Palliative Care
At Summit Healthcare, we offer comprehensive care support for patients with chronic or debilitating diseases but are not on hospice.
Our team of registered nurses and health professionals work closely with the individual’s medical team to customize an in-home treatment plan to manage their symptoms and relieve physical and emotional discomfort.
Life limiting disease > 6 months
Frequent hospital visits including ER
Polypharmacy and medication reconciliation
Non-compliant with physician plan of care
Preparing for hospice
Symptoms out of control
Advanced care planning
Psychosocial or family dynamics
Is it time for palliative care?
Are you or your loved ones currently experiencing:
When to consider hospice
Frequent falls or weight loss
Increase in hospitalizations/ER visits
Physical decline or loss of function
Assistance with ADL's or multiple co-morbidities
Patient or family considering comfort care