Learn More About Hospice Care

Hospice, also known as comfort care, is for patients who have made the personal decision to no longer pursue curative treatment for an illness. Instead, they have decided to focus on the quality of life and time with family and friends. This section will help guide you through some of the common questions most families have about hospice care.


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Understanding Pediatric Hospice

Understanding Pediatric Hospice Can Be Confusing. We want to make it a bit easier by explaining what it is so you can understand what this kind of care includes and how it may benefit you and your ill child.

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Top 5 Myths About Hospice Care

Hospice care is for patients with a condition that gives them less than six months to live. Read the top 5 myths people have about the treatment option.

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The Difference Between Hospice and Palliative Care

We want the best for our loved ones. This is why knowing the difference between palliative and hospice care and understanding which meets your loved one’s preferences is useful. While there are many misconceptions, neither palliative nor hospice care necessarily prolongs life, nor do they hasten death. So, what is the difference between the two?

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Is Hospice Care Right for Your Loved One with Dementia?

La atención de hospicio es una excelente forma de asegurar que alguien con demencia avanzada reciba la atención reconfortante y especializada que necesita. Este artículo lo ayudará a comprender sus opciones de atención de hospicio. Nuestro objetivo es ofrecerle la ayuda que necesita mientras transita por esta próxima etapa en la atención de su ser querido.

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Does Medicare Cover Hospice Care?

Does Medicare cover hospice care? It seems like a straightforward question. Unfortunately, many family members discover that it’s challenging to find a simple answer when they start researching the Medicare benefits their loved ones are entitled to. We hope we can help.

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Must-Know Words and Phrases Related to End-of-Life Care

Navigating any stressful and significant situation requires effective communication and clear understanding. To help you better understand the various issues that may arise, both in a general and Jewish context, the list below explains the terms you are likely to encounter.

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