Vanderbilt Children’s Palliative Care provides specialized palliative and hospice services for children with serious illnesses. Their interdisciplinary team focuses on enhancing the quality of life for pediatric patients and their families by addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. They offer compassionate support, symptom management, and guidance throughout the course of an illness, including coordination with other healthcare providers for seamless care. Vanderbilt Children’s Palliative Care emphasizes family-centered care, ensuring families receive the education and emotional support they need to navigate complex medical challenges. Their team includes pediatric specialists who work collaboratively to create individualized care plans tailored to each child?s unique needs. By integrating advanced medical treatments with supportive therapies, they aim to improve comfort and well-being. In addition to inpatient consultative services, they provide resources for home-based palliative care options. As part of the renowned Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, they are committed to excellence in pediatric palliative care, research, and education.

Key Services:
– Pediatric palliative and hospice care
– Pain and symptom management
– Emotional and psychological support for children and families
– Coordination with medical specialists for comprehensive care
– Advance care planning and support
– Home-based palliative care resources
– Bereavement support for families
– Education and resources for caregivers and healthcare professionals