Salus Spiritual Support During Hospice Care

Spirituality means different things for different people. For some, it involves participating in an organized religion, and for others, it simply refers to honoring an individual’s sense of purpose and connection to the universe. In the event of a terminal illness, many individuals begin to question the deeper meaning of life and their own spiritual existence. Responses can vary from sadness to isolation or even becoming extremely hyper and needing constant attention. At Salus Homecare of Orange County, we recognize the importance of nurturing a dying individual’s spiritual side and provide a variety of services that can help.

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Spiritual Hospice Support Provided:

Clergy support
Personal or family counseling
Providing literature related to spirituality
Helping individuals to access support groups

Even when a client is not religious, it is still beneficial to nurture and support their spirituality. Nurturing spirituality helps many individuals to regain a sense of purpose in the final weeks or months of life, and it can play a part in helping individuals to manage any uncomfortable physical symptoms they may be experiencing.

Salus Homecare of Orange County’s spiritual support is offered in a sensitive, non-judgemental way that provides comfort. While we never force any client to accept spiritual support, it remains available should they ever choose to address their own questions, concerns or needs.

The physical therapist was exceptional in her care, compassion and personal attention. I will recommend to friends and family.

Marie D.

My family and I hope this letter finds you all well and safe. The reason why we’re taking the time to write to you is to thank you for the hard work, compassion, and dedication, especially in these troubling times, that you all have shown to the community. We all know that an end of life period needs all the emotional, spiritual, and physical help from friends and family, and that is what your team does. But we also know that the families aren’t the only ones that need this support, you also need it, and that is why we want to share the words written in Proverbs 19:17 where it says: “The one showing favor to the lowly is lending to Jehovah, and He will repay him for what he does.” God will definitely repay you all for the generous help you give to others. May these words fill you with encouragement and strength to keep going. Thank you again for everything.

Michelle and Abel Orange County Dec 25, 2020

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Spiritual Support FAQ's

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While for some, spirituality equates with religion, spiritual care includes any beliefs, practices, and relationships that help people find meaning, comfort, and hope. It is our desire to connect you with that which gives you peace during what may be a difficult season of life. At times, this is just the presence of a caring person to listen, read scriptures, pray or talk about whatever is on your mind.

No, Salus Homecare of Orange County’s hospice honors the individual beliefs and faiths of all of our clients. We respect the relationship you have formed with your church and encourage you to maintain it.

This is something that becomes especially important to all individuals in the end stages of life. Many people benefit by starting a journal and reflecting on their personal accomplishments and the things they have enjoyed doing. Others find art mediums such as creating music, painting a picture or building with clay to be helpful. Salus Homecare of Orange County’s hospice chaplains can offer other suggestions that might help you to find the peace and sense of purpose that you are searching for.

Other Hospice Services Salus Offers

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Physical Care

Pain management and the monitoring of symptoms to enhance quality of life. These services are monitored and administered by skilled nurses and therapists.

Medication Management
Occupational, Speech or Physical Therapy
Wound Care & Vital Sign Monitoring

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Emotional Care

Coping Support for both client and family. This support also remains available to the family after a client's passing in the form of grief counseling.