Hospice 101: The Role of the Primary Caregiver

Описание: Understanding the primary caregiver role is essential when considering hospice care for your Portland/Salem area family. This video provides honest, research-based information about what caregiving involves and the many valid ways families can ensure their loved one receives excellent comfort care.

What You'll Learn:

-Why caregiver involvement leads to better patient outcomes (80% achieve good pain control)
-What day-to-day caregiving responsibilities actually involve
-The real challenges family caregivers face and how to prepare
-How hospice teams support and train caregivers with 24/7 access
-The full spectrum of valid caregiving options: family alone, shared arrangements with hired help, senior communities, adult foster homes, or professional facilities
-Why combining family involvement with professional support is common and sustainable
-How to make the right caregiving decision for YOUR family without guilt

Evidence-Based Information:
This video draws on research from the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO), peer-reviewed studies published in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management and BMC Palliative Care, and federal guidelines from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Research shows that while engaged caregivers contribute to dramatically better patient outcomes, family caregivers often experience significant stress—which is why understanding support options and making realistic plans is so important.

CONTACT EVERLIGHT HOSPICE
📞 Call: (503) 496-7000
🌐 Visit: https://www.everlighthospice.com/
📧 Email: [email protected]

EverLight Hospice provides compassionate care throughout Portland, Wilsonville, Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Salem and surrounding communities. Our team is led by Medical Director Dr. Andrew Do (Salem Hospital) and Michael Smith, DNP (Chief Clinical Officer).

Important Note: This video is for educational purposes. Hospice decisions should always be made in consultation with your physician or healthcare team.


00:00 Hospice 101: The Role of the Primary Caregiver
00:35 Why Is the Primary Caregiver So Important?
01:19 What Does the Role of Hospice Primary Caregiver Involve?
02:00 The Truth About the Challenge of Being the Primary Caregiver
02:55 What Support Is Available to the Primary Caregiver?
03:47 How Do Different Families Manage the Primary Caregiver Role?
04:58 Why Is the Primary Caregiver Role So Meaningful?
05:39 We're Here for You
06:01 Contact Us