Terhokoti

The decision to refer a patient to inpatient care at Terhokoti is made by the chief physician of the HUS Palliative Center. To apply for this, the attending physician fills out a form, which is available in most palliative care units.

Inpatient care provides the patient with good symptom management and care based on the patient’s needs. Inpatient care makes it possible to enhance medication to relieve pain and other symptoms, and to find solutions to problems related to hospice care or other challenging issues related to having an illness.

The treatment provided is based on the patient’s indvidual needs. Every patient is assigned a named nurse for the treatment period. The ethical principles of the care provided are seen as caring about the patient, nurture, and supporting the patient in their choices. Supporting the patient’s family and other loved ones in grief and parting is an inextricable part of the work of the care staff.

The purpose of home care is to support and provide a safe and comprehensive care environment at home for patients with incurable illnesses and their loved ones.

With regular house calls, the patient can be provided the best symptom monitoring possible. In addition to caring for the patient, other important tasks include providing the patient’s loved ones with guidance and support in this difficult situation.

Psychosocial support is available from all Terhokoti services based on the needs of the patient and their loved ones. The purpose is to provide support for the patient and their loved ones from an early stage. The care is provided in close collaboration with specialised healthcare.

Psychosocial support is offered to the patient’s loved ones both during hospice care and after the patient’s passing. Forms of support include groups for the patient’s family during hospice care, peer support groups for loved ones after hospice care, and grief support groups for both adults and children.