Yes, palliative care addresses not only physical symptoms like pain and nausea but also emotional, social, and spiritual issues. Our team includes social workers and chaplains who assist with anxiety, depression, and spiritual concerns, ensuring holistic care. 

Most insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid, cover palliative care services. Coverage can vary, so we recommend checking with your insurance provider to understand the covered services and any potential out-of-pocket costs. 

Palliative care teams collaborate with your current doctors to provide an extra layer of support. The team communicates regularly with all doctors involved to ensure treatments are aligned and that your care is seamless and comprehensive. 

While both services can be provided at home, palliative care focuses explicitly on symptom management and quality of life for people with serious illnesses, regardless of the stage of the disease. Home health care typically refers to medical treatment provided at home for recovery after an illness or injury, often involving skilled nursing or rehabilitation.

Palliative care and hospice are both forms of medical treatment that emphasize quality of life, but they have some distinct differences. Palliative care is appropriate for any stage of a serious illness, while hospice focuses on providing care to those in the end stages of a terminal illness who have chosen not to pursue curative treatments. Additionally, with palliative care the goal is to improve the quality of life while still attempting curative treatments; with hospice, it is to provide comfort and support without treatment.