Most people who have serious illnesses say they would prefer to die at home. But unfortunately, this is not the case… Most people die in hospitals. In fact, in one Dartmouth study, of the patients who wanted to die at home, more than half died in the hospital. Why? It’s often because people don’t understand […]
Did you know that 1 out of every 4 dying Americans is a veteran? For this reason, several hospices offer specialized programs for veterans through the We Honor Veterans program. This is an important facet of care geared toward those who have served our country. If you’re not sure if your local hospice offers it, […]
Has someone you love recently started hospice care? Has your doctor suggested hospice care for you due to a serious illness? Your mind is probably filled with questions. And perhaps a few misconceptions or common myths about hospice. Things like… Hospice is only for people who are giving up. People die faster in a hospice. […]
Healthcare can be very expensive. Those who are in hospice may need numerous medications for pain control, in addition to nursing care, and other services. When you or someone you love is considering hospice care, one of the first questions you may ask is, “How do I pay for hospice?” Is hospice covered by insurance? […]
Hospice kills people. People die faster in hospice. Hospice is only for those who have cancer. There’s a good chance you’ve heard someone say this. Or perhaps you’ve thought one of these statements might be, at least a little bit, true. They’re not. These are just a few of the top misconceptions about hospice care. […]
A devastating diagnosis of late-stage cancer or another life-threatening illness. Concern for someone you love. A sense of being overwhelmed and shaken to your very core. All of these are situations where you should learn more about the benefits of hospice care. You may be considering hospice care for yourself or someone you love. No […]
Many Americans don’t take advantage of palliative care services when they need it. And as a result, they often suffer needlessly. Some don’t know what palliative care is. Others think hospice care and palliative care are the same thing. But knowing the difference can help you get the most out of your care when you’re […]
Hospice care is about much more than helping the patient. In fact, thousands of families across the country may be unaware of the many benefits that hospice can offer them. Whether through grief counseling, helping with funeral arrangements, or by simply enabling the caregiver to have a break, hospice services care for the whole family. […]