What services are provided for hospice care?
Hospice services are interdisciplinary, and will be structured according to your needs, which may change over time. The Hospice Association of America (HAA) suggests a hospice team may include any combination of the following services: Nursing Care. Registered nurses monitor your symptoms and medication, and help educate both you and your family about what’s happening. The nurse is also the link between you, your family, and the physician. Social Services. A social worker counsels and advises you and family members, and acts as your community advocate, making sure you have access to the resources you need. Physician Services. Your doctor approves the plan of care and works with the hospice team. In a full hospice program, a hospice medical director is available to the attending physician, patient, and hospice care team as a consultant and resource. Spiritual Support and Counseling. Clergy and other spiritual counselors are available to visit you and provide spiritual support at home. S
