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Why Choose Luminis Health Gilchrist Lifecare Institute?Hospice is a unique philosophy of care centered around enhancing quality of life for people with a life-limiting illness, while also providing support to caregivers and loved ones. It can be provided in any setting, including a private home or residential care center. Luminis Health Gilchrist Lifecare Institute Hospice Care provides medical and nursing care, social work support, home health care, spiritual care and volunteer assistance.
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Hospice Care
Luminis Health Gilchrist Lifecare Institute Hospice Care ProgramHospice enhances the end of life by providing care that allows people to live their final days to the fullest, in peace and without pain, in the place that provides the most solace.Luminis Health Gilchrist Lifecare Institute Hospice Care provides comprehensive, coordinated and compassionate care to people with life-limiting illnesses—such as cancer or end-stage heart, lung, kidney or neurological disease—as well as their families. We care for individuals and families throughout Anne Arundel County and Prince George's County, Maryland. Our team of hospice professionals and volunteers provides support that addresses all needs—medical, emotional, social and spiritual. We serve people of all ages, focusing on helping them live life to the fullest.
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Hospice Care
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Genetic Counseling
We believe that the more you know about your risk factors for cancer, the better your chances for staying healthy. Genetic counseling can help you learn more about your inherited risk factors for cancer.What is Genetic Counseling?Genetic counseling helps you understand your chances of developing cancer based on your family history.Some cancers tend to run in families. In fact, there are more than 50 genes known to cause an inherited predisposition to cancer (called hereditary cancer syndromes). These syndromes can cause an increased risk to develop a variety of cancer types including breast cancer, ovarian cancer or colorectal cancer.Our genetic counselors can evaluate your risk of getting cancer after reviewing your family's medical history. If several close relatives were diagnosed with the same type of cancer, you may be at higher risk.After looking at your medical history, we sometimes recommend genetic testing. The results can give you a clearer picture of your cancer risks, and what preventive measures you can take.
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Genetic Counseling
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Support Services
We're the first to admit it — a cancer diagnosis can trigger a range of emotions. But the network of support services at Luminis Health can provide comfort and practical help for you and your loved ones.What Are Support Services?At Luminis Health, your oncology team gives you the very best treatment. From the moment you schedule your first appointment with us, we provide you with the most advanced therapies, the latest technology and the most skilled specialists.But it doesn't end there. Because there's more to you than cancer, and there's more to our care than medicine.We offer services from a wide range of professionals — from social workers to nutritionists to a spiritual care team. Our knowledgeable, caring professionals also guide you into the survivorship phase of care.
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Nutrition Services
Wouldn’t it be great if you had a nutrition plan tailored to your individual needs and goals? Our registered dietitians will give you just that through a one-on-one counseling session. With ongoing sessions, they’ll help you follow through with your plan.Whether or not you’re a patient, you can choose to meet with our dietitians for nutrition counseling. Although we don’t accept insurance, most flexible spending plans cover our services.For more specific nutrition needs, we also offer services through our Weight Loss and Metabolic Surgery Center, DeCesaris Cancer Institute and Diabetes Center.
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Flu Immunization
At Luminis Health, your health matters to us every season of the year. The best way to stay healthy during flu season is by getting vaccinated annually. Read our frequently asked questions to learn how to protect yourself and others against the flu. Seasonal influenza vaccines (flu shots) are now available. Our Luminis Health Primary Care offices have two vaccines available: One for ages six months to 64 years and one for persons 65 and up.
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