If someone you know is suffering from a chronic illness, palliative care may be an option to fulfill their personal needs and improve their day-to-day life. Palliative care fills the gaps with support for a person’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. The goal of Visiting Angels® Eastern Shore MD palliative care is to enhance their comfort and give families peace of mind. 

Chronic Illnesses That Can Benefit from Palliative Care: 

• Cancer
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Congestive heart failure (CHF)
• Dementia
• Emphysema
• Kidney failure
• Liver failure
• Lung disease
• Neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s, ALS, or Alzheimer’s
  

Visiting Angels® Eastern Shore MD palliative care services are available throughout Wicomico, Worcester, Talbot, Dorchester, and Somerset counties.

Schedule a consultation or call 443-210-2007 to learn more about our trained caregivers and services. 

Palliative Home Care Services in the Delmarva Area

Visiting Angels’ Certified Palliative Care program uses a holistic approach. Your loved one will have support in needs such as:

• Physical
  Focus on physical concerns and pain to provide personal comfort.

• Emotional
  Overcome complex emotions, including anxiety, depression, and anger, to instill positivity and a sense of wellness and purpose.

• Social
  Provide companionship and meaningful conversation to reduce loneliness and isolation.

• Spiritual
  Boost the overall sense of purpose and comfort while helping families find peace of mind during a challenging time.

Our caregivers will work with your loved one’s healthcare team to provide essential non-medical services. Caregivers can serve in the home, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home.

Ready to get started?

Use the online form to contact Visiting Angels® Eastern Shore today or call 443-210-2007 to discuss your care needs.

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FAQs for Palliative Home Care on the Eastern Shore of MD

What is the Difference Between Palliative Care and Hospice Care?

Many people think palliative care is only associated with hospice or end-of-life care. However, there are several key differences between palliative and hospice care.

Hospice services are for those with limited life expectancy, while palliative care can be provided any time after the diagnosis of a chronic illness, regardless of a person's life expectancy. In most cases, hospice services begin when treatments for a cure stop, but palliative care can be offered along with treatments. 

Are Palliative Caregivers Trained?

Yes. Visiting Angels provides our Palliative Care Program for our caregivers to complete the non-medical certification. Through the program, they are educated about compassionate comfort care.

Professional caregivers will work alongside other care providers, such as doctors, nurses, social workers, nutritionists, massage therapists, pharmacists, chaplains, and home health care providers to offer day-to-day support for your loved one.

What Are the Benefits for Family Members?

Having a caregiver by your loved one’s side can significantly reduce your anxiety and stress. With your loved one’s needs being met by a professional caregiver, you can spend more quality time together and have peace of mind when you’re apart. 

How Long Can an Individual Use Services?

There is no time limitation for palliative services, which can be used from the time of diagnosis through end-of-life care. Services can be stopped or started at any time as symptoms change.

How Can You Learn More About Visiting Angels’ Specialized Services on Delmarva?

Contact your Visiting Angels® Eastern Shore office to learn more about our compassionate approach to in-home palliative care. 

Visiting Angels will provide a free home care consultation that helps us learn more about your loved one's needs. With input from you and your loved one, Visiting Angels will develop a personalized plan that enhances your loved one’s comfort and overall well-being. 

Contact Visiting Angels® Eastern Shore or call 443-210-2007.