Carolina Caring Hospice and Palliative Medicine

Filling Each Day with Purpose in Gaston County

Our team is committed to providing compassionate support and guidance to help you make well-informed decisions about your care or the hospice and palliative care needs of a loved one in Gaston County, North Carolina. Whether you need information for yourself or someone you care about, we’re here to help—reach out to us today.
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About this location

Carolina Caring proudly serves families throughout Gaston County, bringing comprehensive hospice care and palliative medicine services to communities from Belmont to Mount Holly, and from Cramerton to Stanley. Our team of healthcare professionals provides personalized care across the region, meeting patients wherever they call home. For those seeking specialized support, our Gastonia Palliative Care Clinic offers advanced care options for patients managing chronic conditions who may be at risk of hospitalization. We understand that each family’s journey is unique, which is why we focus on creating care plans that protect dignity while enhancing quality of life in familiar surroundings. Whether you require hospice care for end-of-life support or palliative medicine to manage symptoms and enhance daily living, our dedicated team is here to guide and assist you every step of the way.

Services Offered

Palliative Medicine

Carolina Caring's palliative medicine is a program of care designed to support you as a person. If you are dealing with a serious illness that limits your daily activities and would like assistance and guidance on making life easier, palliative medicine can help.

House Calls

Healthcare providers are more accessible than ever with Carolina Caring’s new home care service. The program is designed to serve patients who face barriers to accessing routine medical care, including disabilities, chronic illnesses, mobility problems and more.

Hospice

Hospice care is intended to enhance quality of life for people who are facing the last months of their lives. It seeks to offer comfort and support so that individuals diagnosed with a serious illness can achieve peace of mind in the ways that matter most to them. When at all possible, care is provided at the person’s home or wherever he or she is most comfortable.

Cardinal Kids

Cardinal Kids is a community-based health care program dedicated to helping children and their families face the challenges of pediatric palliative care. Our top priority is to ensure an appropriate level of comfort based on a plan of expert, individualized health care.

Carolina Caring Providers

Carolina Caring team member
Vida Owusu
NP-C
Earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Nursing from Winston-Salem State University.
Carolina Caring team member
Megan Frasure
AGNP-C
Graduated from East Carolina University and received a Masters degree from Duke University.
Carolina Caring team member
Kelly Stockton-Drum
NP-C
Graduated from Gardner-Webb University and received a Masters degree from University of North Carolina - Greensboro.
Carolina Caring team member
Kayla Overstreet
MSN, APRN, CPNP
Graduated from Jacksonville State University and received a Masters degree from University of Alabama.
Carolina Caring team member
Brittany Tidd
MSN, APRN, CPNP
Graduated from Western Carolina University and received a Masters degree from Duke University.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I learn more about the Advanced Cardiac Care Program?

    How do I learn more about the Advanced Cardiac Care Program?
    For more information, you can contact Carolina Caring directly through their website or by calling their dedicated program number. They can provide additional details and answer any questions you may have.
  • How does advanced care planning support family members and caregivers?


    How does advanced care planning support family members and caregivers?

    Advanced care planning offers education, counseling, and support services for family members and caregivers to help them manage the challenges of terminal illness care of a loved one.
  • What is the Cardinal Kids Program?

    What is the Cardinal Kids Program?
    The Cardinal Kids Program, created by Carolina Caring, is designed to support children from birth through young adulthood who are facing serious illnesses. The pediatric palliative care program aims to help families navigate the challenges of life-limiting conditions, focusing on improving the quality of life for both the child and their family as they manage symptoms and stress.
  • What Are the Symptoms of COPD?

    What Are the Symptoms of COPD?
    COPD symptoms often develop gradually and include shortness of breath, frequent coughing (with or without mucus), wheezing, chest tightness, and unusual tiredness. If you notice these symptoms, it’s important to talk to your doctor.
  • Will My Insurance Cover Palliative Care?

    Will My Insurance Cover Palliative Care?
    Most private insurance plans, as well as Medicare and Medicaid, typically cover palliative medicine services. Veterans may also receive palliative care through the Department of Veterans Affairs. If you have concerns about the costs, a social worker, care manager, or financial advisor at your hospital or clinic can assist you.