06/08/2025
What is Hospice Care?
Hospice care is a specialized, compassionate approach focused on enhancing the quality of life for individuals with terminal illnesses. It supports both patients and their families, addressing not only medical needs but also emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
Hospice care is typically offered when a patient is no longer pursuing curative treatments and has a limited life expectancy, usually six months or less, as determined by a physician.
💛 Goals of Hospice Care
Comfort over cure: Focuses on relieving pain and symptoms rather than treating the illness.
Dignity and respect: Supports the patient’s choices and preferences for end-of-life care.
Holistic care: Meets the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of the patient and family.
Respite Care
Temporary relief for family caregivers
Short-term care is provided in a facility or at home, so caregivers can rest
