Palliative Care
Palliative care, derived from the Latin pallium meaning “cloak,” offers comfort and support to individuals with serious illnesses.
It provides relief at any age or stage of life – limiting illness and can be delivered alongside cancer treatment.
Our Approach at Care Visits Ltd.
At Care Visits Ltd., we offer a “Comfort Cloak” — a holistic approach to wellness that supports:
- Physical well-being
- Emotional health
- Social connection
- Spiritual care
- Intellectual engagement
Our goal is to improve the quality of life for both our clients and their families.
How to Access Palliative Care
You can access palliative care through:
- AHS Client Directed Home Care Invoicing Program
- Private care options
To learn more, contact:
Leslie Cleary
Founder/Owner and Care Champion
Care Visits Ltd.
📞 780-904-2833
Our Promise
We provide compassionate care, bring comfort, and help your loved one find their joy —
NO EXCEPTIONS!
Resources
Explore helpful information from the Canadian Hospice and Palliative Care Association.
What Is Palliative Care?
Palliative care improves quality of life and reduces suffering for people living with a life-limiting illness.
What Does “Quality of Life” Mean?
Quality of life is defined by you. It includes:
- Your comfort
- The experiences that matter to you
- Your ability to enjoy those experiences
What Is a Life-Limiting Illness?
Life-limiting illnesses are serious conditions that:
- May shorten your life
- Can lead to death
- Significantly impact your health and well-being
Palliative Care Is Whole-Person Care
Your illness affects many parts of your life. Palliative care supports you with:
- Physical needs: pain and symptom management
- Emotional and mental health
- Spiritual well-being
- Practical support for daily living
Support for Your Loved Ones
Palliative care also helps:
- Those who care for you during your illness
- Those who care about you
- Your loved ones coping with grief, if your illness leads to death
Palliative Care Is About You
This care is guided by:
- Your goals
- Your values
- What matters most to you and your loved ones
More Than a Type of Health Care
Palliative care is an approach to caring for people who are suffering due to illness. It can be provided at any stage of a serious illness.
When Should I Think About Palliative Care?
Palliative care is whole-person care for any stage of illness. It helps you live as well as possible throughout your illness. The earlier you receive palliative care, the more it can help.
What Is Whole-Person Care?
Whole-person care supports every part of you:
- Body
- Mind
- Emotions
- Spirit
Is It Too Early for Palliative Care?
If you’re struggling with the effects of your illness, palliative care might be right for you.
- It is not based on the stage of your illness or a specific prognosis.
- Some people benefit from palliative care as soon as they are diagnosed.
- You can receive palliative care alongside other treatments.
Prognosis: A medical prediction about how your illness may change over time.
When Is Palliative Care Especially Helpful?
Palliative care is particularly valuable in the last year or months of life.
End-of-life care is a type of palliative care focused on this time. It often supports people who have stopped treatments aimed at curing their illness.
Ask Yourself:
If you have a life-limiting illness—a serious condition that may shorten your life and impact your well-being—consider these questions:
- Do you need help managing your symptoms?
- Are you struggling with treatment side effects?
- Is your illness making it hard to enjoy important parts of your life?
- Do you want your care to focus on comfort?
- Are you unsure what to expect if your illness gets worse?
- Do you need emotional or spiritual support to cope with changes in your life?
If you answered yes to 3 or more, talk to your health care provider about how palliative care could help you.