Wound, Ostomy, Continence Care

		The solution to a frequent need.
		Chronic non-healing wounds, ostomies and urinary or fecal incontinence debilitate more than 16 million Americans. Central Oregon Home Health and Hospice (COHHH) approaches the unique challenges in the healing process with our specialty program: Wound Ostomy Continence Care (WOC).                             Our skilled nurses and Board-Certified Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse (CWOCN) work together as a team to provide care in the homes of our patients with: draining wounds acute and/or chronic wounds fistulas pressure ulcers ostomies
		A Specialist for special issues.
Stephanie Barss     RN, CWOCN		To further our promise of providing quality patient-centered care, our on-staff CWOCN specializes in: Evaluating patient care plans for best outcomes. Treating complex care management issues. Making cost-effective recommendations.
		Studies demonstrate that the addition of a CWOCN accelerates wound healing with fewer complications.
		We don’t just treat the need. We treat the person.
		Along with the compassionate care of our patient’s physical needs, the COHHH staff helps to take care of the emotional needs associated with these conditions.
		Wound Care. This important service includes the treatment of pressure ulcers and other chronic or acute wounds that result from lower extremity arterial disease, venous disease, diabetes, fistulas, and surgical wounds.
		Ostomy Care.  An ostomy is a surgically created opening in the abdominal wall through which stool or urine is eliminated. An ostomy results in changes that are physically and psychosocially difficult for the patient to deal with. To help them, our CWOCN provides education to patients and families to support them in the process of coping with the stress resulting from their surgery.
		Continence Care. Urinary or fecal incontinence can be a devastating experience for any individual, robbing them of control, independence and dignity. With the collaborative efforts of our CWOCN and healthcare professionals, patients can take charge of their problem and stay in control. By working with your physician to determine the cause of incontinence, we can recommend medication and exercise that will help you. Our objective is to help each patient maintain their dignity and active lifestyle.
		For more information about our Wound, Ostomy, Continence Care call our main office at [541] 382-5882 or email us at info@cohhh.org To make a referral, click here .