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Helios Hospice Care helps brighten life’s final months

When you or your loved one can live life’s final months more comfortably wherever you call home – and see life’s goals and wishes fulfilled – there can be a greater sense of peace and dignity. Helios Hospice Care is tailored to each individual’s needs, including specialized symptom relief for cancer, heart disease, respiratory disease and dementia.

Understanding Helios Hospice Care

When is it time for hospice care?

If doctors predict that you or a loved one has six months or less to live, and you choose to focus on comfort care instead of a cure, you’re eligible for Helios Hospice Care.

The sooner you turn to Helios Hospice Care for help, the more we can do to brighten your quality of life. Many families admit they sought hospice care later than they should and wish they had engaged with Helios Hospice Care sooner.

If you don’t think you or a loved one is ready for hospice care, some other indicators include increased falls; more visits to the ER or hospital; and continued struggles with eating, sleeping or getting comfortable.

Where is hospice care provided?

Helios Hospice Care is provided wherever you call home – whether a private residence, assisted living community or nursing home.

We’ve found that patients would much rather be in the familiar surroundings of home and in the company of family and friends as they cope with a terminal illness. With the support of Helios Hospice Care, patients can stay comfortably and safely at home.

Expert clinical care

Helios Hospice Care works with your primary care provider to tailor a care plan for your needs, goals and wishes. Clinical care is provided by our expert team of Physicians, Nurses and  Certified Home Health Aides.

Medical equipment and supplies

If you need medical equipment and supplies related to your hospice diagnosis, Helios Hospice Care delivers items such as a hospital bed, wheelchair, oxygen tanks, shower chair and bedside commode right to your home.

Medication management

Helios Hospice Care also works with your physician to manage and adjust medications as the illness progresses. We deliver prescriptions related to your hospice diagnosis to your home on a regular basis.

Emotional and spiritual support

Our chaplains, social workers and counselors provide emotional and spiritual support for all faiths – not only for the patient, but for the entire family.

Help with daily living

Hospice aides are available to help with activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and light household chores.

How is hospice care paid for?

Our home hospice services are typically covered in full by Medicare, Medicaid and most insurance providers. Financial assistance may also be available if needed.

Symptom management for specific diseases

Cancer SymptomCare

Cancer SymptomCare

So many forms of cancer exist, each with its own distinctive symptoms and challenges. However, some common difficulties often arise, and Helios Hospice Care provides customized treatment to relieve many symptoms and side effects of cancer, including:

  • Fatigue
  • Weight changes
  • Persistent muscle and joint pain
  • Skin changes
  • Persistent cough or trouble breathing
  • Changes in bowel or bladder habits
  • Persistent indigestion
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Hoarseness
  • Persistent fevers or night sweats
  • Unexplained bleeding or bruising

Our expert team will conduct an initial consult to review and assess all your related symptoms. Then we will create a personalized plan of care to address your specific symptoms and desired goals. Our team also will provide education and support for your loved ones and help you and your caregivers be prepared if something unexpected happens.

Cardiac SymptomCare

Cardiac SymptomCare

Cardiac diseases have their own distinctive symptoms and challenges. Helios Hospice Care provides customized treatment to relieve symptoms of cardiac diseases, including:

  • Chest pain
  • Shortness of breath
  • Hypertension
  • Weakness and fatigue
  • Functional decline
  • Anxiety

Our expert team will conduct an initial consult to review and assess all your related symptoms. Then we will create a personalized plan of care to address your specific symptoms and desired goals. Our team also will provide education and support for your loved ones and help you and your caregivers be prepared if something unexpected happens.

Respiratory SymptomCare

Respiratory SymptomCare

Respiratory diseases have their own distinctive symptoms and challenges. Helios Hospice Care provides customized treatment to relieve symptoms of respiratory diseases, including:

  • Shortness of breath, especially during physical activities
  • Wheezing
  • Chest tightness
  • Chronic cough
  • Having to clear your throat
  • Swelling in ankles
  • Frequent respiratory infections
  • Lack of energy
  • Unintended weight loss

Our expert team will conduct an initial consult to review and assess all your related symptoms. Then we will create a personalized plan of care, including oxygen therapy and medication treatments as appropriate, to address your specific symptoms and desired goals. Our team also will provide education and support for your loved ones and help you and your caregivers be prepared if something unexpected happens.

Dementia SymptomCare

Dementia SymptomCare

Each form of dementia has its distinctive symptoms and challenges. Helios Hospice Care provides customized treatment to relieve common symptoms of dementia, including:

  • Increased confusion
  • Agitation/restlessness
  • Increased discomfort
  • Anxiety
  • Infections

Our expert team will conduct an initial consult to review and assess all your related symptoms. Then we will create a personalized plan of care to address your specific symptoms and desired goals. Our team also will provide education and support for your loved ones and help you and your caregivers be prepared if something unexpected happens.

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