Enhancing the Quality of Life of Patients
The patient, family and Hospice team develop a comprehensive care plan, which typically allows the patient to stay at home. Members of the Community Hospice team include:
Community Hospice Medical Directors- (click here for more info) – oversees patient care at the Hospice Care Center are available for consultation with all of our patients or when their physician is not available. Medical Directors also provide care for patients who are without their own physician.
Physician- your own primary care or attending physician who oversees your plan of care
Hospice Nurse- makes regularly scheduled visits and coordinates the plan of care with other team members
Pharmacist- assists with medication management
Social Workers- help with the psychological and social aspects of a terminal illness and grief
Spiritual Care Counselors- available to provide spiritual support for our patients and families
Certified Nursing Assistants- helps you with personal care
Specially Trained Volunteers- your helping hands and friendly listeners
