Medical Providers
There are major differences in hospice relationships – let us help build one that benefits you and your patients. Our team has the programs and the procedures to make our relationship one that will be valued by you and your staff.
Helping Health Care Professionals Deliver Better Results
According to research from the National Hospice Foundation, Americans consider the following four services most essential for a loved one with less than six months to live:
Ensuring the patient’s wishes are honored
Providing choices in the types of care available
Tailoring pain management to the patient’s preferences
Offering emotional support for both the patient and their family
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Below is the general criterion to look for when assessing hospice prospective patients. After identifying the prospective patient our hospice admissions nursing team assesses the patient to see whether the patient meets CMS criteria and if the patient and their family desire services.
Our team is able to assess the environment where the patient resides and how they look and respond in their own home rather than in an exam room. The information from our assessment is shared with the referring physician in a collaborative manner allowing for best results.
Terminal diagnosis with probable prognosis of 6 months or less;
Frequent hospitalizations or emergency room visits;
Recurrent infections in last 6 months
Weight loss of 10% or more in last 6 months
Patient refuses hospitalization, aggressive treatment, or PEG tube placement
Home health patient in declining status
The best results occur when the physician’s level of comfort with us trusting that we are the best extension of their care and chance for highest quality of life for the patient in their remaining time.
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Be prepared by confirming medical facts and providing an appropriate environment.
Establish what the patient and family know about their condition by using open-ended questions.
Determine (in advance) how the patient and family want to receive information.
Deliver the information in a straightforward manner.
Respond to emotions of the patient and family.
Establish goals for care and treatment possibilities when possible.
Formulate an overall plan with patient.
Hospice Serve would prefer to be the one having the discussion with the patient and their family. In our experience if the physician talks with the family the family hears “imminent death” whereas if we have the conversation they hear “my physician cares”. Generally speaking the second message is preferable. The above preparation makes either message deliverer more likely to be met with a positive response.
Hospice works to honor the wishes of those individuals with terminal illness who prefer to die in their own homes and on their own terms. There are major differences in hospice relationships – let us help build one that benefits you and your patients. Our team has the programs and the procedures to make our relationship one that will be valued by you and your staff. Contact us today to learn the many benefits of a relationship with Hospice Serve and the difference we can make together in the lives of those most in need of care!
What do your patients want?
Many families tell us, “I wish we had known about hospice sooner,” after experiencing the compassionate care we provide.
According to a Gallup poll, 88% of adults prefer to spend their final moments at home—free of pain and surrounded by loved ones. At Colorado Palliative & Hospice Care, we strive to make that a reality.
Research from the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization shows that 94% of families rate hospice care as very good to excellent.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recognizes the immense benefits of expanding hospice care, ensuring those at the end of life—whether at home, in assisted living, nursing facilities, or hospitals—receive the comfort and dignity they deserve.
Do you need a speaker for your workplace, Faith organization or club?
The Center for Hospice & Palliative Care provides community outreach programs to educate and support individuals and groups. Below are some of our key offerings, but we can tailor presentations to meet your specific needs:
Palliative vs. Hospice Care – Understanding the differences and how each provides support.
The Tough Conversation – Navigating end-of-life discussions with loved ones.
Coping with Pain – Addressing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs.
You Matter – Prioritizing self-care while caring for others.
Managing Caregiver Stress – Strategies to maintain balance and well-being.
Coping with Grief and Loss – Guidance and support through the grieving process.