Hospice Aide

We understand the importance of providing compassionate and comprehensive care during this challenging time. Our dedicated team of hospice aides is committed to ensuring the comfort and well-being of your loved one. Our hospice aides play a vital role in supporting patients and their families by completing various important duties that enhance the overall quality of life. Explore the range of services our hospice aides provide below and call us to speak to one of our professionals.

Personal Hygiene Assistance

Our hospice aides understand the significance of maintaining personal hygiene for your loved one’s comfort and dignity. They provide assistance with bathing, grooming, oral care, and other personal hygiene tasks. Our aides are trained to handle these sensitive tasks with compassion and respect, ensuring that your loved one feels comfortable and cared for.

Light Housekeeping

We believe in creating a clean and comfortable environment for our patients. Our hospice aides perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a neat and organized living space. This includes tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, tidying up the patient’s room, and ensuring a clutter-free environment. By attending to these details, our hospice aides create a peaceful and soothing atmosphere for your loved one.

Feeding Assistance

Proper nutrition and hydration are essential for your loved one’s well-being. Our hospice aides provide assistance with feeding, ensuring that your loved one receives the necessary nourishment. They are trained to handle different feeding techniques and adapt to individual dietary needs and preferences. Our goal is to support your loved one in maintaining optimal nutrition and hydration levels.

Dressing and Changing Linens

Our hospice aides assist with dressing and changing linens to ensure your loved one’s comfort. They help with selecting appropriate clothing, dressing or changing into clean clothes, and ensuring that the patient’s bed linens are fresh and comfortable. Our hospice aides pay attention to the smallest details to create a soothing and comfortable environment for your loved one.

Mobility Support

Maintaining mobility and independence to the greatest extent possible is important for overall well-being. Our hospice aides provide support and assistance with mobility, including transferring in and out of bed, walking, and moving around the living space. They are trained in safe transfer techniques and can utilize mobility aids as needed. Our goal is to help your loved one maintain their independence and mobility as much as possible.

Companionship

Our hospice aides provide compassionate companionship to patients, offering emotional support and a listening ear. They engage in meaningful conversations, provide companionship during activities, and offer comfort and reassurance. We understand the importance of emotional well-being and strive to create a warm and supportive environment for your loved one.

We’re Here to Support You and Your Family

At Shiloh Hospice & Palliative Care, our hospice aides are dedicated to ensuring the comfort and well-being of your loved one. They complete essential duties such as personal hygiene assistance, light housekeeping, feeding assistance, dressing, and changing linens. Our team is committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care that enhances the overall quality of life for your loved one during this challenging time. Contact us today to learn more about how our hospice aides can support your family.