- Compassion
Compassion is what the hospice team
does best. They offer comfort, love and respect for the patient which allows
the patient to reflect on their life journey without feeling stress that can
be associated with the end-of-life experience. They can focus on what really
matters in life to them!
- Support System
Hospice becomes part of the support
system which includes a team of physicians, nurses, hospice aides, social
workers, counselors, and volunteers. This additional support allows family and
friends to remain the family and friends who celebrate the moments of life with
their loved one, rather than be caregivers providing care during those special
moments with their loved one. This also gives patients their support system
back. They can live as actively as possible with their family and friends until
they pass.
- Family and Friends
Family and friends now have the
opportunity to find relief, reduce stress and be the people celebrating life
with the patient. Hospice gives them the opportunity to enjoy the precious time
with their loved ones during the end-of-life journey they need and want.
- Building Memories
The best way to celebrate life is
reflect on our past memories and building new ones. Although the end-of-life is
a unique time, beautiful memories can still be made. Hospice of Southern Illinois' mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their loved ones touched by a terminal illness. Quality of life is all about building
memories with those you love.
- It’s About How You Live
The number one way hospice helps
celebrate life is showing everyone that life is about how you live! Whether
there is 60 years, 6 months or 6 breaths… the final moments are those cherished
most. If Hospice of Southern Illinois helps others be pain free, peaceful and loved, the end-of-life
journey was a serene one. It isn't about the length of time, but the moments
that filled that time that matter most.
