Las Vegas Hospice Care

Siena Hospice Care provides compassionate, personalized care to patients and families throughout Las Vegas, Nevada. Our mission is to provide the highest quality of care for each patient. We are dedicated to providing top-notch family hospice care services , which include: Compassionate care from our team of expert nurses and caregivers Ongoing education to ensure you and your loved ones are fully informed about hospice services and options Efficient, coordinated care for all aspects of your healthcare needs Our hospice care services are available to anyone in Las Vegas, Nevada who is facing a life-threatening illness. We understand that each patient’s situation is unique, and we will work with you to develop an individualized plan of care that meets your needs. Our experienced team of nurses and caregivers will provide you and your loved ones with the compassionate care and support you need to face this difficult time.  Is palliative care the same as hospice? Palliative care is a ...

What Are The Four Levels of Hospice Care? In the hospice field, there are four levels of care. These levels describe how much time a patient spends in a particular level of care and the extent to which they are involved in making decisions about their own treatment. Hospice Care in a Home Patients in hospice care in a home typically receive around-the-clock nursing care and assistance with activities of daily living. They make decisions about their own treatment but may allow family members to help make decisions on their behalf if they are comfortable doing so.   Continuous Hospice Care Patients in continuous hospice care spend most of their time in homes or other residential facilities. They may receive occasional visits from health professionals, but they mostly rely on the nurses and aides for care. The goal is to keep patients as comfortable and safe as possible while making decisions about their care.   Inpatient Hospice Care Patients in inpatient hospi...

Many people believe that a patient with a terminal illness is considered in hospice care when they are moved from the hospital to a nursing home. However, the law does not clearly define what qualifies as hospice care. While the term "hospice" has been used for years to describe an environment where patients with life-limiting illnesses live and die, the meaning of this term continues to evolve. How does hospice work? Hospice is a type of care that provides comfort and support to dying people. Hospices offer specialized care for the entire period of someone's life, from diagnosis to death. They may provide 24-hour nursing, pain management, emotional support, and spiritual guidance. Hospices also may provide equipment and supplies needed for people during their final days, such as a bed, wheelchair, commode chair, and shower. Hospice care is designed to help patients live comfortably and peacefully until they die. Hospices work with doctors to determine when a person...