alliative Care Plus (PCP) is a primarily free program designed for patients with a chronic, progressive illness who need assistance with resources or need support to help manage their condition. PCP provides a physician, nurse, social worker and volunteer and helps to:
- Control pain and symptoms
- Ensure access to community resources
- Arrange for support with light errands, companionship or other needs
- Support the patient and family
Palliative Care Plus can help if you:
- Have a progressive, chronic illness or other life-limiting disease and
- Need assistance navigating the healthcare system or
- Are still seeking curative treatment, but need in-home support to help manage your condition
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I receive Palliative Care even if I am still pursuing aggressive treatments, such as chemotherapy?
Yes. In fact, PCP services may be particularly useful to you in this situation.
- If I am a home health patient, do I qualify for PCP?
Yes. The PCP team can make home visits to you and your family, even if you are currently being seen by home health.
- What can the PCP team do to help me?
The team supplements your care by serving as a liaison between your physician(s) and community resources. The Team helps ensure pain and symptom control and offers practical support to your family.
- How do I request Palliative Care services?
Anyone can make a PCP referral. Simply call 859-986-1500 or 1-800-806-5492.
