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Salus Advanced Care Planning in Palliative Care
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Advanced Care Planning Services Provided:
- Conversations with a medical social worker who can provide information and support
- Referrals to professionals for will planning, financial matters and other important decisions
- Information about advanced care directives and medical power of attorneys
- Help outlining and communicating your personal goals for care
Salus of Orange County’s palliative care social workers guide you through these decisions, making them easier to consider and ensuring you feel confident all along the way. This key pillar of our palliative care program assists you in preparing for unexpected turn of events surrounding your illness and ensuring your goals are respected regarding curative treatments and end of life planning.
Advanced care planning is a gift to you and your family. Helping them to understand your goals reduces stress and anxiety. It also empowers you to maintain control over your treatments and experience and helps to ensure you are treated with dignity and respect.
Donna P. July 5, 2019I appreciated that the staff understood our need of caregivers and were easy to work with.
The caregivers were attentive and comfortable and I was at ease with their attention so I could leave and not worry.
Ann S. Orange County June 21, 2019My Salus nurse was amazing from start to finish! The social worker was very helpful and skilled in so many situations. The Chaplain, hairstylist and volunteer coordinators were also amazing! Thank you all so much!
Advanced Care Planning FAQ's
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Salus of Orange County Palliative Care social workers are always available to help you understand how to clearly communicate with your loved ones. Our team is also available to mediate during conversations and ensure that everyone clearly understands the information presented.
While you are never required to have specific documents to take advantage of palliative care services, there are several that we highly recommend because of their value to you. We are happy to explain the importance of these documents and help you access community resources if you need help preparing them.
Only you can make these important decisions. They are deeply personal and based on your own values and beliefs. Salus Homecare of Orange County’s social workers are available to discuss your options and help you understand your choices, but the final decision will always be in your hands.
Other Home Health Services Salus Offers
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Curative Care
Physical and emotional support to help with the distressing side effects sometimes associated with a serious medical condition. The primary goal is to improve quality of life, but many patients also find treatment is easier to manage with curative care in place.
- Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy
- Emotional Support
- Comfort Care
Symptom Management
Managing symptoms associated with a serious medical condition helps you to maintain a higher quality of life and plan ahead to avoid common problems. Any symptoms are thoroughly assessed to create a safe and effective plan of care.
- Medication Management
- Communication with Medical Team
- Complimentary Non-Medical Treatments
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