Palliative care (also known as end of life care) is a specialized approach to care that is focused on improving the quality of life for seniors with serious or life-limiting illnesses. The goal of palliative care is to relieve symptoms, manage pain, and provide emotional support to these seniors and their families.
Palliative care is provided by our team of healthcare aids, and LPN’s. who work together to provide comprehensive care and support. The team takes a holistic approach to care, addressing the physical, emotional ,and social needs of the senior and their family members.
One of the key aspects of palliative care is pain and symptom management. Our team works closely with your family member and their doctors’ orders, to identify and manage symptoms, such as pain, nausea, and fatigue, through the use of medication and other interventions. The goal is to improve their comfort and quality of life in their final days / weeks, while minimizing the side effects of treatment.
Overall, palliative care is a compassionate and comprehensive approach to care that seeks to improve the quality of life for seniors with serious illnesses and their families. By addressing the physical, emotional, and social needs they and their family members may have. Our team here at Forever Home Senior Care provide comfort, support, and hope in the precious final days of your family members’ life.
