Services - Vida Hospice

Our Services

Vida Hospice services offer care for individuals at end of life through the following services.

Pain and Symptom Management

Hospice pain and symptom management refers to the medical approach aimed at alleviating physical discomfort and addressing various symptoms experienced by patients in the advanced stages of terminal illness.

Skilled Nursing Care

Hospice provides skilled nursing care by registered nurses (RNs) who monitor the patient’s condition, manage symptoms, and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team.

Palliative Care

Hospice offers palliative care, which is specialized medical care focused on relieving pain and symptoms rather than curative treatment. The emphasis is on comfort rather than attempting to cure the underlying illness.

Emotional and Psychosocial Support

Hospices have social workers, counselors, and chaplains who offer emotional and psychosocial support to patients and their families. They provide counseling and support to help them cope with the emotional challenges of end-of-life care.

Family Involvement

Hospice involves family members and loved ones in the care process. They are offered guidance and support throughout the patient’s illness and after their passing.

Bereavement Support

After the patient’s passing, hospice offers bereavement support to the family, providing counseling and resources to help them cope with grief and loss.

Medical Equipment and Supplies

Hospices provide medical equipment, such as hospital beds, wheelchairs, and oxygen, as well as supplies needed for patient care.

Medications

Hospice covers medications related to the terminal illness, ensuring that patients have access to necessary pain management and symptom control medications.

Volunteer Services

Many hospices have volunteers who provide companionship, respite care, and assistance with daily activities for patients and their families.

Respite Care

Hospice may offer short-term respite care, giving family caregivers a break from their caregiving responsibilities.

Advance Care Planning

Hospices facilitate discussions about advance care planning, helping patients and families make decisions about their medical care and end-of-life preferences.

Inpatient Hospice Care

Some hospices have dedicated inpatient facilities where patients can receive 24/7 care when home care is not feasible or when symptom management requires more intensive support.

Telehealth Services

Hospices may offer telehealth services, allowing patients to access medical consultations and support remotely.

Spiritual Care

Hospice may have chaplains or spiritual counselors who address the spiritual needs of patients based on their beliefs and preferences.

Cultural Sensitivity

Hospices are sensitive to the cultural and linguistic diversity of patients and offer services to respect and honor individual beliefs and practices.

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