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A hospice is a compassionate form of care that is specifically designed to provide comfort, support, and dignity to patients who are in the end stages of a life-limiting illness. It operates under a philosophy that every individual deserves to live their final days in the utmost comfort, with a focus on quality of life. The care provided is comprehensive and tailored to the needs of each individual, covering not just their physical needs, but also their emotional, social, and spiritual needs.
Hospice care is delivered through a multidisciplinary team of professionals who collaborate to create a comprehensive plan of care that is tailored to the unique needs of each patient. This team typically includes:
Together, the team works to manage the patient's symptoms, alleviate their pain, and provide emotional and psychological support. Most hospices also offer support to the patient's family, providing counseling and bereavement services to help them navigate through this challenging time.
Hospice care is typically for patients who are facing a life-limiting illness, where the focus has shifted from curing the illness to providing comfort and palliative care. This often comes into consideration when a physician determines that a patient has approximately six months or less to live if the illness follows its expected course. However, each individual's situation is different, and eligibility for hospice care is determined based on the patient's unique circumstances and medical condition.
Hospice services are comprehensive and designed to meet the diverse needs of patients and their families, and can often include:
Most hospice care services are covered under Medicare, Medicaid, and many private insurance plans under a benefit known as the "hospice benefit," which usually covers all aspects of hospice care with little out-of-pocket costs to the patient or their family. Additionally, many hospices offer care based on a patient's ability to pay, so financial constraints should not be a barrier to receiving quality end-of-life care.
Choosing the right hospice involves considering a variety of factors including but not limited to:
Finding a hospice that meets your specific needs can be a challenging process, but we’ve simplified the process at HospiceMatch by creating a comprehensive directory you can filter based on your preferences. First, select your state, and filter through hospices that service your area.
Yes, hospice care can be provided wherever the patient calls home. This can be their own home, a family member's home, a nursing home, or a residential hospice facility. The goal is to provide care in a setting where the patient feels most comfortable and at peace.
Absolutely, family members are not only allowed but are encouraged to visit their loved ones in hospice care. Hospices understand the importance of family during this critical time. If hospice care is being provided at a private residence, visiting is completely at the discretion of the family. If hospice care is being provided at an inpatient hospice center or another facility, it's best to check with the specific facility for their visiting policies. You can check HospiceMatch for more detailed information regarding visiting hours for the hospice you are evaluating.
Hospices offer a range of support services to families, which can include counseling to help cope with the emotional challenges they're facing, respite care to give family caregivers a much-needed break, and bereavement support to help family members cope with grief after their loved one's passing. Details about these support services are provided on HospiceMatch, making it easier for you to find a hospice that provides the family support services you need.
You can find hospices that service your area using the county list below:
