True Care Hospice Southern California

A Difference Between Home Hospice Care and Palliative Care

One of the most vital steps to take for a potential client is to know exactly the type of care they require not only to save time and money but also to get them the comfort they need as soon as possible. While there are so many services they may begin to muddle together, the two that get mixed the most is home hospice care with palliative care. Although they may sound similar, they are anything but especially when you begin to discern what each service truly does and offers.

Place

After a client or patient has been admitted into a hospice program by their primary caregiver, the services then begin at home by a licensed team of medical professionals. However, though hospice primarily does home service, they do offer full-time care in a nursing home, usually have a facility on location or in certain cases a hospital.

In contrast, palliative care consists of teams that are made up of medical practitioners and caregivers who are stationed where the patient is receiving treatment. Which is administrated in an institution, such as a hospital and nursing home, yet rarely the home. Both services main priority is ensuring that the patient is comfortable wherever they may be.

Timing

Timing is a huge dividing factor that further shows how different home hospice and palliative care are, as timing restrictions can play a role. For one to be able to receive home hospice they must tragically be diagnosed with a terminal illness or are expected to pass in the next 6 months, and in certain cases, both may be happening.

On the other hand, palliative care has no time restrictions, and any patient may receive said service, despite what stage of illness they may be in. Whether it be terminally ill or not.

It would also be worth the mention that palliative care is in most cases covered by one’s health insurance, unlike home hospice. This is the case since it is usually administered through the hospital. You should always confirm just to be sure, as well as the fact that the prescription may be billed separately.

Comfort and Dignity for All of Life’s Stages

The root of hospice care is overall comfort. The comfort that we provide is not only physical but emotional as well. Having such an immense change in your life, from being an independent being to requiring constant care, is an adjustment that takes time and most often than not requires some form of assistance to get through. There is also spiritual care, in which we help you and your family feel the healing power of a spiritual balm regardless of faith.

This brings a sense of comfort and peace to the families that are making these choices for their loved one’s wellbeing. This can be a time of uncertainty, where emotions are running rampant, however having a great support network and the care and kindness of our medical professionals as well as spiritual leaders and counselors, families can have a sense of comfort and can enjoy those they love to the fullest potential, while knowing they are not alone. More information about Hospice Care can be found in our FAQ’s section.

What Makes for a Good Home Hospice Care Agency?

Your final days should not be spent in nothing but pain and misery. With the right hospice care agency, it can feel as though you are back in your early days of fun and productivity, or something similar in that nature. However, with all the myths and misunderstandings about the care given by agencies, potential clients simply do not know what to look for and cannot decipher what is the best care needed to make their last days as peaceful and serene as possible. To receive the highest quality of services a good hospice care agency is what is needed, the following are some factors that any good hospice care agency has.

Proper accreditation, licensing, and certification

One of the simplest ways a hospice can gain the trust of a client is by having the fitting documentation. Nonetheless, a client should also make sure that these documents are presented. This is because the presence of these documents verifies that the agency meets all the requirements set by the government as well as maintaining the standards. A great place to further acquire information on the subject would be the health department.

Hospice Care Experience

While this may seem confusing, this aspect does give you a second thought on the matter and can further one’s consideration. Hospice agencies can have a reputation depending if they have been around for some time. This can become a crucial aspect in the decision-making process, by seeing if the agency is as reliable as they state they are.

Hospice Care Competence.

Competence is a value that should never go overlooked and one a potential client should seek the most. A desirable hospice agency hires caring and competent caregivers, which includes hospice certified nurses and doctors, all of whom are always available. Which is vital in any case of emergency.

Presence of an in-patient hospice care unit

If you are seeking services from a hospice agency due to an illness, make sure to verify that the symptoms are intensifying. Also, if they are no longer able to be contained at home, that there can be a facility that assists with the situation. A respectable hospice agency will have the necessary equipment and an in-person unit that can assure the proper care.

When choosing a hospice agency, the client must also keep in mind that depending on how competent the agency is, it will often reflect on the quality of services they will provide. This is particularly why it is so necessary for a client to know what a good hospice service has to offer. If you would like to further discuss your hospice care options, please contact our Hospice Care Service to schedule a FREE IN-HOME ASSESSMENT.

You Are Never Alone

What you want for your loved one’s final days is for them to feel taken care of and loved, regardless of what state they may be in. You want nothing but the best for your loved one, including the best care possible, for them to feel completely serene and at peace. Your care should be attentive, caring, personalized, and patient-centered and your loved one’s health and comfort is the main priority in your mind.

With all this information in mind, we invite you to learn more about the services offered to you, your loved one, and your family, at True Care Hospice. Our focus revolves around life and helping live it to the fullest and most enjoyable way. We have experience with working with and assisting thousands of families in your area, now we would love to extend our services to you.

Celebrating the Journey of Life with Hospice Care

Even if what you are looking for is round-the-clock hospice care and constant supervision to help alleviate some of the pain and stress from your loved one, or simply wanting to be with them at home, in a more comfortable and intimate environment, know that we will be here for you. Whether it be lending a hand, a shoulder for comfort, or a listening ear.

Celebrating life is what we aim for, we treat every person with the kindness and dignity that they deserve and offer nothing but our heartfelt compassion. We are here to serve and through our work we believe you will see the true spirit of humanity that we bring through hospice care every day.

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