Heart Disease

Longleaf Hospice specializes in heart disease hospice care.

Overview

Understanding Heart Disease

People who deal with heart failure have lived with this condition for years before they get to the point where they consider heart disease hospice. So, although you may currently fight an emotional or physical battle and feel desperate, it doesn’t mean that you have no options available to improve your comfort and overall quality of life. At Longleaf Hospice & Palliative Care, we welcome patients looking to find appropriate medical and emotional support while dealing with heart disease impacts after their curative treatment has stopped working.

When Is the Right Team To Consider Hospice Services?

We understand that considering hospice care for yourself or a loved one is difficult. Likewise, determining when hospice care seems appropriate for patients with end-stage heart failure can be challenging for family members, friends, and doctors.

Considering the circumstances, this isn’t a process you should go through alone. So, invite the people you love to offer support and be there for you during the hospice discussion and options review.

Our hospice team can support you in educating your close ones on the medical care and disease process and provide expert support during this difficult time.

Book a Free Consultation

We'd love to provide some clarity for any questions you may have.

When you book a free consultation with us, we will answer any questions you might have about Hospice Care, our services, and our team. We want to understand your loved one’s health condition. If they are eligible for Hospice care, we will work together to figure out the best plan for their unique needs.

End-Stage Heart Disease Symptoms

Recognizing the symptoms and signs of heart failure is essential. According to the American Heart Association, the end-stage means treatments are no longer effective, and the patient experiences worsening symptoms.
Many people with heart disease have symptoms similar to those with cancer, including:
  • Extreme weight loss
  • Nausea
  • Muscle wasting
  • Irregular bowel movements

  • Other symptoms patients with heart failure might experience include:
  • Frequent nighttime urination
  • Ankle swelling
  • Muscle wasting
  • Functional decline
  • Recurring chest pain or angina pectoris is a common sign for cardiac patients. When dealing with a life-limiting illness such as heart disease, you might find it more difficult to breathe.

    How Can Heart Disease Hospice Benefits Seriously Ill Patients

    The nature of congestive heart failure is complex. At Longleaf Hospice & Palliative Care, we will first evaluate the patient’s health status, discuss hospice criteria, talk about significant symptoms, and offer support on a daily basis. Our goal aims to establish appropriate symptom management and lessen emotional distress to help the patient remain comfortable and calm at home.

    Our hospice team members provide an array of benefits for heart failure patients.

  • Emotional support
  • A palliative care team involved 24/7 in your case
  • Preventing heart disease complications
  • End-Stage Heart Disease Symptoms

    Recognizing the symptoms and signs of heart failure is essential. According to the American Heart Association, the end-stage means treatments are no longer effective, and the patient experiences worsening symptoms.

    Many people with heart disease have symptoms similar to those with cancer, including:

    • Extreme weight loss
    • Nausea
    • Muscle wasting
    • Irregular bowel movements
    Recurring chest pain or angina pectoris is a common sign for cardiac patients. When dealing with a life-limiting illness such as heart disease, you might find it more difficult to breathe.

    Other symptoms patients with heart failure might experience include:

    • Frequent nighttime urination
    • Persistent cough
    • Ankle swelling
    • Functional decline

    You Are Not Alone

    For family members of someone affected by heart disease, it can be very difficult to handle this situation. We recognize what you are going through. At Longleaf Hospice & Palliative Care, we understand the challenges of dealing with heart disease patients and offer compassionate care for people living with the condition.

    We provide palliative care services for heart disease patients that include pain management treatment plans, counseling sessions, and grief support groups. Our caring team is specially trained for helping families who have loved ones that have heart disease.

    You don’t have to go through this challenging time alone. Contact us today and let us help you navigate your loved one’s diagnosis.

    What Can Hospice Do for the Family of the Patient With Congestive Heart Failure

    A serious illness such as advanced heart failure can leave a mark on everyone close to you, especially your family. During this tough time, your family caregivers will have to make difficult healthcare decisions and provide support to others. If you’ve decided to end invasive procedures and medical treatments, your family feels overwhelmed.

    At our national hospice and palliative care organization, we offer support to hospice patients and their families. You can count on us for:

    • Expert education and training
    • Emotional assistance
    • Help with making difficult decisions
    • Bereavement services

    How To Discuss Hospice Enrollment With Loved Ones

    For patients with serious heart disease, a hospice referral will come from the cardiologist. Once they notice that you don’t respond to any treatments and deal with chronic pain and other symptoms that impact your quality of life, they recommend you get appropriate hospice care. At some point, they will also suggest discussing end-of-life issues with your family members.

    Considering how difficult this might be for everyone, consider these tips to start the hospice care discussion:

    • Stay calm and be honest
    • Share helpful information and motivate each other
    • Listen to what others have to say about the situation

    Our Medical Team Is Here To Support You

    If you’re looking for a compassionate, expert hospice team to provide care services for your loved one, look no further than Longleaf Hospice & Palliative Care. Our healthcare professionals have years of experience providing quality care to patients and families facing serious illnesses.

    With our 24/7 medical support, you can rest assured that your loved one will receive the best possible care around-the-clock. We will also regularly communicate with their doctor and family caregivers to keep everyone up to date on the patient’s health.

    Don’t hesitate to call our Longleaf Hospice & Palliative Care team at 770-939-9179 to learn more about our palliative care services and other helpful information.

    Book a Free Consultation

    We'd love to provide some clarity for any questions you may have.

    When you book a free consultation with us, we will answer any questions you might have about Hospice Care, our services, and our team. We want to understand your loved one’s health condition. If they are eligible for Hospice care, we will work together to figure out the best plan for their unique needs.

    Additional Care Options

    Explore our other care options to find the best fit for your loved one.

    Palliative Care

    Care in conjunction with primary treatments as an extra layer of support.

    Palliative care focuses on the pain symptoms and stress of a serious illness most often as an adjunct to curative care modalities.

    Routine Hospice Care

    Provided in a residential setting to ensure comfort and security.

    Receive regularly scheduled visits to address the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of your loved ones in your preferred residential setting.

    Respite Care

    Temporary relief for the patient’s primary caregiver.

    Our respite care options allow primary caregivers to take a break, reconnect, disconnect, or just tend to their individual needs.

    Crisis Hospice Care

    Providing necessary comfort during a pain or symptom crisis.

    We offer around-the-clock hospice care services to address the concerns of patients facing life-limiting conditions and provide support for their families.

    Grief Support

    Receive the support you need during the natural grieving process.

    Our team consists of highly trained, kind, and professional members who deliver a care plan for alleviating the grieving process and improving quality of life.

    Inpatient Hospice Care

    Simple pain and symptom management for families and patients.

    Our goal for inpatient hospice care is to improve our patient’s quality of life. We also include the family in our care plan so that everyone receives the support they need.