Hope is brought to individuals and families facing life-limiting illnesses by Hospice of the Northwest. Pain reduction and enhanced comfort at the end of life are aimed for through our integrative services, which are offered alongside conventional interventions. These holistic approaches, reflecting our mission to deliver compassionate and supportive care, are fully funded through community donations to the Hospice of the Northwest Foundation, ensuring that they are provided at no charge to our patients.
Included in our integrative services are:
- Aromatherapy: Essential oils are utilized to promote relaxation, reduce nausea, ease stress, and improve sleep, supporting the body’s natural processes.
- Massage Therapy: Touch treatments designed to increase relaxation, relieve pain, and promote sleep are provided, often offering psychological comfort as well.
- Therapeutic Music: Personalized music sessions tailored to ease physical, emotional, and spiritual pain bring a soothing presence to our patients.
- Therapeutic Pet Visits: Heartwarming interactions with pets are provided to reduce stress and bring comfort, enriching the emotional well-being of our patients.
- Art & Craft Activities: Creative expression facilitated by spiritual counselors and social workers allows patients to express their feelings and emotions in meaningful ways.
The holistic care approach is supported by these services, offering alternatives and complements to conventional medicine. The unique goals and care plans of our patients are met through each integrative service, emphasizing dignity, grace, and living life to its fullest.
The quality of life for you or your loved one is aimed to be enhanced by incorporating these services, providing not just medical care but also emotional and spiritual support. Personalized care is ensured for each patient by our expert medical, emotional, social, and spiritual support teams, helping them find comfort, peace, and fulfillment during this important time.
To learn more about these services, please visit www.HospiceNW.org/Integrative-Services/.