Cardiac Program

St. Joseph Hospice offers a specialized Cardiac Program to patients living with end stage cardiac disease. Our Hospice program is committed to providing quality comfort care in an atmosphere of compassion and caring. Our dedicated team of highly trained professionals offers the following comprehensive cardiac comfort care to patients and families:

♥ Excellent pain and symptom management of end stage cardiac disease

♥ Hospice nurse available 24 hours/day, 7 days/week

♥ Education and support to patient and caregivers

♥ Personal care and assistance with activities of daily living

♥ Emotional support and counseling

♥ Assistance accessing community resources

♥ Spiritual support

♥ Respite for caregivers

♥ Provision of and easy access to medications for pain and symptom management

♥ Equipment and supplies to ensure patient comfort and safety

♥ Bereavement services

What makes St. Joseph Hospice’s Cardiac Program different than other traditional Hospice programs?

♥ Specialized interdisciplinary team trained in end stage cardiac care

♥ In-home cardiac comfort pack              

♥ In-home IV Lasix

♥ In-home scales

♥ Diseases specific care plans

♥ Disease specific algorithms, care pathways and protocols

Our Hospice Team consists of a Medical Director, Registered Nurse, Social Worker, Home Health Aide, Chaplain, Registered Dietician, Music and Massage Therapists and Volunteers. We are committed to providing the best care to our patients and families. With the help of our dedicated Cardiac Team, you and your loved one can experience quality of life and live with dignity and respect.