The social worker is able to tap into community resources to help support the needs in the home. That might be from arranging for services such as Meals on Wheels, transportation or Lifeline. Social workers are good resources for financial and legal concerns and have expertise in counseling with people who are facing end of life, and counseling and supporting the caregivers. The home health aide's visits include assisting with personal cares such as bathing and linen changes. The chaplain is available for home visits if anyone is needing or wanting spiritual support.
Volunteers are available to provide companionship and support.
In addition, they may be able to assist with transportation needs, running errands for the caregivers and providing some hours of rest to the caregivers. The patient's doctor is a key member of the hospice team. The doctor may or may not make home visits. The doctor is very involved with the plan of care since the hospice nurse communicates on a regular basis with the physician providing updates and collaborating on symptom management. The hospice team provides intermittent visits as needed.