In-home Palliative Care Services
In-home palliative care services offer a compassionate approach for those with life-limiting illnesses to receive professional medical care in the comfort of their own homes. This approach reduces the need for stressful, frequent hospital visits, providing a holistic support system that addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients in a familiar and reassuring environment.
Benefits of Home Palliative Care
Getting home palliative care services in Singapore for yourself or a loved one comes with significant benefits:
Comfort of Familiar Surroundings
Receiving palliative care support services at home surrounds patients with familiar sights and sounds, which can soothe anxieties and foster a sense of safety, significantly enhancing comfort during challenging times.
Personalized Care Plans
Each patient receives a customized care plan that addresses their specific medical needs, lifestyle, and home environment. This individualized approach ensures treatments align with their comfort level and can be adapted promptly to any changes in their condition or situation.
Convenience
In-home palliative care services spare patients from the fatigue and stress of constant travel to hospitals. This makes the care experience far less disruptive and more manageable.
Stay Closer to Loved Ones
Unlike staying in a hospital or clinic setting, home care services allow patients to remain surrounded by family without restrictions. This constant presence helps to ease feelings of loneliness during difficult times.
Peace of Mind for the Family
Families gain reassurance knowing they can see firsthand that their loved ones are comfortable and well-supported. In addition, our team provides guidance and support to families throughout the palliative care journey, preparing them for various possibilities and helping to alleviate their anxieties.
Types of Palliative Care Services Offered
We offer a range of palliative care services in Singapore designed to manage difficult symptoms and provide comfort.
Pain Management
We provide comprehensive pain management, using a combination of medications, therapies, and holistic approaches to address each patient’s specific needs. In doing so, we help to manage pain using the most suitable methods, with the understanding that every moment you have with your loved one is precious. This perspective guides us in balancing pain control with quality of life, ensuring maximum comfort while respecting your individual needs and preferences.
Symptom Control
Our palliative care services include relieving distressing symptoms like:
– Pain
– Nausea
– Breathlessness
– Poor appetite
– Constipation
– Fatigue
By personalizing symptom management with appropriate medications and therapies, we aim to relieve discomfort and reduce the impact of distressing symptoms, helping to improve comfort and quality of life.
Oxygen Therapy / Hydration Therapy
Illness can often limit us in many ways, affecting basic functions.
Therefore, we stand ready to provide additional support for those with breathing challenges through the provision of oxygen therapy.
Similarly, an illness may limit our appetite or ability to drink, resulting in dehydration and drowsiness, as well as other discomforts such as dry throat, mouth, and eyes. Our hydration therapy is conducted in the convenience of your home to meet your needs and elevate your comfort.
Medical Escort for Important Family Events
You no longer have to worry about having your loved one miss out on important milestone events in your life, regardless of whether it is a graduation, wedding, or birthday party. We will be there to assist.
Our team is equipped to handle and help manage difficult symptoms on-site as discreetly as possible to ensure everything goes smoothly.
Caregiver Support and Education
Experiencing a life-changing diagnosis can be stressful and confusing. To address this, we’re here to help you understand what is going on, what to expect for the future, and how things may progress.
On top of that, we provide you with training on how to manage these situations so that nothing will catch you off guard.
Onboarding with us also provides you access to our convenient chat group where simple non-urgent questions can be answered, to provide you that peace of mind.
Goal Setting and Care Coordination
Have multiple healthcare teams involved in the care needs of your loved one? No worries, our palliative care support services include a dedicated coordinator who can assist with communications among all teams so that you never have to worry about missing something important.
We’ll also work with you to set the goals of how you want your care to be and when you would like to escalate the intensity of your care. All this is done to ensure maximum comfort while keeping in line with your beliefs, and most importantly, your wishes.
How Does Our Palliative Care Services Work
Begin your journey with our palliative care services in Singapore, where every step is carefully planned for your well-being.
Step 1: Referral/Booking Process
Patients can receive our palliative home care services by obtaining a referral from their primary healthcare provider, during hospital discharge, or through self-referral.
Step 2: Initial Consultation
During the initial consultation, we conduct a thorough assessment to understand the patient’s specific needs and circumstances.
Step 3: Care Plan Creation
Based on the initial assessment, we develop a personalized palliative care plan. This plan is created in close consultation with the patient, their family members, and their medical team to ensure it comprehensively addresses their needs.
Step 4: Ongoing Evaluations
We conduct regular follow-ups to review the outcome of the palliative care plan, making necessary adjustments to ensure it continues to provide optimal comfort and support.
Experience Personalized Care at Your Convenience Now
Make navigating a serious diagnosis more manageable and less isolating by scheduling a consultation with our online clinic in Singapore. Our in-home palliative care services bring comfort and support directly to your home.
Frequently Asked Questions In-home Palliative Care Services
Begin your journey with our palliative care services in Singapore, where every step is carefully planned for your well-being.
Can I receive home palliative care alongside other medical treatments?
Yes, you can receive home palliative care alongside other medical treatments. Palliative care complements existing medical treatments by focusing on physical comfort, emotional support, spiritual guidance, and overall quality of life without interfering with ongoing treatments prescribed by your primary healthcare team.
How involved can family members be in the care process?
Family members can be actively involved in the palliative care process, participating in decision-making, providing hands-on support, and receiving guidance from our team. Their involvement is encouraged to ensure comfort, emotional support, and a personalized care plan.
Can home palliative care services be provided for children?
Yes, home palliative care services are available for children of all ages. Services are tailored to meet the distinct physical, emotional, and developmental needs of children and their families during challenging times.
Are home palliative care services in Singapore covered by insurance?
In Singapore, home palliative care services are usually covered under hospitalization insurance if the patient transitions directly from a hospital admission to a home-based setting, under their post-discharge care benefits. To understand your specific coverage, it’s best to check with your insurance provider. Our claims specialists are also available to help you explore your options.
Can the palliative care team help with end-of-life decision-making?
Yes, our palliative care team can help in end-of-life decision-making, ensuring comfort and dignity in the final stages. We will work alongside the patient and their family, offering support and respect for the patient’s wishes.
Let’s Journey Together
Facing a life-changing diagnosis is never easy. Let us journey together and help make sense of the many confusing encounters.