At Shiloh Hospice, our team delivers professional support to patients facing life-limiting illnesses. It focuses on enhancing the quality of life for both the patients and their families by addressing physical, emotional and spiritual needs rather than attempting to cure the illness. Our Blue Island hospice care services include pain management, symptom control, emotional support and spiritual care. We work hard to ensure that patients can enjoy a better quality of life in their final days, surrounded by love and care.
Shiloh Hospice is committed to providing life-affirming care for those at life’s threshold. Known for our skilled holistic care, our team has earned a reputation for excellence through its quick responsiveness, effective communication and unwavering dedication to going above and beyond for its patients and their families. Our family-owned and operated organization brings a personal touch to our services, making us a compassionate companion through this difficult phase of life.
At the heart of Shiloh Hospice’s mission are the core values of dignity, respect and compassion. These values guide every aspect of care provided, ensuring that patients and their loved ones receive the highest standard of holistic care. Our interdisciplinary team of medical professionals is highly experienced in end-of-life care. Together, we uphold the dignity and comfort of patients, addressing not just the physical discomfort but also providing emotional and spiritual support. This multifaceted approach to care underscores the organization’s commitment to excellence and attentive care when it is most needed.
Shiloh Hospice recognizes that the end-of-life experience encompasses a wide range of needs. Many patients and their loved ones encounter big questions related to spirituality. By providing a comprehensive range of services, including physician-directed care, nursing care, social worker support, grief counseling and spiritual support, Shiloh Hospice ensures that every patient and their family receive personalized, compassionate care. This holistic approach aims to provide comfort and peace of mind during the most challenging times, fostering an environment of understanding and empathy.
The foundation of our exceptional care lies in our interdisciplinary team of medical professionals who specialize in end-of-life care. Our team works in close consultation with the patient’s existing primary care providers, ensuring seamless coordination and personalized care that meets the unique needs of each patient. Recognizing that needs can arise at any time, Shiloh Hospice offers unparalleled on-call support, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This round-the-clock availability ensures that help is always at hand.
When it’s time to navigate the final transition of life, consider the benefits of hospice care with Shiloh Hospice. Allow us to be a part of your journey, offering the support that everyone deserves at life’s end. We are here to help you through life’s most challenging moments, allowing you to enjoy precious time with your loved ones. Contact us today for compassionate guidance and to learn more about our Blue Island hospice care services.
Hospice is committed to providing compassionate support for individuals facing terminal illnesses, caring for their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being as they navigate the end of life. Similarly, palliative care shares the same philosophy of comprehensive patient care, extending its services to non-terminal patients, offering them the opportunity to lead longer, happier lives.
Our dedicated team of professionals aims to ensure that every aspect of your care is tailored to your unique situation and wishes.
We support your loved one through individualized care. Our physicians integrate compassion and empathy into everything we do, and we are committed to helping your loved one during this difficult time.
Our nursing staff assists your loved one by taking vitals and performing various duties to make sure the patient is as comfortable as possible. Our nurses follow the jurisdiction of the primary care physician.
When your loved one has a terminal illness, it’s hard for everyone impacted. Our medical social workers provide resources and support to help you cope. We can provide counseling, make referrals and advise caregivers.
We ensure your loved one is comfortable. Our hospice aides complete several important duties, such as assisting with personal hygiene, light housekeeping, feeding, dressing and changing linens.
As your loved one approaches the end of life, we are here to support you. Grief and bereavement counseling can help you manage the complicated emotions you and your loved ones may be feeling.
Volunteers are essential to what we do. Our volunteers are there to provide company and emotional support to you and your loved one.
Spirituality is important to hospice care, and our chaplain can provide support that suits each patient’s individual needs.
We make sure that your family and your loved one is able to make informed decisions regarding hospice care. We educate you on various services that can be a part of your care plan.
Our hospice care center is supplied with all of the medical equipment your loved one needs. We can provide wheelchairs, walkers, oxygen support and more to maximize the patient’s comfort.
We are equipped with necessary medical supplies, including briefs, gloves and personal care items, to adequately support your loved one’s needs.
In order to ensure the patient feels as comfortable as possible, our professionals oversee medication use to control symptoms and manage pain.
When necessary, we provide short-term inpatient care to help caregivers and family members. Respite care can be arranged for a single day or for several days to weeks.
Your loved one deserves round-the-clock care, and we’re prepared to provide exactly what. We have nurses and staff on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We’re here whenever you need us the most.
Hospice patients often have restricted dietary needs due to illness. We provide end-of-life dietary counseling to develop a nutrition plan that suits your loved one’s appetite and eating abilities.
Certain patients may receive physical, speech and occupational therapy to help them maintain independence and quality of life. We provide this service when it is necessary for the patient.