You will frequently hear the two phrases used together, but there are some important, distinct differences. While hospice care is for the last six months of life, palliative care can begin any time someone has been diagnosed with a serious illness, such as ALS, cancer or heart failure. It’s important to remember this when considering the […]
Hospice care begins when someone has six months or less to live. To qualify for hospice, the patient must not seek any treatment to cure their disease. But how long do they live? How Long Do Hospice Patients Live? It’s impossible to give an average or a number because there are simply too many variables. […]
Yes. And no. It’s one of the most common questions we hear: “Is Hospice for the Dying Only?” It’s an important question because it centers around what hospice is. While the initial answer may seem obvious, it does require a bit of explanation. Hospice Care Begins When Treatment Ends You see, hospice helps those with […]
You’ve probably heard about how hospice benefits patients and their families. We hope you have explored our site so you can gain a better understanding of what hospice is and dispel some misconceptions about hospice. But how does hospice work? And when to call hospice? We’ll take a look at these questions and let you […]
Hospice is compassionate care for those who have six months or less to live. Hospice does not concentrate on curing the patient’s disease. Instead, it focuses on making the patient comfortable, enabling them to have a better quality of life. What Does Hospice Care Mean? Are you new to hospice? Are you looking for more […]
There is one thing that we have heard consistently among those who have sought hospice care—they wish they had gotten it sooner. Sadly, many people wait far too late to call hospice—in some cases, they only receive hospice services for the last few weeks of life. Sometimes, it’s difficult to determine when to contact hospice. […]
Does Medicare Cover Hospice? While almost all insurance companies have some type of hospice benefit, did you realize that Medicare also covers hospice? We’ll take a closer look at these benefits, including where you can go for more information. Yes, There’s Medicare Coverage for Hospice Patients! You’ll be pleased to know that you or a […]
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. […]