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Palliative Care: Support, Comfort and Relief for Chronic Illness
Palliative Care at HomePalliative Care Services of the Lehigh Valley improves quality of life to your loved one at homePalliative Care Services of the Lehigh Valley helps ensure your loved one is living as comfortably and fully as possible in his or her home. At the recommendation of your loved one’s physician, a nurse practitioner will visit your loved one at home, saving him or her trips to the doctor’s office.In addition to giving medical care, the nurse practitioner will assess what else your loved one may need and make recommendations. This may include assistance with daily activities, such as cleaning or emotional or spiritual support from a counselor or chaplain. In addition, a nurse practitioner will help your loved one meet his or her personal goals, whether it’s going outside on a sunny day or pain relief, and educate you and your family about how to help care for your loved one. Can my loved one get help with daily living?Palliative Care Services will connect you with Lehigh Valley Home Care. Home health aides can help your loved one with bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, light housekeeping and preparing meals.Is this service covered by health insurance?This service is covered under Medicare and some commercial insurance. We will inform your loved one of any potential costs prior to our first visit. Co-payment will depend on your loved one’s policy.To learn more about Palliative Care Services of the Lehigh Valley, call 610-402-CARE. This page last updated 2/12/08 04:08 PM
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