When facing a terminal illness, the journey can be incredibly challenging for patients and their loved ones. At Amavi, we understand the difficulties of this transition and are here to provide compassionate guidance and support every step of the way.
What is Hospice Care?
Hospice care is a specialized form of care provided for those with life-limiting conditions that give them a life expectancy of 6 months or less, as determined by a physician. Rather than seeking to cure the disease, hospice care shifts the focus to managing symptoms and increasing comfort as the illness progresses naturally. This compassionate approach allows patients to live fully during their remaining time.
How Hospice Care Works at Amavi
When Amavi Hospice is invited into the patient's home, a dedicated team of caring professionals collaborates to create a personalized care plan tailored precisely to the patient's needs, values, and wishes. Our interdisciplinary hospice team includes:
- Hospice Doctors and Nurses to expertly manage pain, symptoms and provide skilled medical care.
- Hospice Aides to assist with personal care activities and maintain dignity.
- Social Workers to coordinate care resources and provide counseling support.
- Spiritual Counselors to offer spiritual guidance and support.
- Volunteers to provide companionship and respite for caregivers.
Hospice Care Services
Pain and Symptom Management
Keeping patients comfortable and free from distressing symptoms is our top priority. Our hospice team utilizes specialized medications, therapies, and interventions to effectively manage pain and other symptoms.
Emotional and Spiritual Support
We understand terminal illness impacts the whole person - mind, body, and spirit. Our counselors provide caring emotional support and spiritual care to gently guide patients and families through this profound transition.
Personal Care Assistance
Help maintain dignity and quality of life. Our hospice aides compassionately assist with personal care activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and wound care based on each patient's needs.
Family Counseling & Bereavement
Guidance from our supportive counselors extends to the whole family unit. We offer family therapy, coping strategies, and continued bereavement services after a loved one's passing.
Where and How Hospice Care is Provided
Hospice care services from Amavi can be provided wherever the patient calls home - whether that is their private residence, a hospice inpatient facility, hospital, or nursing home. We tailor our care delivery to meet each individual patient's needs and preferences regarding their care setting.
Our hospice services are available to individuals of all ages, religions, races, and terminal illnesses. Hospice care is also covered under a variety of insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicaid, most private insurers, HMOs, and managed care organizations.
What to Expect When Starting Hospice
As Amavi's hospice team is invited in, a family member or loved one will be designated as the primary caregiver for the patient. This person will collaborate closely with our staff and serve as the main decision-maker for the patient's care.
Our hospice professionals will visit regularly to evaluate the patient, monitor symptoms, and provide personalized care adhering to the customized hospice plan developed for the patient's unique circumstances. The patient's family or caregivers can reach a member of Amavi's hospice team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week should any needs or questions arise.
Taking the Next Step
We understand the decision for a patient to begin hospice care can be difficult, filled with uncertainty for their loved ones. The compassionate Amavi team has years of experience guiding families through this profound transition with empathy and care. We're here to answer questions, address concerns, and ensure the patient receives the highest quality hospice services.
When ready, the patient's family can simply reach out to us at Amavi Hospice. We'll schedule a time to discuss how we can best support the patient and loved ones on this journey. Until then, know that the patient has a caring, dedicated hospice team in their corner every step of the way.
