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Enso House services embrace the full range of palliative care,
not acute medical care. Residents maintain their primary physician
and receive the interdisciplinary support of Home Health and Hospice
of Whidbey General Hospital. Registered nurses, licensed practical
nurses, physical and occupational therapists, social workers, and
chaplains are available on an on-call basis to assist with treatment
plans, medications, and specialized attention.
Skilled caregivers are present 24 hours a day seven days a week
to help residents with their daily needs. Certified nursing assistants
help with feeding, bathing, toileting, and moving about. Trained
volunteers provide assistance with feeding, socializing, housecleaning,
and grounds maintenance. Complementary and comfort-based therapies,
such as massage, Reiki, homeopathy, essential oils, yoga, art and music
therapy are offered on an individualized basis.
Selection Criteria
Those who come to live at Enso House for care have been diagnosed
with a terminal illness, and their physician has acknowledged that
hospice care is appropriate, and a "Do Not Resuscitate Order"
has been established.
Any person regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, or sexual
orientation who has the desire to make use of the resources offered at Enso
House
is eligible for admission, unless there is serious mental illness,
behavioral problems or special needs that cannot be met. Because of restrictions
of our
Adult Family Home license, Enso House is unable to accept children,
or individuals with a primary diagnosis of dementia or developmental delay.
We also offer respite care while caregivers or family members take a break.
Many people diagnosed with a terminal illness are unable to afford
24-hour care at home and have no choice but to be placed in a nursing
home or hospital. Because of the committed donation of time from
the monks at Tahoma Zen Monastery, Enso House is able to offer affordable
care in a heart-centered home.
Cost
The cost of basic care at Enso House is $145 per day. Private & government
insurance reimbursements are accepted. Cost of medications and
medical services are not
covered by Enso House. A fund has been established to
help defray the cost for those unable to pay full fees.
Additional Documents
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