Patient Services

Hospice of Charleston offers a special kind of care for terminally-ill patients and their families. Services are comprehensive and based upon the patient and family's need. They may include:

  • Medication for pain relief and symptom management.
  • Physical, occupational, speech and/or massage therapy.
  • Nutritional counseling.
  • Home health aide and homemaker services for personal care (bathing, teeth brushing, etc.)
  • Medical supplies related to the terminal illness.
  • Assisting with household chores and financial matters.
  • Crisis care during periods of medical emergencies.
  • Assisting the patient and family members with living wills and legal matters.
  • Spiritual counseling.
  • Emotional support.