— Palliative Care
Relief From Pain & Symptoms at Any Stage of Illness
Palliative care focuses on providing relief from the symptoms, pain, and stress of a serious illness — with the goal of improving quality of life for both the patient and their family.
— Understanding Palliative Care
What Is Palliative Care?
Palliative care is specialized medical care for people living with a serious illness. Unlike hospice care, palliative care is available at any stage of illness and can be provided alongside curative treatments. The focus is on providing relief from symptoms such as pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, nausea, and anxiety. The goal is to improve quality of life for both the patient and the family.
— Benefits
How Palliative Care Helps
Pain Management
Expert assessment and treatment of pain using the latest evidence-based approaches.
Symptom Relief
Management of nausea, fatigue, shortness of breath, anxiety, and other distressing symptoms.
Care Coordination
Working with your existing doctors and specialists to ensure a unified treatment plan.
Emotional Support
Counseling and support for patients and families dealing with the stress of serious illness.
Goals of Care
Helping patients and families understand treatment options and make informed decisions.
Quality of Life
Improving day-to-day comfort so patients can focus on what matters most to them.
— Hospice vs Palliative
How Is Palliative Care Different From Hospice?
While both hospice and palliative care focus on comfort, they differ in important ways. Palliative care can begin at diagnosis and continue alongside curative treatments. Hospice care is specifically for patients who have chosen to discontinue curative treatment and have a prognosis of six months or less.
- Palliative care is available at any stage of serious illness
- Can be received alongside curative treatments like chemotherapy or surgery
- No requirement for a terminal diagnosis
- Focus is on symptom relief and quality of life
- Hospice is a specific type of palliative care for end-of-life
Find Out If Palliative Care Is Right for You
Our team can help you understand your options and develop a personalized care plan. Reach out today for a free consultation.