Inpatient Supportive Care Program at
The Connecticut Hospice
Smilow Cancer Hospital is pleased to offer an Inpatient Supportive Care Program at The Connecticut Hospice’s 52-bed waterfront hospital in Branford. Eligible patients will have access to a restful, quiet, beautiful waterfront environment with 24/7 visiting hours and full time social work, chaplaincy, and arts services. This comprehensive, inter-professional partnership provides nonhospice services to Smilow Cancer Hospital patients at the Branford facility, including:
• Acute, expert-level symptom management of pain,
shortness of breath, and other distressing symptoms
• High staff to patient ratios, including one RN for every six patients
• A spectrum of medical services
• Holistic, quality-of-life oriented care in a peaceful waterfront setting – no patient is ever awakened at 5AM for blood tests or vital signs
• 24/7 visiting hours, including in-room boarding for family and friends
• Your family pet may be welcome to visit • Liberalized diets (including all beverages) • Full time social work, chaplaincy, and arts services • In-house medical marijuana protocol for pain management On site tours are offered to interested patients and their family, and liaisons are available to answer questions and review the services offered in detail.
Contact: (203) 315-7540 The Connecticut Hospice | 100 Double Beach Rd | Branford, CT 06405