Hospice services allow a terminally ill person to be cared for in the final days of life in the comfort of home. While death is hard to face at any age, finding the appropriate hospice care for a terminally ill infant is an especially emotional decision.
Instructions
1. Ask your pediatrician for information on local hospice care for your infant. Your doctor can connect you with area organizations that can cater to your infant during the end-of-life stage.
2. Contact local hospitals in your region. Hospitals often have programs designed for infant hospice care and support groups for families of infants with terminal illness.
3. Choose hospice care for an infant that caters to your wishes. Interview the hospice organizations that interest you to ensure that the nurses and volunteers who care for your infant fit in with your ideals for an appropriate caregiver.
4. Ensure that the hospice you choose for your infant is accredited. A hospice that is licensed and certified by a reputable organization is vital to ensure proper care for your infant.
5. Read brochures and other literature about the hospice facilities that interest you. Ask for an outline of services and the fees associated with those services. Make sure the facilities have malpractice insurance.
6. Request references. Both professional and personal references can illustrate the type of care you can expect to receive for your infant.
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