Is it time to consider hospice?
Changes in symptoms, strength, daily activities, hospital visits, and care goals can be reasons to ask for more information. An individualized clinical assessment determines eligibility.
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Clear guidance for tender moments.
You do not have to wait for a crisis. Learning about hospice does not commit you to enrolling. An early conversation can help your family understand its options, prepare questions, and decide what matters most.
Preparing for a hospice conversation
Write down your questions, care priorities, symptoms, concerns, and the patient’s wishes before speaking with a care professional.
Questions to ask a hospice provider
Ask about the care team, after-hours support, visits, medications, equipment, supplies, caregiver education, coverage, and how the plan is personalized.
Caring for someone at home
Caregivers may need practical instruction, rest, emotional support, and a clear understanding of when to call the hospice team.
Understanding pain and symptom support
The hospice team assesses symptoms and develops individualized strategies focused on comfort and quality of life.
Emotional and spiritual care
Optional support can honor the patient’s beliefs, relationships, values, sources of meaning, and preferences.
Supporting children and other family members
Use clear, age-appropriate communication, welcome questions, maintain routines when possible, and seek support when needed.
Grief and bereavement
Grief is personal. Information and compassionate support may help loved ones before and after a death.
Information on this website is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional.
Help is one conversation away.
No pressure. No obligation. Just clear answers from a compassionate hospice professional.