What is Palliative Care

Let's talk about what Palliative Care is and why it's not the same as Hospice Care!

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[sourwes]

Great explanation. My wife was on hospice a cpl months ago and needed to be hospitalized. The hospital had a dedicated palliative care nurse that visited me several times a day in addition to the hospice, which also visited the hospital daily, right up til she passed. It was very comforting that extra layer the palliative nurse provided, continually making sure she was comfortable and also providing me any support I needed. She even made sure food, drinks, linens etc. were brought to me daily while I stayed by her side. It really meant a lot to me. Thank you Julie for what you do🙏

[shadowslayer]

Julie, as a nurse who has walked in your shoes, the work that you are doing here is almost as important as caring for your clients. You deserve a standing ovation!

[juliayoung]

Before my husband's death he had a Palliative care doctor, She was absolutely wonderful!

[j.svensson]

Palliative care sounds like what I am currently experiencing without the name. I was diagnosed with progressive MS (I'm 66 yrs old). The neurologist refuses to try to manage my MS and instead is only treating symptoms. My cardiologist blew up when she learned this. I'm still developing lesions (not supposed to happen at my age but golly it is)... but all they prescribe are muscle relaxants and nerve pain meds. Period. Palliative care sounds like a nicer situation which is probably why they have not named their approach. Thank you for what you are doing. We need you!

[jackiesmithsmetaldetecting]

Thanks for that, i am in the UK Mum was found collapsed been all night alone on the floor diagnosed stage 4 lung/bowel cancer sent to hospital put on palliative care told us she may only have weeks to live, sent to a care home has not doing any treatment because of her age 81, to not being on palliative care, now a whole year on even with no treatments she is still with us

[christopherstephenjenksbsg]

Thank you for this! I ran a group home for many years for formally homeless and/or incarcerated men, and in its early days most of the men were infected with HIV, when the only treatment was AZT. Palliative care was a literal life-safer for these men. Even though most of them eventually ended up dying of HIV-related infections, palliative care went a very long way toward making their symptoms much more manageable and their lives much more fulfilled. THANK YOU to palliative care!

[MrLogansmama]

Hi Julie
I just wanted to say thank you for the kidney failure video you made. My mom passed on 8/26. Your videos helped me so much. Please keep doing what you do! Your knowledge is so important.

[vikkiledgard]

You are a special lady to subscribers like myself. Your explanations of death and the dying process are very valuable to people, and you're helping so many of us to accept what is inevitable. You're also teaching people that pain doesn't have to be a part of our final days on the earth. That is a wonderful gift to give, and you should feel proud of what you are achieving ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[Jomama]

My MIL was transferred to Paliative care after she had a stroke. She was in hospital and was confused and refused to eat. She went unconscious and they put her on Palliative Care. She went in and out for 2 days and then she passed 3 days later. This was in hospital care. They just kept her comfortable, no iv's or anything. They bathed her with Bath and Body Works products for she'd feel better and a pleasant light scent. She passed very well taken care of and we were by her side.

[meshellesmith]

I currently have a palliative care doctor in addition to my oncologist. I am also part of the transitions program with my local hospice. As soon as I stop metastatic breast cancer treatment I can easily transition to hospice and start receiving hospice benefits immediately.

[sirfultonbishop]

Thank you for the explanation and thank you for choosing a profession that matters so much to people!

[tinajustvig]

It’s also so extremely helpful fir a caregiver. My husband had stage 4 lung cancer and they answered the phone every time I called. I still get cards from them to this day. Sadly, my husband passed away 15 months ago.

[torispalliativecareheartjourne]

I have a congenital heart condition I’m 39 and on palliative care. I’m in the uk

[susanweiss]

Sent this to my 'hospice' work email, so I can share with clients and families.

[barregirl]

I just started on palliative care at the age of 40 last month. I have Severe and Enduring Anorexia Nervosa and my palliative care treatment has already provided much needed support and relief. Going to share this video with friends and family. Thank you ❤

[lisayerace]

Such a great explanation, Julie! Thank you!

[friedaferrick]

I just want to say thank you for all the important information you are sharing. I have had my dad, my mom and my sister die. They were made much more comfortable by the nurses. They are the unsung heroes. In 1990 when I was a counseling intern at our local Hospice, I had several meaningful conversations with the nurses and I am so grateful for all of you. One day I will need your help and I will know I am in good hands.

[Salty]

I was referred to a home health service. I had no idea it was for palliative care until we were wrapping up the call. I was devastated. Thinking the insurance company already had me tagged for death, I'm not ready for that! Im an OT and work full time as a care provider for head injured adults. I'm busy w my kids! But..I'm 53 yrs old and have stage 3c metastatic melanoma, lupus and new heart problems. Immunotherapy isn't an option for me because of the lupus. I'm very glad I decided to meet with the nurse. He did a much better job at explaining palliative care and the reason why. As more of an early intervention and support service, it could also save the insurance and myself money. I had complications after my axillary node removal that resulted in many radiology visits, 6 drains and 3 ER visits. I'm continuing to defy the odds and expectations of my dx, just now with a little added support.

[chemicalangel]

Excellent explanation.
My dad was going into hospice for a week to give my mum a break, but he passed away unexpectedly the day before he was going in. I had to ring them to say what had happened, so they could give the place to someone else 💔

[RiceaRoni]

Thank you for this. My husband will be having major lung surgery next month and he is basically my caregiver. I have severe COPD and am disabled from bone on bone hip issues that has not been able to be treated because of my lungs. I am trying to find out what we can do while he is in the hospital and recovering at home.