- Palliative Care
Learn About Our Professional Palliative Care Services
Palliative Care – also called comfort care – manages the symptoms, pain, and stress that you or your loved one may experience with serious illness.
Palliative Care supplements medical treatment and, if needed, allows for a smooth transition between home health and hospice services.
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Professional Care At Your Doorstep
Non-Medical home care services aid clients who need assistance with activities of daily living. These services allow the client to remain in their own residence. These services would be performed by one of the following:
- Board Certified Nurse Practitioners
- Licensed Clinical Social Workers
- Registered Nurse Clinicians
- Palliative Care Specialists
- Board Certified Nurse Practitioners
- Licensed Clinical Social Workers
- Registered Nurse Clinicians
- Palliative Care Specialists
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A Personalized Plan That Works For You
Each person who works for Namaste Health provides important and necessary skills that help promote your well-being. Our team of quality nurses, aides, therapists, and allied healthcare professionals, all serve a vital role on our team. As we work together with your physician, our strategy is to develop a plan of care that will maximize your independence and quality of life. Each plan is unique and each patient’s success is measured and celebrated.
Teamwork Means Success
We also know it takes a team to be successful. Each member of the team shares responsibility and contributes to the treatment plan to assure the highest quality of services are delivered with compassion and respect.
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When Is It Time For Palliative Care?
Unfortunately, most seniors find themselves struggling with various activities throughout the day. Here are a few signs that you or a loved one may be in need of home care services from Namaste.
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Learn About Additional Services We Offer
Looking for something different? Click below to learn more about our other life-changing services.
Hospice Care
Hospice care, when administered at the optimal juncture, offers patients the invaluable gift of time. It affords them the opportunity to come to terms with their diagnosis, relish moments of nostalgia, bid their farewells, and put their affairs in order.
Home Health
Home Health focuses on recovery and rehabilitation. Home Health refers to a wide range of medical services provided at a patient's home to help them recover from an illness, surgery, or manage chronic conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Palliative
What is palliative care? Is palliative care just about pain management? Find the answers to your questions here.
What is Palliative care?
Palliative care is specialized medical care that focuses on providing relief from the symptoms, pain, and stress of a serious illness, regardless of the diagnosis or stage of the disease.
How is Palliative different from Hospice?
While both prioritize comfort, Palliative care can be pursued at any time during an illness, in conjunction with curative treatments, whereas hospice care is typically reserved for individuals nearing the end of life and no longer pursuing curative treatments.
Who qualifies for Palliative?
Any patient suffering from a serious illness, regardless of age or stage of disease, may benefit from Palliative care. This includes patients with cancer, heart disease, lung diseases, kidney disease, Alzheimer’s, and many other conditions.
Who provides Palliative?
A multidisciplinary team usually provides Palliative care, including physicians, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, nutritionists, and therapists.
Where is Palliative care provided?
It can be offered in various settings: hospitals, outpatient clinics, at home, or in long-term care facilities.
Is Palliative just about pain management?
While pain management is a significant component, Palliative care also addresses other symptoms like nausea, fatigue, anxiety, and shortness of breath. It also provides emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial support.
How does Palliative work with other treatments?
Palliative care can be given alongside curative treatments. Its focus is on managing symptoms and improving quality of life, and it can complement other therapies or treatments.
Who pays for palliative care?
Many insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid, cover palliative care services. It’s essential to check with individual insurance providers for specifics.
How do I know if Palliative is right for me or a loved one?
If someone is experiencing significant symptoms, pain, or stress due to a serious illness, a discussion with a healthcare provider about Palliative care may be beneficial.
Can I receive Palliative care at home?
Yes, many Palliative services can be provided at home, depending on the patient’s needs and the available resources.
Do I need a referral for Palliative care?
In many cases, a referral from a primary care doctor or specialist might be needed, but policies can vary by institution.
Can children receive Palliative care?
Yes, pediatric palliative care is a specialized field that addresses the unique needs of children with serious illnesses and their families.
Is Palliative only for patients who are in the hospital?
No, Palliative care can be initiated in any setting, including outpatient clinics or at home.
Does starting Palliative mean I'm giving up on curative treatments?
No, Palliative is about improving quality of life and can be given alongside curative treatments.
How can I find a Palliative provider or program?
Many hospitals and healthcare systems offer Palliative care services. Asking your primary care doctor or specialist is often a good starting point.
