Salus Physical Support During Hospice Care in San Diego

You are never obligated to remain with hospice care in San Diego if you choose not to for any reason. While our approach is not curative, the option to stop services and resume treatment remains available to you anytime. The decision is always completely yours, and we encourage you to discuss it with your physician, family members and even our San Diego hospice team at any point.

Yes, your San Diego hospice care team will work with you to help you maintain your highest level of independence for as long as possible. While we will remain available to provide support and supervision as necessary, our hospice nurses and professional caregivers will listen to your cues and provide you with guidelines and modifications to keep personal care tasks safe and comfortable. As your needs change, your care plan will adapt to meet them.

Pain and symptom relief is offered using the latest technology and medical advances in hospice care. Medications are sometimes used to offer relief from pain, but they are closely monitored by your personal physician and our hospice medical director. We also use massage, cool cloths, warm baths and physical and occupational therapy techniques to help keep you comfortable.