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Although
70% of Americans say they would prefer to die at home*, there
are times when this is not possible. For instance,
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A patient has few relatives or friends, and no one is available
to be the primary caregiver responsible for 24-hour care.
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The primary caregiver of a patient is elderly themselves, and
despite all good intentions is unable to provide the level of
care needed in the home.
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Some diseases, and some particular cases, require intense hands-on
medical care that isn’t available in a home.
The
Hospice Room at Eden Park was created by Brattleboro Area Hospice
and Eden Park Nursing Home for occasions such as these. Originally
designed as a four-bed room, it has been transformed into a
one-patient space with the cozy atmosphere of a small studio
apartment. The room has been designed with all the comforts
of a home, including a furnished kitchenette, a dining and living
area with beds for family members to stay overnight, cable television
and VCR, and a private telephone.
In
addition to end-of-life care, The Hospice Room is also available
for respite stays of up to 7 days, allowing primary caregivers
time for physical rest, a psychological break, or to travel
and attend a family gathering such as a wedding.
Click
here for Frequently Asked Questions
For
more information regarding The Hospice Room, contact Brattleboro
Area Hospice at 802-257-0775 or Eden Park at 802-257-0307.
The
Hospice Room At Eden Park was created by a team of caring volunteers
and staff . The community donated the majority of the construction
costs, furniture and other items in the room.
If
you would like to donate funds toward the upkeep of the room,
or to the Hospice Room Fund which will help families pay for
costs not covered by insurance, please contact Brattleboro Area
Hospice at 802-257-0775.
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November 2002 report Means to a Better End: A Report on Dying
in America Today
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