Compassionate Care: Navigating Alzheimer's, Chronic Illness, and End-of-Life Decisions with Expert Support

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, finding the right medical support can make all the difference for patients and their families. Whether confronting the complexities of Alzheimer's and dementia, managing chronic diseases, or navigating end-of-life decisions, personalized care is essential. This post highlights some of the medical services Amy Shaw, PA, provides to patients living in Wyoming. Amy is a dedicated healthcare professional who offers a comprehensive range of services designed to address these challenging scenarios with compassion and expertise.

From clinical diagnosis and care planning to home-based palliative support and advanced care conversations, Amy is committed to providing an extra layer of support for those in need. Her approach not only focuses on the medical aspects but also prioritizes the emotional and logistical challenges families face. Explore how Amy’s specialized services can empower you and your loved ones to navigate these difficult times with confidence and reassurance. Read on to discover the valuable resources available to you and how to access them.

An Extra Layer of Support for Patients in Wyoming:

• Alzheimer's and Dementia care. Amy can manage all aspects of Alzheimer's and dementia care, including clinical diagnosis, assessment, treatment of psychiatric symptoms (including prescribing medications), goals of care planning, the start of respite care, and assistance with transfers to a care facility. Patients who have not formally been diagnosed by neurology can be referred by Amy for biologic investigation and diagnosis confirmation and discussion of treatment options, including the new infusion therapies offered to treat Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI). Amy can support patients and families at home by ordering Home Health Care (physical, occupational, and speech therapy), referring to and coordinating with other specialists, and ordering labs at home (e.g., urinalysis) to help families avoid clinic visits and trips to the ER.

• Chronic disease management and care coordination. Amy can collaborate with specialists in the community to support patients with heart disease, lung disease, cancer, dementia, and age-related decline to help prevent hospitalizations or navigate treatment decisions. If a loved one is hospitalized, Amy can assist by contacting the ER and hospital providers to advocate for your loved one during normal business hours.

• Home-based palliative care. Available for patients who are not yet ready to enroll in hospice care but do not want to return to the ER or hospital.

• Hospice care supplemental support. Available for patients enrolled with a hospice care agency. Amy can provide supplemental in-home provider-level visits to support the patient's family. Available on a private pay basis only. This service is not covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or health insurance plans, as Amy is not affiliated with hospice care agencies.

• Goals of care conversations. Amy wrote the textbook on having compassionate, collaborative conversations with patients and families (to be published soon by Springer). If your family struggles with difficult conversations about healthcare decisions, allow Amy to help. Amy's compassionate approach is unmatched.

• Advanced care planning, Living Will, DNR, POLST. Amy can help with medical planning for the future. These conversations can be difficult to have, and the medical community often ignores this necessary but important aspect of patient care.

• Transitions of care. Amy can help with the sometimes challenging transitions to or from the hospital, ER, rehab, care facility, or hospice. Amy can serve as your family's advocate to help ensure the transition goes smoothly.
  

Amy’s private medical care offer compassionate support and tailored solutions to meet your unique needs. With a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the complexities involved, Amy is dedicated to helping you and your loved ones find the best path forward.

Don't hesitate to take that first step toward a brighter, more informed future. Schedule your free consultation with Amy today and discover the valuable resources and guidance available to you. Together, we can create a supportive environment that enhances quality of life and fosters understanding during your journey. Reach out today – your peace of mind is just a conversation away!