Relief From Symptoms, at Any Stage of Illness
Palliative care is specialized medical support that focuses on providing relief from the symptoms, pain, and stress of a serious illness. Unlike hospice, palliative care can begin at diagnosis and be provided alongside curative treatment.
Our palliative care team works in partnership with your existing doctors, specialists, and hospital teams. We don't replace your care; we add an extra layer of support focused on your comfort, your goals, and your family's wellbeing.
Palliative care helps you gain the strength to carry on and take more control over your care by improving your understanding of available treatment options.
Call (877) 732-9528How Palliative Care Helps
Pain & Symptom Relief
Expert management of pain, shortness of breath, nausea, fatigue, and other difficult symptoms, so patients can focus on living.
Emotional Support
Our team provides counseling and support for patients and families navigating the emotional weight of serious illness.
Care Coordination
We work alongside your existing medical team to ensure all providers are aligned and your care plan reflects your goals.
Advance Care Planning
We help patients and families document their wishes and make sure their healthcare decisions are honored.
Family Education
We equip caregivers with the knowledge and resources they need to provide the best possible support at home.
Spiritual Care
Chaplains and spiritual care coordinators are available to all patients and families, regardless of faith tradition.
Palliative Care vs. Hospice
| Palliative Care | Hospice Care | |
|---|---|---|
| Stage of Illness | Any stage, can begin at diagnosis | Terminal illness with 6-month prognosis |
| Curative Treatment | Continues alongside palliative care | Comfort-focused; curative treatment ended |
| Goal | Improve quality of life at any point | Comfort, dignity, and family support at end of life |
| Location | Home, clinic, hospital, facility | Home, facility, wherever patient lives |
Not sure which type of care is right for your situation? Call us and we'll walk you through it.
We Serve 28 Michigan Counties
From Flint to the Detroit metro, from Kalamazoo to the Thumb. If you're in Mid-Michigan, there's a good chance we can come to you. Call us to confirm coverage in your area.