Salus Homecare Announces New Joint Commission Accredited Hospice Program

IRVINE, Calif., May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- In their ongoing effort to improve quality of life for residents of Orange County and the greater Los Angeles and San Diego areas, Salus Homecare is proud to announce the addition of Salus Hospice, a nationally accredited program that benefits patients and their loved ones facing the end stage of life.

Salus Hospice will provide the services of skilled nurses, chaplains, therapists, counselors, medical social workers and volunteers to help patients to make the most out of their final days, weeks and months of life. While receiving these valuable services, patients remain in the comfort of home, free from pain and surrounded by the people and things that they love the most. These services in no way hasten or postpone death; rather, they lend essential support and care that benefits the entire family throughout the dying process.

Salus Hospice is appropriate for anyone who has a physician's certification stating their condition is terminal and life expectancy is 6 months or less, should the disease run its usual course. Palliative care is also offered for individuals with a serious chronic condition and can be provided at any time during the illness regardless of whether the condition is potentially curable or life-threatening.

Debbie Robson, Vice President of Salus Hospice states, "We are a mission driven organization that cares for patients and their loved ones in a way that honors each individual and respects their uniqueness. Simply stated, we do everything possible to make this time in our clients' lives an opportunity for growth." Robson's 25+ years experience in healthcare combined with her leadership and expertise in homecare and hospice are especially valuable in setting Salus Hospice apart from the competition. "Debbie is a proven talent," said Mark Mortensen, Chief Executive Officer of Salus Healthcare. "She is passionate about creating an organizational culture that inspires all within the organization to deliver quality and excellence across the continuum of home healthcare."

As with Salus Homecare and Salus Home Health, Salus Hospice is nationally recognized and accredited by the Joint Commission. Salus is one of only a few agencies to have earned this recognition resulting from their strict compliance to quality, safety and health care standards set forth by this prestigious organization. The Joint Commission accreditation helps to ensure that patients and their families will always receive the highest level of care from qualified, trusted professionals. It provides individuals with a sense of comfort during this difficult time in life and is often a deciding factor when choosing an Orange County agency to provide hospice care. 

For more information about Salus Hospice, contact Debbie Robson at 949-390-7370 or [email protected] or dial 888-725-8742 anytime to schedule a free, no obligation consultation.

SOURCE Salus Homecare