11/15/2025
Palliative care provides support at any stage of a terminal diagnosis, covering advance care planning and treatments alongside curative options, with visits 1-2 times per month. Hospice care offers comprehensive 24/7 nursing, physician services, emotional support, medical equipment, and respite care. Both are paid by Medicare and insurance. Ideal for serious conditions affecting quality of life like dementia, cancer, Parkinson's, COPD, ALS, and others. Learn which care fits your needs and how to access these vital services.