Hospice care provides a number of benefits for patients and their families, including pain management, emotional support, spiritual care, and counseling. Hospice care can also help patients and their families prepare for the end-of-life process and provide a sense of closure and peace.
If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with a terminal illness and has a life expectancy of six months or less, hospice care may be a good option. Hospice care can provide comfort, support, and pain management during the end-of-life process. It is important to talk to your doctor and hospice team to determine if hospice care is the right choice for you or your loved one.
Hospice care providers are typically trained and licensed healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers. Hospice care providers have specialized training in end-of-life care and work together to provide comprehensive care to patients and their families.
Hospice care is specialized, compassionate support for patients with a life-limiting illness. It focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life—rather than curing the disease.training in end-of-life care and work together to provide comprehensive care to patients and their families.
Patients diagnosed with a serious illness and a life expectancy of six months or less (if the disease follows its normal course) may qualify. A physician must certify eligibility.
Hospice care is usually provided in the patient’s home, but it can also be delivered in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or inpatient hospice centers.
No. Hospice care does not mean giving up hope—it means shifting the focus to comfort, dignity, and meaningful moments. Many families find hospice helps them make the most of their time together.
Our interdisciplinary team includes doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, hospice aides, volunteers, and therapists. Together, we provide medical, emotional, and spiritual support.together.
Hospice covers pain and symptom management, medications, medical equipment, nursing visits, counseling, therapy services, spiritual care, and bereavement support for families.
Hospice care is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans. Coverage typically includes medications, equipment, and supplies related to the hospice diagnosis.together.
Yes. Patients may keep their primary physician, who can work closely with the hospice team to guide care.
Care can usually begin within 24 hours of referral. Our team responds quickly to ensure patients and families receive timely support.
We offer bereavement support for up to 13 months following a patient’s death, including counseling, support groups, and memorial services.
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