End of Life Care
End of life care has always been important and for that reason we have
a comprehensive palliative care program. The staff at Hoag understand
that this is a difficult time for you and your family. Realizing this,
and anticipating the anxiety and fear you may experience while caring
for your loved one, we have provided information to help you understand
and respond to the symptoms indicative of impending death.
At Hoag, the focus is on preventing, treating, reducing or removing discomfort
whenever and however it appears through careful attention to pain and
symptom management.
The end of life process is unique to each person. We encourage you to
use the guidelines on these End of Life pages to understand this process.
The hospital staff is here to answer questions, provide support and assist
you in any way possible.
Remember to pay attention to your own needs during this difficult time.
Get plenty of rest, eat a well-balanced diet and exercise. Be aware of
symptoms of stress and fatigue, such as headaches, nausea, heartburn or
shortness of breath.
Please feel free to contact Hoag's Palliative CARES Team at 949-764-8585
for further assistance.