“Death belongs to life as birth does. The walk is in the raising of the foot as in the laying of it down.” – Tagore
Hospice services combine the latest, most advanced, technologies with the loving home care our ancestors appreciated. Most patients prefer to remain in familiar surroundings with familiar faces. The Home Hospice interdisciplinary team provides an array of professional and support services in the midst of normal and cherished routines.
Hospice services enhance quality of life and facilitate achievement of final goals. Many people are surprised that administration of medications for pain control can often be accomplished in non-invasive ways, such as drops under the tongue, patches worn on the skin or in gels or lotions. When patients are pain-free, their ability to cope with their illness is increased.
The Home Hospice team recognizes that not all discomfort is physical. Some patients may experience emotional, spiritual or even financial pain that can erode their sense of well-being. “Our team members are trained to recognize issues that affect the whole person, not just the disease,” Sherry Little, executive director of Home Hospice of Grayson, Cooke and Fannin Counties, said. “We consider the patient and the family as one unit of care, and work to meet a broad spectrum of needs as lovingly and effectively as possible.”
Home Hospice offers grief counseling to families after their loved ones die, ensuring that a legacy of care continues, while providing those who mourn with practical information and emotional support.
