At Caring Hands Palliative and Hospice Care, Inc., our united team is driven by a shared commitment – providing compassionate and comprehensive care for individuals facing life-limiting illnesses. Each member of our team plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being, comfort, and dignity of our patients and their families during life’s most delicate moments, offering comprehensive care in Phoenix, Arizona that embraces every patient with warmth and respect.
Our team includes:
Hospice Physician
Our dedicated physicians bring expertise and compassion to guide patients through their end-of-life journey, ensuring personalized medical care that prioritizes comfort and dignity.
Registered Nurse
Playing a pivotal role in delivering compassionate care, our registered nurses address both the physical and emotional needs of our patients, creating a comforting and supportive environment.
Hospice Aide
Certified home health aides offer invaluable assistance, providing personalized care and companionship in the familiar setting of patients’ homes, preserving dignity and independence.
Social Worker
Committed to addressing the emotional and practical aspects of our patients’ lives, our skilled social workers provide empathetic support, helping navigate the complexities often associated with life-limiting illnesses.
Spiritual Counselor/Chaplain
Guiding individuals on their spiritual journey, our counselor and chaplain offer comfort, understanding, and strength, fostering peace and connection during challenging times.
Hospice Volunteer
Joining our compassionate community, volunteers contribute time and caring hearts, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing life-limiting illnesses through companionship and support.
Benefits of a Multidisciplinary Hospice Team
A hospice care team brings together skilled professionals to ensure every patient receives focused, compassionate attention. This multidisciplinary approach allows seamless support for patients and families.
- Skilled staff assess medical needs and manage pain.
- Emotional support is available from trained counselors.
- Spiritual counseling provides comfort and peace.
- Smooth communication occurs between doctors, nurses, social workers, and counselors.
- Enables families to focus on moments that matter.
Support That Honors Patients and Families
A hospice team goes beyond medical care, creating an environment that embraces both patient and family needs. This holistic approach delivers comfort and understanding every step of the way.
- Listens to patient concerns and understands personal wishes.
- Crafts a care approach tailored to individual needs.
- Provides clinical treatments and addresses emotional and spiritual needs.
- Educates and guides families through the hospice process.
- Supports families with counseling and dedicated staff.
The Impact of a Dedicated Hospice Care Team
A dedicated hospice team embraces a patient-focused philosophy that prioritizes comfort and dignity. Its approach revolves around understanding patient wishes and providing treatments aligned with those priorities.
- Understands patient wishes and delivers aligned treatments.
- Respectful approach to emotional and spiritual needs.
- Support is available throughout every shift.
- Ensures every patient has access to help when needed.
- Provides a higher standard of hospice care that families can trust.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Hospice teams raise common questions for families exploring this service. Here are a few answers that provide clarity about the role and benefits of hospice care.
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Guiding You Through Challenging Times
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