Cardiac Hospice Program

Hospice Care For Patients With Cardiac Disease

Specialized end-of-life care for patients with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Systolic Heart Failure, Diastolic Heart Failure, Heart Block, Cardiomyopathy, Pulmonary Embolism w/Cor Pulmonale, Ischemic Heart Disease, Coronary Atherosclerosis, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm and other severe heart diseases meeting hospice criteria.

Silverado Hospice’s team is highly trained and well versed in the specialized care of these unique challenges that come with caring for patients with cardiac diseases. By delivering specialized care focused on aggressive symptom management, the team focuses on reducing emergency room visits and hospital readmissions.

The interdisciplinary Silverado team provides education to the patient and their caregivers on cardiac disease, focusing on building understanding, establishing realistic expectations and supporting the ability to maintain control as the disease progresses.

The education, guidance and specialized clinical offerings provided under the Cardiac Hospice Program supports one main goal – providing the patient the best quality of life possible.

Silverado’s specialized care for patients with cardiac disease includes:
• IV Lasix for managing fluid overload
• PT/INR weekly blood draws or as often as needed for Coumadin/Warfarin monitoring
• Cardiac medications delivered to the home (including diuretics, inotropes, and beta blockers as indicated)
• All supplies and durable medical equipment provided in home, including oxygen

This program can help relieve many of the major symptoms associated with cardiac disease, such as:
• Chest pains
• Difficulty breathing
• Respiratory infections
• Fluid buildup and uncontrolled coughing
• Intensified stress, anxiety or depression
• Personal care difficulties
• Sleep problems
• Decreased appetite
• Fatigue
• Nausea

Offerings vary by location. Please contact your local Silverado Hospice branch for specific guarantees and programs.