Both group and individual support is offered. The bereavement program is staffed by social workers and chaplains. Through the Journeys program, the additional skills of an art therapist are used to assist children experiencing a loss. Palliative Care Program Palliative care is another choice for patients and families who are in need of the expertise of our team. This program is intended to help the patient and family achieve their own acceptable quality of life while dealing with illness.
Palliative care focuses on the control of symptoms.
The full resources of the interdisciplinary team with support services is made available to patients. The care team can also include individual specialists in the areas of oncology, cardiology, IV therapy, enterostomal therapy, radiation and psychiatric home care. A nutritionist visits patients and counsels them when needed. Our pharmacist attends weekly team meetings and is a resource in developing a plan of care for patients.