Above and Beyond the Usual….

Complementary medicine is widely used for individuals receiving hospice services. These therapies are offered as adjuncts to the conventional health care directed towards pain and symptom management. Many hospices also offer “caregiver days” and extend these benefits to primary caregivers. 
Hospices routinely offer these adjunct therapies:

• Aromatherapy
• Art Therapy
• Massage Therapy
• Music Therapy
• Pet Therapy
• Therapeutic Touch
• Reflexology
• Reiki, a Japanese spiritual healing practice
• Imagery 

These complementary therapies are often very successful in providing relaxation, relieving emotional and physical pain, and promoting spiritual comfort. 

Some personal care homes, assisted living, rehab and long-term care facilities offer similar services.  In-home massage therapy is also offered by private providers.