A hospice doctor is part of your medical team. You can also choose to include your regular doctor or a nurse practitioner on your medical team as the attending medical professional who supervises your care.
Nurses
Nurses help manage discomfort and provide symptom relief; teach about the disease process, self-care techniques, end-of-life care; provide emotional support to the patient and family; and more.
Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists
Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech Language Pathologists help with patient safety and symptom management, help maintain an optimal level of functioning, self care and independence; and more.
Dieticians
Dieticians help achieve the best nutritional intake possible; when possible, manage symptoms (like nausea and vomiting) through diet changes; and more.
Hospice Aides and Homemakers
Hospice aides and homemakers help patients with personal hygiene, getting around the house; provide light housekeeping, help with bathing; and more.
Pharmacies
Pharmacies provide medications related to the terminal illness, pain and symptom management, around the clock.
Medical Equipment and Supplies
Medical Equipment and Supplies enable patients to stay at home; provide optimal comfort, care and management of the patient’s symptoms and needs as related to the terminal illness; and more.
