In life’s journey, the final chapter deserves as much care and planning as the beginning. At United Nursing Services, we recognize the growing desire for individuals to spend their twilight years in the comfort and familiarity of their homes. Advanced care planning and home-based palliative care embody our commitment to honor this desire, ensuring that our clients’ preferences and needs are met with dignity and compassion.
Understanding Advanced Care Planning
Advanced care planning is a process that supports adults at any age or stage of health in understanding and sharing their personal values, life goals, and preferences regarding future medical care. The goal is to ensure that people receive medical care consistent with their values, goals, and preferences during severe and chronic illness. United Nursing Services facilitates these sensitive conversations, helping clients and their families make informed decisions that align with their wishes.
The Role of Palliative Care at Home
Palliative care is a specialized care approach focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a severe illness. The primary objective is to improve the quality of life for both the patient and the family. United Nursing Services brings palliative care into the home setting, where patients are often most at ease, surrounded by their loved ones and memories.
Why Choose Home for Advanced Care and Palliative Services?
Choosing to receive care at home allows for a personalized and holistic approach. Our dedicated team ensures that physical comfort, emotional well-being, spirituality, and medical care are meticulously tended to according to each individual’s wishes. This can include pain management, nursing care, and psychological and spiritual support, all delivered with a personal touch that only a home environment can provide.
The Benefits of In-Home Care
Receiving advanced care and palliative services at home allows patients to maintain their independence for as long as possible. They can stick to their routines, enjoy the presence of pets and family, and have a sense of normalcy that can be therapeutic in itself. Moreover, in-home care can often be a cost-effective solution compared to hospital or facility care.
Collaborative Care Planning
United Nursing Services ensures that care planning is a collaborative effort involving healthcare providers, patients, and family members. This team approach to planning and care allows for comprehensive support, addressing not just the medical but also the emotional and practical needs of those we serve.
As we navigate the complexities of advanced illnesses, United Nursing Services remains steadfast in our belief that everyone deserves to make choices about their care. By providing advanced care planning and palliative care at home, we honor the wishes of those who choose to spend their final days in the sanctuary of their own home with grace, dignity, and peace.
