Shiloh Hospice has been established by experienced providers who have more than a decade of practice in health care related settings, in order to provide care, comfort, and support for end-of-life patients and their families. Our aim to bridge the gaps in accessibility of quality care for palliative and hospice care is at the heart of Shiloh’s ethos, and is embraced by our excellent team of interdisciplinary professionals, including doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, bereavement co-ordinators, hospice aids, and volunteers. The Shiloh team specialize in providing hospice and palliative care to patients wherever they call home in, or close to, Country Club Hills; this includes private residences and nursing homes, to hospitals or any other setting preferred by the patient and their family.
At Shiloh, we are passionate about being fountain of comfort and support for end-of-life patients, and are proud to deliver patient centred and family focused care to the communities of Country Club Hills. We are delighted to provide a high-quality service to our end-of-life patients across Cook, Will, and DuPage counties in Illinois, while providing support for their families and loved ones. To provide the best care possible, Shiloh’s expert team develop an individualized plan of care for each patient, which is in line with their unique requirements and wishes. Shiloh’s experienced team strive to maintain the dignity, autonomy, and preferences of our patients throughout their plan of care. We will always act in the best interests of our patients, and work with them and their families to develop and deliver patient centred plan of care which reflects their needs.
All care delivered by Shiloh Hospice and Palliative Care is therefore professionally carried out according to the wishes of the patient and their loved ones, in order to meet the needs of the communities we serve in and around Country Club Hills. Our development and delivery of patient-centred care enables the growth of professional relationships between our team and our service users. We are immensely proud to facilitate high-quality of life and alleviate suffering, which is made possible by the promotion of well-being, and management of discomfort resulting from terminal illness. To see testimonials and reviews from the families of those we have cared for in the past, please visit our testimonials page. Our desire to maintain respect, dignity, and compassion is at the heart of Shiloh Hospice, influencing 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.