Hospice Care General Information

hospice and palliative care

Hospice vs. Palliative Care: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to managing a chronic illness and the symptoms associated with it, determining the best care plan can be difficult. What’s going to provide the most relief and let you live life to the fullest?  In many cases, patients decide between two care options: hospice vs. palliative care. Below, we’ve compared and contrasted …

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chronic illness caregiving

Caring for Someone with Chronic Illness: Tips for Caregivers and Family Members

Chronic illnesses and conditions can be immensely difficult for both patients and their caregivers to manage — especially as symptoms progress. And when the hospitals and doctors say there’s not much more they can do for your loved one, you may feel stuck and wonder where you can turn.  If you’re a caregiver struggling to understand …

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medicare coverage

Does Medicare Cover Hospice Care?

When considering hospice care for a loved one, cost is a common concern for many families. The good news is that most hospice care is covered by Medicare or Medicaid. Let’s take a second to clarify details regarding how much hospice care costs, what’s covered by Medicare/Medicaid, and what isn’t.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXTmNdUW5-c How Much Does Hospice …

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hospice and end of life care

What’s the Difference Between Hospice and End-of-Life Care?

It can be easy to confuse hospice care with end-of-life care, but it’s important to know that they aren’t the same. In fact, knowing the distinctions between them can result in a better quality of life for your loved one with a chronic condition. Let’s discuss the differences between hospice and end-of-life care, so you …

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