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Holding their own with pediatric hospice
1Hospice of the Valley, Phoenix, AZ.
Caring : National Association for Home Care Magazine
|October 5, 1993
Summary
Pediatric hospice care offers vital support for children facing life-limiting illnesses and their families. A dedicated program can effectively serve an entire community, despite significant resource commitment.
Area of Science:
- Palliative Care
- Pediatric Medicine
- Community Health Services
Background:
- Hospice care provides essential support for pediatric patients and families experiencing life-limiting conditions.
- The commitment of time and resources for pediatric hospice is substantial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To demonstrate the feasibility and impact of a specialized pediatric hospice program.
- To highlight how such a program can benefit an entire community.
Main Methods:
- Case study of a single hospice agency's experience.
- Programmatic development and implementation of pediatric hospice services.
Main Results:
- A dedicated pediatric hospice program can successfully serve a community.
- The program addresses the unique needs of children and their families.
Conclusions:
- Specialized pediatric hospice programs are valuable community resources.
- Effective pediatric hospice care is achievable and beneficial for all involved.