Daily activities include exercise and music programs, health education, church worship, and visits. A family Council and an Internal Residence Council encourage involvement of Senior Care and their families, serving as an open forum for input. Hospice Care Mimbres Valley Hospice Care provides physical, spiritual and emotional support for the terminally ill. A caring team of nurses, home health aides, physical therapists and social workers offer 24-hour support, giving both patients and their families a central role in care decisions. Compassionate volunteers help take care of life's many details, from writing letters to running errands, so family members can concentrate their time and attention on helping the person they love.
Spiritual counseling is available through a network of local clergy.
If needed, a respite care option allows the patient to visit the hospital for five days. Bereavement support and counseling is also available to the family in the year following the passing of a loved one. The Home Health Services program at Mimbres Memorial Hospital allows people who are homebound to receive the medical attention they deserve without a lengthy hospital stay. Continuing education keeps patients well informed about symptoms, diet and preventative measures to promote the healing process.