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Learn About Our Compassionate Hospice Services
Southwestern was created by seasoned hospice professionals who are committed to providing care that exceeds expectations. We seek to support the integrity and dignity of all people, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Need Immediate Assistance? Please call (928) 920-6215 for immediate assistance with hospice inquiries or referrals.Â
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Compassionate & Professional Hospice Care
Southwestern Palliative Care and Hospice provides loving care at the start of your condition or symptoms and can provide continual care to the very end without disruption in your care team. Our Hospice and Palliative Care Team is committed to providing comfort and dignity through physical, emotional and spiritual support. As Health Care professionals, we are dedicated to educating the community about the Hospice Benefit.Â
- Registered Nurses (RNs)
- Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)
- Physical Therapists (PTs)
- Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs)​
- Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs)
- Occupational Therapists (OTs)
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs)
- Speech Therapists (STs)​
- Medical Social Workers (MSW)
- Chaplain
- Volunteer
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Supporting You with Care and Comfort
At Southwestern Palliative Care and Hospice, we go the extra mile to ensure our patients and their families feel supported and comforted during this vulnerable time. We offer a unique virtual reality program that offers a therapeutic escape for patients. We strive to make every moment as peaceful and personalized as possible.
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A Personalized Plan That Works For You
Each person who works for Southwestern Palliative & Hospice provides important and necessary skills that help promote your well-being. Our team of quality nurses, aides, therapists, and allied healthcare professionals, all serve a vital role on our team. As we work together with your physician, our strategy is to develop a plan of care that will maximize your independence and quality of life. Each plan is unique and each patient’s success is measured and celebrated.
Teamwork Means Success
We also know it takes a team to be successful. Each member of the team shares responsibility and contributes to the treatment plan to assure the highest quality of services are delivered with compassion and respect.
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When Is It Time For Hospice?
Unfortunately, most seniors find themselves struggling with various activities throughout the day. Here are a few signs that you or a loved one may be in need of home health services from Southwestern.
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Learn About Additional Services We Offer
Looking for something different? Learn more about our other life-changing services.
Palliative Care
Palliative care is specialized medical care that focuses on providing relief from the symptoms, pain, and stress of a serious illness, regardless of the diagnosis or stage of the disease.
Bereavement
Grieving is often an overwhelming and painful period that everyone will experience differently. It is an inevitable part of life that we all must deal with. SWPCA offers a dedicated bereavement program for the families that are left behind after the loss of their loved one, who was in our service.
Primary Care
Primary care provides ongoing, personalized healthcare focused on prevention, wellness, and managing everyday health needs. It supports patients in staying healthy, addressing concerns early, and building a trusted relationship with their provider.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Hospice Care
What is Hospice? Is Hospice care just for cancer patients? How do you pay for Hospice? Find the answers to your questions here.
What is Hospice?
Hospice care focuses on the comfort and quality of life for patients with terminal illnesses, rather than curative treatments.
Who is eligible for Hospice?
Patients diagnosed with a terminal illness with a life expectancy of six months or less, if the illness runs its expected course, may qualify.
Where is Hospice care provided?
Hospice care can be provided in various settings, including a patient’s home, a hospice facility, hospitals, nursing homes, and other long-term care facilities.
Is Hospice just for cancer patients?
No, Hospice is for anyone with a life-limiting illness, including heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, lung disease, and many others.
Who pays for Hospice?
Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans offer Hospice benefits. Additionally, many hospice organizations offer financial assistance or care based on ability to pay.
What services are provided in Hospice?
Services can include medical care, pain management, emotional and spiritual support, counseling, respite care for families, and more.
How does Hospice manage pain and other symptoms?
Hospice professionals are skilled in managing pain and symptoms with medications, therapies, and other methods.
Can a patient keep their personal physician while in Hospice?
Yes, many Hospice programs encourage patients to maintain their relationship with their personal physicians.
What happens if a patient lives longer than six months while on Hospice?
If the patient’s condition stabilizes or improves, they might be discharged from Hospice. However, if they continue to decline, the eligibility can be re-evaluated and extended.
How is Hospice different from Palliative care?
While both focus on comfort and symptom relief, Palliative care can be pursued at any stage of an illness, while Hospice is typically reserved for the final months of life.
Can treatments be continued while on Hospice?
Hospice focuses on comfort and quality of life. Curative treatments might be stopped, but some treatments that provide comfort can continue.
Does choosing Hospice mean giving up hope?
No, it means prioritizing comfort and quality of life over aggressive treatments. Many families find that Hospice allows them to enjoy their remaining time with loved ones more fully.
Can someone leave Hospice care?
Yes, patients can leave hospice care and return to curative treatments if they wish or if their condition improves.
How does one start the process of getting into Hospice?
Typically, a referral from a physician is needed, followed by an assessment from the Hospice Team.
What role do families play in Hospice?
Families are an integral part of the Hospice experience. They are involved in making decisions, providing care, and are also offered support and counseling.
