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Palliative care provides relief from the symptoms and stress of serious illnesses at any stage of the disease, even during curative treatment. Hospice care, on the other hand, is for patients nearing the end of life, where the focus shifts entirely to comfort and quality of life.

Patients are eligible for hospice care if they have a life-limiting illness with a prognosis of six months or less, as determined by their physician. However, eligibility is also based on the patient’s desire to focus on comfort care rather than curative treatments.

Yes, hospice care is typically covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans. Palliative care may also be covered by insurance, depending on the policy and the stage of illness. Our team can assist you in understanding coverage options.

Yes, hospice care can be provided wherever the patient resides, whether that is at home, in a nursing facility, or in an assisted living center. Our team will visit the patient regularly and offer care and support to both the patient and family members.

Hospice care includes pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, personal care assistance, medication management, and bereavement counseling for families. Our care team works closely with patients and families to meet their unique needs.

Yes, if a patient’s condition improves or their prognosis changes, they may choose to be discharged from hospice care and resume curative treatments. If their condition worsens again, they can return to hospice care at any time.

To begin hospice or palliative care, speak with your physician or contact us directly. Our team will walk you through the process, answer any questions, and schedule an initial consultation to assess the needs of the patient and develop a personalized care plan.