Lung Care Services in NC
Advanced Lung Care Services
Managed by a clinical team and supported by physicians skilled in respiratory medicine, the care we provide is designed to treat the advancing stages of Lung Disease in whatever setting you call home in North Carolina.
A specially trained nurse visits you regularly to help you feel more at ease in your daily life. If you or your family requires additional support, we can help arrange it.
To learn more about our lung care services, call 828.466.0466 or contact us online.
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How We Help:
- Care coordination
- Symptom management
- At-home medical visits
- Caregiver education
- Emotional and spiritual guidance
What Makes Our Lung Care So Special?
When you need Lung support home care, our clinical team coordinates it with your personal physician.
If you are making frequent visits to the emergency room, we can help reduce or eliminate them.
If you need assistance managing symptoms at home, we respond.
If your caregiver needs information to help care for you, we provide the training.
If you feel uncertain, we supply educational materials tailored to your needs.
If you experience pain or discomfort, we arrange for medications to ease symptoms.
If your caregiver could use a break, we offer respite care for short-term relief.
If you seek support for quality of life issues, we give you guidance.
Learn helpful and valuable information about:
Breathing techniques
Nutrition and diet tips to support good health
Medications that can ease symptoms
Your comfort and safety at home
Kristen Peeler, MSN, RN
Advanced Lung Care Program Coordinator
With over 22 years of experience in the Nursing and Medical fields, Kristen has a passion for end-of-life hospice care and comforting those who suffer with lung diseases. Kristen received her education at Gardner-Webb University and UNC Charlotte, and she holds her master’s degree in nursing education. She has also specialized in specific treatments for hospice patients for over 10 years. Her background includes geriatric and
critical care, educating multiple disciplines, and assisting patients and families who are navigating end-of-life.
Why Choose Carolina Caring?
For more than 40 years, patients have trusted us to provide compassionate, comprehensive care.
When facing lung health challenges, choose Carolina Caring for compassionate, expert care rooted in over four decades of community service. Since 1979, Carolina Caring was established by dedicated volunteers committed to providing better, more accessible care for their community, and we have grown into a trusted regional resource delivering cutting-edge hospice care, comprehensive medical support, and loving guidance when patients and families need it most. Our specialized lung care services combine advanced medical expertise with the personalized attention that has defined our mission for generations, ensuring every patient receives world-class treatment tailored to their unique needs.
Call 828.466.0466 and request a visit. We can help by calling your physician and billing Medicare, Medicaid, and/or your commercial insurance carrier.
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If you are a current patient or caregiver with Carolina Caring and need to speak to someone about your care, please call our main line at 828.466.0466. For all other inquires please complete this contact form.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Carolina Caring's COPD care program different from other providers?
Carolina Caring’s COPD care program is managed by a clinical team with extensive experience in respiratory medicine and supported by physicians skilled in lung disease management. Our specially trained nurses visit you regularly at home to help reduce or eliminate frequent emergency room visits while coordinating care with your personal physician.
Do I need a referral from my doctor to start lung care services with Carolina Caring?
No referral is necessary to begin receiving Carolina Caring’s lung care services. You can call 828.466.0466 directly to request a visit, and our team will help coordinate with your physician and handle billing with Medicare, Medicaid, and/or your commercial insurance carrier. Our clinical team works closely with your existing healthcare providers to ensure seamless, comprehensive care that complements your current treatment plan.
Can Carolina Caring provide lung care services in my home, or do I need to visit a clinic?
Carolina Caring specializes in bringing expert lung care directly to your home, recognizing that familiar surroundings provide comfort and convenience for patients with serious respiratory conditions. Our House Calls program is specifically designed to break down barriers to healthcare access, making it easier for patients with mobility challenges or chronic lung conditions to receive regular, high-quality medical care without the stress of traveling to appointments.
What types of support does Carolina Caring offer beyond medical treatment for lung conditions?
We provide a spectrum of services, including care coordination, at-home medical visits, symptom management, respite care and more.
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