VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit provides compassionate hospice care for patients with advanced illness, offering comfort and support in a specialized inpatient setting. As part of VITAS Healthcare, a leading hospice provider, this unit is designed to manage complex symptoms that cannot be adequately addressed at home. Located within Palmetto General Hospital, it provides a serene environment where patients receive compassionate medical attention, pain management, and emotional support. The facility works closely with families to ensure their loved ones experience dignity and comfort in their final stages of life. Multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains, collaborate to provide holistic care. VITAS emphasizes cultural sensitivity and personalized care to honor the values and preferences of each patient. The organization also offers bereavement support for families, guiding them through loss and grief.

Key Services:
– 24/7 inpatient hospice care for symptom management
– Pain and comfort management for advanced illness
– Emotional and spiritual support for patients and families
– Coordination with referring physicians and healthcare providers
– Bereavement and grief support services
– Multidisciplinary care team including nurses, social workers, and chaplains
– Culturally sensitive and personalized end-of-life care
– Assistance with transitions between home and inpatient hospice settings