Shiloh Hospice and Palliative Care was established by providers who are passionate about care, comfort, and support for end-of-life patients and their families. We have more than a decade of experience in health care settings, and aim to improve the accessibility of quality care for end-of-life patients and their love ones. Our talented interdisciplinary team of professionals is made up of doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, bereavement co-ordinators, hospice aids, and volunteers, all of whom share in our vision to be a fountain of support and comfort to patients and their families. The team work with every patient and their families to develop a bespoke plan of care, which is sensitive to the needs and wishes of every individual. These physician led care plans are driven by compassion for our patients and their families, and prioritize the unique requirements of every patient, and their families. All care delivered by Shiloh Hospice and Palliative Care is carried out professionally, and in line with the wishes of the individual and their loved ones.
We are passionate about the provision of patient centred palliative and hospice care in and around Oak Lawn, while the availability of our high-quality services extend across Cook, Will, and DuPage counties in Illinois. Our development and delivery of patient-centred care facilitates the growth of professional relationships between our team and our service users. We are proud to deliver exceptional care which acts in the best interests of our patients, while working with them and their families to develop and deliver a patient centred plan of care which meet their needs. We are very proud to serve the communities in and around Oak Lawn with hospice & palliative care, which is driven by the promotion of well-being, and management of pain and discomfort resulting from terminal illness.
Shiloh’s team provide hospice and palliative care to patients wherever they call home, in Oak Lawn and beyond. This includes private residences, nursing homes, hospitals, or any other setting preferred by the patient and their family. Through this service, we are able to deliver care which enables our service users to maintain their dignity, autonomy, and preferences right up to the end of the life. We have a number of reviews available on our testimonials page, which reflect the quality of care provided to the patients of Shiloh Hospice, and the support that we give to their families. We truly understanding of the value of respect, dignity, and compassion in palliative care, and so these principles govern our mission to be a fountain of comfort and support, to patients and their loved ones.
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.