Palliative Care Centre
The global demand for palliative care is rising due to the increasing number of patients with chronic and terminal illnesses. In India, approximately 2% of pa-tients fall within the scope of palliative care. Kerala was the first state in India to implement a 'Pain and Palliative Policy' in 2008. Following this initiative, the Kerala State Homoeopathy Department launched the Pain & Palliative Project in 2016-2017, based on various government directives and circulars.
Need for Palliative Care
The increasing prevalence of chronic, incurable diseases such as cancer, de-generative conditions, and age-related illnesses has highlighted the necessity of comprehensive palliative care services. The project aims to reduce the suffering of patients and their families, addressing physical, mental, and social challenges effectively.
Provide effective, side-effect-free, and cost-efficient health care through homoeopathy.
- Offer relief from pain and other physical discomforts for patients with chronic diseases.
- Enhance and maintain the quality of life for patients and their families.
- Establish advanced care units in hospitals with local government support.
- Integrate efforts with volunteer organizations and other departments to con-duct awareness programs.
- Coordinate geriatric and palliative care services.
- Facilitate home visits and medical care for bedridden patients.
- Upgrade selected palliative care centres as training hubs.
Implementation Approach
The palliative care program operates through two levels:
- Primary Palliative Care:
Home visits are conducted through Primary Palliative Care Centres operating in Dispensary /APHC
- Secondary Palliative Care:
OP (one day in a week), inpatient treatment (IP) and home visits services are provided in secondary centers operating in district hospitals.
Services Offered
- Outpatient consultations
- Inpatient care with specialized wards
- Home-based services
- Counselling and psychological support
- Physiotherapy and rehabilitation
- Distribution of medical supplies with local government support
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