Palliative care for the elderly
Palliative care for the elderly is a set of measures aimed at improving the quality of life. The main goal is to alleviate symptoms, provide support and care to patients with severe and incurable diseases. Let's take a closer look at the features of providing palliative care to the elderly, for which diseases it is necessary and where to get it in Moscow.
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Diseases requiring palliative care
Palliative care is necessary for the following diagnoses:
- Late-stage cancer;
- Dementia, Alzheimer's disease
- Chronic lung diseases
- Stroke
- Severe arthritis
- Grade 3 heart failure
- Liver or kidney failure
Palliative care is also required for Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, liver cirrhosis, complicated diabetes, and spinal injuries.
Types of palliative care
Palliative care is important not only for the patient, but also for his relatives. Constantly caring for an elderly person requires a lot of effort, time and special knowledge. A palliative care center or a nurse takes on this task, freeing family members from daily worries. A psychologist helps relatives cope with guilt, reduce anxiety and fear of loss.
Palliative care is provided at home or in specialized institutions: boarding houses, hospices, clinics, where trained specialists work. The choice of option depends on individual needs and the clinical situation.
Palliative care is provided in several formats:
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Medical assistance
Prescribing medications and physical therapy to relieve pain and improve overall health
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Social assistance
Assistance in maintaining hygiene, cooking, cleaning
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Psychological support
Working with a psychologist to reduce anxiety, fear, depression
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Spiritual care
Aimed at maintaining inner peace, mental balance and the meaning of life during difficult times
Palliative care helps reduce pain, ease breathing, improve sleep and mood. The main goal of this area of medicine is not to prolong suffering at any cost, but to make the life of an elderly person as comfortable and calm as possible. Also, qualified support allows relatives to spend time with the patient without unnecessary stress and hassle.
How to get palliative care
How to get palliative care
To receive assistance, you must:
- Contact your doctor
- Get a referral to a nursing center
- Process documents that confirm the diagnosis and the need for professional care
K+31 Clinic provides palliative care at home or with hospitalization of the patient. We employ professionals with many years of experience who have practical skills in caring for the elderly. We guarantee a caring and sensitive attitude of employees, support in situations of varying degrees of complexity: after surgeries, injuries, detection of oncology.
Palliative care prices
The cost of palliative care for the elderly is influenced by the following factors:
- Format (hospital, home visit)
- Type and number of procedures
- Need for a 24-hour nurse or specialized equipment
You can see the prices for services in the price list on the K+31 clinic website. If you have any questions, fill out the feedback form. We will promptly call you back and provide a consultation.
Cost of accommodation
Accommodation prices depend on the type of room (multi-bed or individual), the patient's mobility and the presence of complications. In case of serious condition and the need for round-the-clock care, the cost of services increases.
Prices for additional services
Additional services are paid for separately. Among them: individual menu, massage and physiotherapy, psychological consultations, patient transportation.
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Features of palliative care for the elderly
Palliative care involves a comprehensive and individual approach. Elderly people often have several chronic diseases that require constant monitoring. It is also important to consider the emotional state, cognitive decline and the need for psychological comfort. Polite and friendly communication, attention and care from the staff help elderly patients feel needed, create a calm and trusting atmosphere.