Hospice Care
Facing the end of life journey is never easy. Many families in San Antonio are seeking compassionate support that allows their loved ones to spend their final days in the comfort of their own homes. In-home hospice care, by Passion Hospice, offers a caring environment where patients can receive personalized attention surrounded by family.
Understanding In-Home Hospice Care
What Is Hospice Care?
The Role of Hospice in End of Life Care
Services Offered by Passion Hospice
Medical Management and Symptom Control
Emotional and Spiritual Support
Social Emotional and Spiritual Support Specialists offer guidance to help patients and families cope with emotional challenges. They provide a listening ear, facilitate conversations about fears or concerns, and support spiritual needs. Passion Hospice respects and embraces all religions because they each offer unique perspectives on life, death, and the human experience. We honor diverse beliefs and value different faiths.
Bereavement and Grief Support Programs
Support doesn’t end with the patient’s passing. Bereavement programs offer support and resources to help families navigate the grieving process.
Passion Hospice Provides In-Home Hospice Care in San Antonio, Universal City, Converse, Selma, Garden Ridge, Hollywood Park, Helotes, Fair Oaks Ranch, Bulverde, Live Oak, and surrounding areas.
The Growing Need for In-Home Hospice Services in San Antonio
Demographics and Statistics
Impact on Quality of Life
Benefits of In-Home Hospice Care
Emotional Comfort of Familiar Surroundings
Personalized and Individualized Care Plans
Enhanced Family Involvement and Support
Family and Caregiver Support
Education and Training for Caregivers
Respite Care Options
Support Groups
Emotional support is available through support groups. Sharing experiences with others in similar situations can be comforting and helpful.
The Multidisciplinary Hospice Care Team
Roles and Responsibilities
The Passion Hospice care team consists of various professionals working together:
- Physicians: Oversee medical care and symptom management.
- Nurses: Monitor health during home visits, provide education, manage symptoms, pain, medications, and medical equipment.
- Hospice Aides: Assist with personal care like bathing and dressing.
- Social Workers: Help find needed resources, assist with end of life arrangements and paperwork such as advanced directives.
- Volunteers: Offer companionship and assist with non-medical tasks.
- Nurse Practitioners: Provide in home comprehensive assessments of health status while providing education.
- End of Life Doulas: Ease fears by addressing questions and empower by providing compassionate and non-judgmental education that will allow for informed decisions to be made.
- Spiritual Support Specialists and Chaplains: Provide spiritual care and support and assist with connecting with resources in the community.
Coordination and Communication within the Team
Selecting the Right In-Home Hospice Provider in San Antonio
Key Factors to Consider
When choosing a hospice provider like Passion Hospice, consider the following:
- Accreditation and Licenses: Ensure the provider meets all regulatory standards.
- Experience and Reputation: Look for providers with a history of quality care.
- Range of Services: Confirm that they offer the specific services your loved one needs.
- Staff Qualifications: Inquire about the training and expertise of the care team.
Questions to Ask Potential Providers
- How do you develop and update care plans?
- What support do you offer for family members?
- How do you handle emergencies or after-hours needs?
- Can you accommodate specific cultural or religious preferences?
Frequently Asked Questions About In-Home Hospice
Referrals can come from a physician but you do not have to wait for your own doctor to refer you to Hospice. You can initiate the conversation regarding a referral to Hospice Care by calling us at 210-475-3731.
First, an in-person assessment will be completed to determine if you are eligible for Hospice Services as defined by Medicare.
If you are eligible and choose Hospice, you will be admitted. We will then arrange for hospice-related medical equipment, supplies and medications to be delivered to you. Your RN Case Manager will coordinate their scheduled visits with you. You will be offered Social Work and Spiritual Services, if you choose to accept these services, you will be visited by our Social Worker and Chaplain within 5 days of admission and you will coordinate their scheduled visits. If you need assistance with things like bathing or dressing, we will arrange for a Hospice Aide to provide these services.
Passion nursing staff are available to be contacted 24/7 through our 24-hour phone line 210-475-3731.
