What Is a Hospice?
Hospice is both a philosophy and a concept rather than a designated care facility. It is intended for individuals with terminal illnesses or when curative treatments are no longer viable.
- Hospice Care aims to improve the quality of life for both patients and their families.
- Hospice Care delivers palliative and comfort services to patients by employing the latest techniques for managing pain and symptoms.
- Hospice Care is available around the clock, providing support every day of the week.
- Hospice Care includes a team of professionals and volunteers who cater to the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of patients and their families.
Who Can Refer a Patient?
Any individual can make a referral for a patient to join a hospice program. For admission, a patient must:
- Consent to receive care focused on comfort instead of a cure.
- Have an incurable condition that leads to a limited life expectancy, as confirmed by a physician.
Where is Hospice Provided?
Hospice care is offered wherever the patient considers home. The majority of hospice patients receive care in their own residences or at a relative’s or friend’s home. Additionally, hospice services can be provided in long-term care facilities, nursing homes, or hospitals.
What Kinds of Illnesses?
Hospice offers care to all patients facing any end-stage condition.