Hospice Handbook

Medicare details and options. When a loved one is dealing with a serious illness that can no longer be cured, the focus of medical care often shifts. Instead of continuing treatments that might be difficult or unsuccessful, hospice care steps in to prioritize comfort, dignity, and quality of life. This model of care is intended for people who likely have six months or less to live, as determined by a doctor. It is not just for the very final moments of life. In fact, starting hospice weeks or...