Sovereign Hospice: Helping Dallas-Fort Worth Families Cope with Liver Disease

Aubrey, TX–Sovereign Hospice, a woman-led hospice care provider serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, offers specialized liver disease support programs. The organization also provides targeted hospice home care services and palliative care programs designed specifically for patients facing hepatitis and other advanced liver conditions throughout North Texas.

With over 4.5 million Americans affected by liver disease annually, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the need for specialized care has never been greater. Hepatitis B and C account for the majority of chronic liver conditions, affecting approximately 1.2 million and 2.4 million Americans, respectively. These blood-borne viruses represent the most common causes of chronic liver disease and liver transplants in the United States.

Hospice Care Versus Palliative Care for Liver Disease

Many families struggle to understand hospice vs palliative care when caring for loved ones with liver disease. Sovereign Hospice addresses this confusion by providing clear education about both approaches and helping families make ideal decisions.

Palliative Care Approach

Palliative care can begin at any stage of liver disease, even while patients continue pursuing curative treatments like hepatitis C medications or liver transplant evaluation. This approach focuses on managing symptoms and improving quality of life while working alongside hepatologists and other medical professionals.

Hospice Care Focus

Hospice care provides comfort-focused treatment for patients with terminal diagnoses and life expectancies of six months or less. The services hospice offers concentrate entirely on comfort and quality of life rather than attempting to cure the underlying liver disease.

Making the Right Decision

The decision between palliative versus hospice care depends on several key factors:

• Current liver function and disease progression

• Response to medical treatments and therapies

• Transplant candidacy and eligibility

• Personal preferences and family goals

• Quality of life considerations
  
  

Liver disease patients often benefit from starting with palliative care earlier in their illness, potentially receiving support for years while continuing medical treatments. Sovereign Hospice supports families through transitions between different levels of care as liver disease progresses.

Advanced Liver Disease Symptom Management

Liver disease progression creates complex challenges that require specialized medical attention. Patients frequently develop complications such as portal hypertension, hepatic encephalopathy, and ascites that severely impact daily functioning and comfort levels. Common symptoms include continued weakness and exhaustion, abdominal pain and swelling, appetite loss and nausea, fluid retention, memory issues, and jaundice.

Sovereign Hospice's liver disease program addresses these symptoms through targeted interventions. The organization's medical staff carefully selects medications safe for patients with liver impairment, manages fluid balance complications, provides specialized anti-nausea medications, and helps develop energy conservation strategies for daily activities.

Hepatitis-Related Complications and Treatment Support

Hepatitis B and C infections create unique consequences that require particular palliative care strategies. Patients receiving direct-acting antiviral treatment for hepatitis C may experience side effects such as mood changes, headaches, and fatigue. The hospice at home service supports care-focused therapy while helping manage these treatment-related symptoms.

For patients with hepatitis B receiving long-term antiviral therapy, Sovereign Hospice works with hepatologists to maximize symptom management while preserving viral suppression. The organization's approach allows patients to continue their medical treatments while receiving additional support for comfort and quality of life.

Family Support and Caregiver Education

Liver disease affects entire families, requiring education and support for caregivers and loved ones. Family members often struggle with understanding the disease process and knowing how to provide appropriate support. Sovereign Hospice provides education about liver disease progression, symptom management, and care planning.

The organization's social workers help families address practical concerns such as financial planning, advance directives, and communication with healthcare teams. Caregiver support includes respite care, caregiver education, and emotional support to help families manage their responsibilities effectively.

Service Area and Accessibility

Sovereign Hospice serves all communities within a 50-mile radius of their Aubrey location, providing hospice home care services throughout North Texas. The organization's service area business model allows it to develop strong relationships with local hepatologists, hospitals, and specialty clinics.

The liver disease program includes 24-hour nursing availability, specialized symptom management protocols, coordination with hepatology teams, family education and support, and advance care planning assistance. Both palliative care and hospice care can be provided in patients' homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes, depending on individual needs and preferences.

Getting Started with Liver Disease Care

Beginning palliative care or hospice care starts with a conversation about goals and preferences. Sovereign Hospice provides consultations to help patients and families understand available options and make appropriate decisions about their care. The organization accepts all major insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance.

Patients and families in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex can contact Sovereign Hospice at (214) 718-9353 or info@sovereignhospice.com to learn more about liver disease care services, initiate care, or request a transfer from another provider. The organization offers 24-hour phone support and can arrange home visits for consultations and evaluations, bringing compassionate care and clinical experience to liver disease patients throughout North Texas.

Contact Information:

Sovereign Hospice

1916 Steppe Trail Dr
Aubrey, TX 76227
United States

Baaba Sampson
(214) 718-9353
https://sovereignhospice.com