Home care is the preferred option for most people with a terminal illness. Remaining within the comforts of home alleviates a lot of stress that moving into assisted living programs often has on people in later stages of life. Providing home care relies on good community-based services and a general practice workforce competent in palliative care practice and willing to accommodate patients’ needs.
Good palliative care can be delivered to patients at home supported by specialist palliative care teams and community nurses, with access to an inpatient facility when required. To optimize patient care, careful planning and open conversation between all members of the healthcare team are crucial.
Palliative Care is most effective when started at the very beginning of treatment for an illness or a medical diagnosis. In fact, recent studies have shown that beginning palliative care as early as possible in the course of a disease, improves outcomes for patients and can even lengthen their lives.
Palliative care is about improving the overall wellness of people with serious illnesses, addressing both the symptoms and the stress of living with a chronic illness.
Palliative care may be different for each patient. Here are some things that might be involved in the plan.
It is not easy to have someone you love to be in a place where they require palliative care. In fact, it can be quite exhausting. You want to feel at ease and reduce the stress of the situation so things transition smoothly. When you choose a support team to be involved with the care of your loved one, you want to know with certainty that these caregivers are compassionate, caring, educated, experienced, and professional.
Promyse Home Care Palliative Care focuses on comfort and quality of life for loved ones and their family. It can be delivered at any stage of life to help people live longer, happier lives at home.
Our Nurse Care Managers set up a meeting with you and your loved ones to determine initial needs and support. Services provided by our Nurse Case Managers are at no additional charge. We will always be there for you as time goes on and as needs change.
Our caregivers can assist your loved one and your family with responsibilities such as household chores, meal planning and management, as well as respite services. We offer companionship and comfort while you take a much-needed break to the families in Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge.
At Promyse Home Care, we’re here to support your loved one’s journey towards independence at home. Our compassionate team is ready to listen and tailor care that respects their unique needs. Let’s chat about creating a comforting, personalized care experience. Reach out to us for a caring conversation – we’re eager to be part of your family’s story in ensuring the best home care for your loved one.
We service all of Waterloo Region & surrounding areas.
