Hospice of Health First – Melbourne

Hospice of Health First - Melbourne understands it's not easy to be the caregiver of a loved one at the final stage of their journey. But you're not alone. For more than 35 years, Hospice of Health First has been Brevard County's leading provider of compassionate and skilled Hospice care. We focus on improving the quality of life for families dealing with a loved one's end-of-life illness, making every remaining moment as comfortable, pain-free and meaningful as possible, for every person involved. Hospice of Health First provides care in the setting of your choice. Whether you live in your own home, in a Nursing home, an assisted-living facility, or are hospitalized, Hospice of Health First is committed to providing comfort and care for end-of-life patients. We recognize that it takes a team of caregivers to meet the unique needs of each patient. We put the patient and family at the center of all decision-making to ensure that the needs and wants of each patient are met. Hospice caregivers offer knowledge and support at a patient's end of life, just as Obstetricians and Midwives lend care and expertise at the start of life. Hospice can reduce anxiety in both the patient and his or her family by helping make the most of the time remaining and in achieving some level of acceptance. It has been said that "home is wherever you hang your hat." In-home Hospice Care can be provided wherever you live —in a private home, a skilled Nursing facility or assisted-living facility. In addition to focusing on the physical health and comfort of a patient, Hospice Care also focuses on the emotional needs and spiritual well-being for terminally-ill patients and their loved ones. Hospice of Health First can also provide substantial support and training for family caregivers, helping many patients feel less of a burden to their loved ones. There are some basic differences between Home Care, Private Duty Nursing, and Hospice. The biggest difference is that Home Care is typically short-term care for transitioning patients from hospital to home. Private Duty Nursing is a longer-term commitment for those needing more consistent, daily care. Hospice provides care for those diagnosed with a terminal illness.