27/02/2017
HOSPICE TOMORROW
What is HOSPICE and who do we care for?
Contrary to a widespread belief Hospice is not about DYING ..it is that… but it is very much MORE than that ….it is about LIVING, it is about living the best life one can, within the limitations of a life threatening disease! HOSPICE EAST RAND offers appropriate care regardless of stage of disease.
Patients with the following diagnoses are eligible for care:
Cancer, HIV/AIDS, late stage Emphysema, Motor Neurone Disease, Liver and Renal failure.
The essence of our care is based on IMPROVING quality of life using a HOLISTIC approach aiming to meet the Medical, Nursing, Emotional, Social and Spiritual needs of the patient and family.
How do we do that?
We do that by practising PALLIATIVE care! This specialised medical care comprises a team of medical doctors and palliatively trained nurses as well as social workers and trained counsellors. HOSPICE EAST RAND offers TOTAL active care of patients whose disease is no longer responsive to curative treatment. The focus is on providing relief of symptoms such as pain, nausea, shortness of breath, fatigue, constipation, insomnia and depression. Emotional and psychosocial support is offered to patient and family members alike .
Where do we do that?
The major part of Hospice care takes place in the comfort of the patients own HOME.
When should we contact HOSPICE?
Hospice can accommodate patients at ANY stage. It is important to emphasize that effective symptom management can greatly enhance quality of life. Emotional support for patient as well as family can ease the burden of responsibility.
How does one access the services of HOSPICE EAST RAND?
Access to services is initiated by a phone call to the reception at HOSPICE EAST RAND. The contact no is 011 422 1531. The only stipulation is … in the case of a relative/friend making the contact …the patient must give his/her consent for the request where possible .
It is not necessary to be referred by a Doctor or Specialist.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SUPPORT THE WORK OF HOSPICE . THE DETAILS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
FOR EFT PAYMENTS
HOSPICE EAST RAND
ABSA -BENONI
ACC NO 710465673
BRANCH CODE 630 242
PLEASE USE THIS REFERENCE ON YOUR DEPOSIT - “YOUR NAME AND HT”
OR HAND DELIVER TO 218 KEMSTON AVENUE, BENONI with CHEQUE OR CASH PAYMENT