National Hospice Month November 2009
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“Hospice” Defined Services and supportive provided by a team of professionals and volunteers for the patient who is terminally ill and his or her family Hospice care focuses on the physical, spiritual, emotional, psychosocial and intellectual needs of the patient
Hospice Embraces Life
Hospice Benefits RN on call 24/7 Coordinated services for the patient and family Team of professionals, paraprofessionals and volunteers with specialized training In-home services
Hospice Benefits cont. Coordinated transfer to hospital, LTCF, or other setting if needed Focus on the quality of life Equipment for ease in caregiving and to encourage highest level of independence Grief support for the patient and family
Types of Services Available Nursing Social Work Physician Chaplain/Counselor Volunteers (active and bereavement)
Types of Services Available Therapists(Physical, Occupational, Speech) Personal care Home Health Aide, Personal Care Attendant Durable Medical Equipment Homemaking Other (Agency Specific) Core Services
Additional Services and Treatment Related to the Terminal Diagnosis Medications and treatments Durable medical equipment Emergency Transportation Hospitalization Respite Care Symptom relief and comfort care
Reimbursement for Hospice Medicare Medical assistance Private pay Third party insurance Veteran’s benefits
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Minnesota Home Care Association 1711 West County Road B Suite 211 South St.. Paul, MN 55113 Phone: (651) 635-0607 Web: www.mnhomecare.org