By John Krajsa
AFC Reverse Mortgage
We recently met with a woman who spent the last year and a half as an in home caregiver for her terminally ill husband. She was able to do it in large part because of family in the area who provided backup support by assisting her not only in the home but also with doctor appointments and the like. The following information is excerpted from an article prepared by the National Care Planning Council.
There are many decisions to be made when imminent death is approaching for a loved one. Questions regarding what type of care, medical assistance and even physical location for their last days confront us.
If care at home has been given, should loved ones be moved to a facility or remain at home? If in a care facility should they be moved home for their last days? Will 24-hour care become necessary and more medical assistance be required?
If you are asking these questions, a Hospice service might be a good solution. Hospice can be provided to a person who has a life-limiting illness wherever that person lives. A nursing facility or long-term care facility can receive visits from hospice personnel in addition to the other care and services provided by the facility.
Hospice care is a special way of caring for a patient who is in the last stages of life. Hospice provides a team of professionals who aid the patient and family caregivers. This could include nurses, social workers, physicians, clergy and aides who all work together to plan and coordinate care, 24 hours a day or as needed. More on Hospice care next week.
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