What is The Philosophy of Hospice Care?

By: Ian Elliott
Thursday, June 21, 2018

Sometimes, dying can be slow, inevitable, and often emotionally draining. It takes its toll on the patient as well as their family members, making it the most painful journey for everyone involved. In these modern times, the manner of dealing with dying individuals has changed considerably.

At Arbutus Funeral Services, we have seen this process go from a community affair to something private and discreet. Today, family members admit loved ones to a hospice to ensure they can receive proper care and consideration during their final days.

What is The Philosophy of Hospice Care?

A hospice accepts terminally ill patients who cant receive any life-saving treatment or have chosen to forgo them. This establishment is dedicated to ensuring patients are comfortable and happy during their final days. Here’s the philosophy behind this process:

  • Alleviating Suffering - Hospice professionals work on alleviating suffering as much as they can. This is done through proper care, pain management medication, pain management without medication, and other such techniques. The idea is to reduce discomfort as much as possible, to ensure the patient is as comfortable as possible, without having to struggle with pain every hour of the day.
  • Whole Patient – Ill or aged people don’t just suffer physically, but also mentally. This can be a trying time for terminally ill patients. They go through depressive phases, anger, grief, and helplessness. Hospice workers keep patients engaged, happy, and offer consistent support. This can mean listing people to talk, offering shoulder to cry on, or even playing games with them.
  • Helping with End of Life Goals - Some patients have regrets or want to experience things before they pass away. This can mean anything from mending a relationship to watching a movie they had planned to see.

As you can see, hospice care is wholesome and focused on the patient. Have any questions about this care or want to make arrangements for funeral services? Just contact us or give us a call (604) 888-9895. We at Arbutus Funeral Service will be happy to help.

Leave a comment
Name*:
Email:
Comment*:
Please enter the numbers and letters you see in the image. Note that the case of the letters entered matters.
Refresh
Audio

Comments

Please wait

Previous Posts

What Do I Do With The Ashes After Cremation?

As one of the most well-established funeral homes in Vancouver, BC, Arbutus Funeral Service we have the skills and experience required to plan the most memorable service for your loved one. In addi...

Do I Need A Casket If I Only Want Cremation?

A casket is not required at a funeral with cremation. Caskets are typically used to keep an embalmed body safe until the funeral. Most funeral caskets are unsuitable for use in a cremation chamber ...

Top Reasons To Pre-Plan Your Funeral

Many people contact Port Coquitlam Funeral Homes to make funeral arrangements. Nobody wants to think about losing a life, whether it's their own or that of a loved one. It's natural to be concerned...

What Is Cremation Jewelry?

There are numerous options for storing cremains following cremation. Keep the ashes in an urn or display them proudly at your desk or home. In addition to interment, you may choose to scatter your ...

How a Pet's Death Affects Other Pets

It's unknown whether cats and dogs can grasp the finality and importance of another pet's death. Any indication that they do is simply anecdotal. Dogs and cats typically recognize when a companion ...

Special Ways To Remember A Loved One During The Holiday Season

In every way, our lives are shaped by the people we love, and it can cause great suffering for humans to lose the strong bonds they've formed with one another. Since the holidays are typically a ti...

Can I Supply My Own Container For Cremated Remains?

Following cremation, the ashes are usually placed in a temporary urn. To hold the remains, crematories typically use rigid cardboard containers lined with heavy-duty plastic bags. Cremated remains ...

Sending Flowers To The Bereaved

The homes of those in mourning traditionally receive sympathy flowers from family and friends. People also send flowers to funerals as a mark of respect to the departed soul. It can be challenging ...

Cremation Vs. Burial Costs | Funeral Homes in Surrey BC

Although cremation has been available for centuries, it is still a relatively uncommon funeral choice in the U. S. as an alternative to traditional funerals. Cremation piques people's interest prim...

What Are Basic Cremation Services?

If you've never had to arrange a funeral ceremony before, you might not have thought about the numerous cremation services offered. If all of your relatives choose burial, you might not have any pr...