Palliative Care
An Extra Layer of Support
At Palliative Care of Baton Rouge, we understand the challenges of serious illness. Our patient-centered approach provides specialized medical care that addresses not only physical symptoms but also the emotional and psychological burdens, aiming to enhance overall well-being for patients and their loved ones.
Our Palliative Care Team
Our team of specially trained doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers work together with the patient’s physicians to provide an extra layer of support. Palliative Care is appropriate at any age and at any stage in a serious illness and it can be provided along with curative treatment.
Our Palliative Care Team
Our team of specially trained doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers work together with the patient’s physicians to provide an extra layer of support. Palliative Care is appropriate at any age and at any stage in a serious illness and it can be provided along with curative treatment.
Compassionate Support for Patients and Families Facing Serious Illness
Understanding Palliative Care
At Palliative Care of Baton Rouge, we provide specialized support to improve the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses and their families. From managing symptoms to guiding advance care planning, our team is here to meet your needs. Explore our FAQs to learn more about our services and how we can help.
What is palliative care?
Palliative care is specialized medical care for individuals with serious illnesses. Our team helps improve the quality of life for both patients and their families by assisting with advance care planning, symptom relief, and establishing personalized goals of care.
Who provides palliative care?
Palliative Care of Baton Rouge consists of nursing staff, social workers, and chaplains who collaborate closely with facility staff to ensure seamless coordination of your care.
Who can benefit from palliative care?
- Patients with Life-Limiting Illnesses:
Including cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), congestive heart failure (CHF), kidney disease, liver disease, dementia, HIV/AIDS, stroke, persistent coma, and various others. - Patients or Families Wishing to Discuss Advance Care Planning:
Including understanding your illness and choices for medical care, reviewing advance directives, navigating the healthcare system, and comfort-directed therapy. - Patients with Symptoms and Stress of a Serious Illness:
Including pain, dyspnea, nausea, vomiting, coughing, delirium, insomnia, anxiety, agitation, and severe dysphagia. - Patients Receiving Home Health or Personal Care Services:
Palliative care can be provided alongside these services.
Where is palliative care provided?
Care is typically provided at the patient’s home or wherever the patient may call home, such as an assisted living or nursing facility.
Can I keep my physician?
Yes, you can. You will still be able to attend appointments with your regular doctors. We work closely with your doctors to manage your care while you are unable to visit their clinics or offices.
Is there a cost?
Medicare and some private insurances can cover the cost of palliative care services. We will work with your insurance company to address any costs or billing needs related to the services. As a non-profit organization, our mission is to provide these services regardless of insurance coverage.
Can I Still Receive Ongoing Chemo, Radiation, or Dialysis Treatments?
Yes, you can. Treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, and dialysis can be paired with palliative care services. Home health services or physical therapy can also be combined with palliative care.
Who qualifies for palliative care?
Anyone with a serious illness such as cancer, CHF, Parkinson’s disease, ALS, dementia/Alzheimer’s, CVA, COPD, liver disease, renal disease, or HIV qualifies for palliative care.
What parishes do you serve?
We provide services to the parishes of East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, Tangipahoa, Livingston, Iberville, Ascension, St. James, St. John the Baptist, Assumption, East Feliciana, and West Feliciana.