prioritize reducing the burden on family caregivers or remaining in a family home. The goal of Three Oaks Hospice is to always accommodate the wishes of the patient and family.
In-home hospice care focuses on caring for patients’ needs in their chosen environment. Often, this is the patient’s home, but it doesn’t have to be. For example, a hospice team can provide care to a patient in the homes of family members, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home.
Individuals with renal disease, neurological diseases, dementia, pulmonary disease, heart disease, AIDS, or cancer may qualify for hospice.
Three Oaks Hospice provides tailored care for individuals with these and other conditions.
We’re here to help you understand and navigate hospice.