Cal Miller was a firefighter for more than 30 years. He was quite proud of his service, and when he was placed into hospice care, WRC’s staff decided to surprise him with a special gift – A ride in a truck from the Clarion area fire department.
What is Senior Hospice Care?
Hospice is specialized care for individuals with a life-limiting illness or injury, who have six months or less to live, and their families. Senior hospice care services involve medical care to manage pain and symptoms, as well as emotional and spiritual support through the end-of-life journey.
Hospice care can be provided in a patient’s own home, a hospital, personal care home, or skilled nursing community. The goal of hospice care is to allow for a peaceful passing in a comfortable and familiar setting with loved ones near. Hospice is a holistic approach, addressing not only physical needs but emotional, social, and spiritual needs as well.
What Are Senior Hospice Care Services?
An interdisciplinary team of a physician, nurses, therapists, a chaplain, social workers, aides, and volunteers work together to provide hospice services.
Hospice services can include:
- Skilled nursing care
- Medical social services
- Counseling services, including nutritional, spiritual, and bereavement
- Physician services
- Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
- Help with personal care
- Volunteers to provide companionship and respite for caregivers
- Medications, medical supplies, and equipment
- Short-term stay in a hospital or skilled nursing community for symptom control and respite
Hospice care is covered by most major insurances, including Medicare and Medicaid.
WRC Senior Services
At WRC Senior Services, we believe that our services should include all levels of possible care. From those still living independently to those reaching the end of their life, we provide medical care and emotional support for both our clients and their families. Our leadership team is ready to help you navigate the different stages of this next chapter in your loved one’s life.
WRC Senior Services provides home care through Penn Highlands Healthcare at Home. For more information regarding our senior hospice care services, call today at 800-841-9397.