We’re excited to share some wonderful news—palliative care services are coming to our community this fall through our new program!
Even better, thanks to the kindness and generosity of our supporters, we’ve reached our fundraising goal of $200,000. This incredible support will help us launch and grow the program in its first few years, bringing much-needed care to local patients and families.
What Is Palliative Care?
Palliative care is a special kind of medical support for people who are living with serious illnesses. It helps people feel better—physically and emotionally—while they continue to see their regular doctors and receive treatment.
Our palliative care team will include a nurse practitioner and a licensed social worker who will visit patients in their homes. The nurse practitioner will help with pain and symptom control, while the social worker will offer emotional support and help connect families to helpful resources.
Who Will It Help?
Palliative care is for people of any age or diagnosis who are facing a serious illness and need extra support. It’s especially helpful for those dealing with pain, stress, or hard medical decisions. It’s also a big help for family members and caregivers. Palliative care offers guidance, education, and comfort during what can be a very stressful time.
Some of the most common conditions that are a good fit for palliative care services includes:
Advanced heart failure
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Cancer
Dementia
Neurological conditions like Parkinson’s or ALS
Kidney disease
Heart Failure
Why It Matters
Until now, our area didn’t have access to in-home palliative care. This new program will fill a big gap, helping people stay comfortable, stay connected, and stay in control of their care.
Because palliative care is often the first step in a longer journey—including, for some, hospice care—this program will also help people start those conversations earlier and feel supported every step of the way.
We can’t wait to begin offering this service and are deeply grateful to everyone who helped make it possible.
Stay tuned over the next several weeks for more updates—and thank you for being part of a community that cares deeply for those in need.
