Patient and Family Support
Raised: $31,000.00Goal: $110,000.00
Patient and family support in healthcare refers to a comprehensive approach aimed at addressing the emotional, psychological, social, and logistical needs of patients and their families throughout their healthcare journey. It recognizes that illness and medical treatment can be overwhelming not just for the patient, but also for their loved ones. Offering support to both patients and their families is critical for improving overall outcomes, quality of life, and satisfaction with care.
Patient and family support is a critical part of holistic care, ensuring that patients’ and families’ mental, emotional, spiritual, and practical needs are met throughout the healthcare experience.
Impact of Patient and Family Support
- Counseling and Therapy: Professional counselors, psychologists, or social workers provide emotional support to help patients and families cope with the stresses of illness, grief, and life changes
- Resources for Caregivers: Families, particularly caregivers, receive guidance on how to provide proper home care, manage medications, and support the patient’s daily needs.
- Social Services: Social workers can help patients and families access resources such as transportation, financial aid, housing assistance, or disability benefits.
- For those with religious or spiritual needs, chaplains or spiritual care providers offer guidance and comfort. Spiritual support can be essential for patients and families who seek meaning, hope, or peace during illness and in end-of-life situations.
- Palliative and Hospice Care: These services are provided to improve the quality of life for patients with terminal illnesses by managing pain and symptoms while supporting the emotional needs of both the patient and family.
- Patient Advocacy: Patient advocates work within the healthcare system to ensure that the patient’s rights and preferences are respected. They assist with navigating insurance claims, legal concerns, and medical decision-making.