Who provides the around-the-clock care for the patient?
Family members or caregivers who are hired and paid for by the patient and/or family provide most of the day-to-day care of patients. Rainbow Hospices team members will help family members or hired caregivers learn how to best care for your family member at home and will make regular visits to manage the patients care. Hospice does not provide staff to stay with patients and families around the clock except in very extraordinary circumstances. Hospice care takes teamwork and the patient and family are important members of the team. Be sure to let staff members know your preferences about all aspects of care, and if these preferences change over time, be sure to discuss this with staff as well.
