“My grandma just entered hospice care. How can I help?”
My grandma has lung cancer and has just entered hospice care. She has said she doesn't like her caretaker but doesn't want to put in the effort to get anything changed. Is there any way I could do this for her or is this a confidentiality/privacy issue?
4 Answers
If your grandma chooses you to be her care provider, then you could be the caretaker. Also, a hospice team can educate you on how to provide care for your grandma.
Good morning,
If you are referring to a caregiver from the Hospice Team, you and your grandmother can definitely ask the agency if another caregiver may be available. It shouldn't take much effort to make this change if there's availability. The goal is for her to be as comfortable as possible and to receive the best possible care during this difficult time.
If you are referring to a caregiver from the Hospice Team, you and your grandmother can definitely ask the agency if another caregiver may be available. It shouldn't take much effort to make this change if there's availability. The goal is for her to be as comfortable as possible and to receive the best possible care during this difficult time.
I would contact the hospice nursing director and ask to change caregivers for your relative. Patients should be able to feel comfortable with their doctors and nurses. It might be wise to ask your grandmother to add you to her HIPPA list so confidentiality is not an issue.
As for what you can do for her, just try to spend as much quality time with her.
Dr. Calvo.
As for what you can do for her, just try to spend as much quality time with her.
Dr. Calvo.
I would contact the hospice company and speak to them about your concerns and see what they can do for you usually most companies are very flexible.
