Kapiolani Medical Center Palliative Care Services

Our social workers offer psychosocial and emotional support and assistance with practical needs. they also facilitate discussions surrounding values, goals and preferences set by the patient and family over time.

Our chaplains provide spiritual support to you and your family members. they can also provide you with spiritual services that respect and honor your cultural beliefs and rituals.

Together with your primary medical team, the Palliative Care Service can assist in family/team meetings and offer guidance and support with difficult treatment decisions and goal setting.

The Palliative Care Team will make a comprehensive assessment and plan for managing the physical, psychological, social and/or spiritual needs of patients and their families. The goal is to improve quality of life for patients and their families. Palliative care is appropriate at any point in your illness.