Hospice Care
Hospice is a philosophy of care.
THE CARLTON embraces the philosophy of hospice care to enable residents to continue an alert, pain-free life and to manage other symptoms so that the final phase may be spent with dignity and quality, surrounded by their loved ones.
Hospice affirms life and treats the person rather than the disease; it focuses on quality rather than length of life. It provides family-centered care and involves the resident and the family in making decisions. Care is provided for the resident and family 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
An interdisciplinary health care team manages hospice care. This means that many interacting disciplines work together to care for the resident. Doctors, nurses, social workers, counselors and therapists offer support based on their special areas of expertise. Together, they provide complete palliative care aimed at relieving symptoms and giving social, emotional, and spiritual support.
Hospice Care Services at THE CARLTON include:
- Education of resident and family members regarding eligibility and services available
- Interdisciplinary health care team
- Medical supplies, equipment, medication and therapies
- Bereavement support
- Medical ethics consultation
Alzheimer's/Dementia Care
Nursing & Interim Rehabilitative Services
Short-term (Respite) Stays
Long Term Skilled Care