(Bingham Farms, MI) Feb. 1, 2011 – Heart disease affects millions of Americans and has probably touched you or someone you know. According to the American Heart Association, one in three Americans have one or more types of cardiovascular disease with 2,400 people dying each day.
“It has been well documented that patients with serious illnesses want five things. Control of their pain and symptoms, ways to avoid inappropriate prolongation of the dying process, a sense of control, to not be a burden on their families, and strengthening of relationships with their loved ones,” said Laura Wagner, COO of In-House Hospice & Palliative Care.
“Likewise, families and caregivers want their loved one’s wishes honored, inclusion in the decision processes, support and assistance at home, practical help and advice, and personal care for their activities of daily living needs. In-House’s programs can help accomplish those goals for patients and their loved ones and support them through this journey.”
Hospices specialize in comfort care for serious illnesses such as heart disease. The support of experienced hospice care providers can enhance the quality of life and reduce emergency medical episodes. Funded by Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and community support, hospice can be a financial relief for a family. Medications, equipment, and supplies related to the hospice diagnosis are provided at no cost to the person or their family.
It is important for individuals and families to discuss hospice care with their medical provider. The American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association recommends discussion of prognosis, advance directives, and palliative care with people with advanced heart failure.
For more information about hospice care or a palliative consultation go to www.in-househospice.com or call 800.311.5365.
In-House Hospice and Palliative Care, now part of Great lakes Home Health and Hospice, is one of the leading hospice providers in the mid-west with over 380 employees who serve over 800 patients and their families every day in more than 40 counties in Michigan and Ohio. During the past 12 years, In-House has been providing the highest level of quality care to its patients and was selected by The Detroit Free Press as one of the Top Work Places for three years from 2008 – 2010 for its management team and its commitment to providing one of the best working environments in the state.
