6 Facts About Hospice Care

1. Hospice is not "giving up;" the focus is not on curing, but on caring and quality of life. Hospice gives patients the ability to take advantage of the gift of time so that they may spend their last moments as fully and comfortably as they can!
2. Hospice care is usually provided in the home or wherever the patient calls home.
3. Hospice cares for people with any kind of life-limiting illness.
4. Hospice is not limited to six months of care.
5. Hospice is fully covered by Medicare, Medicaid and most private health plans.
6. We are here 24/7 to help anyone whether you are a patient, caregiver or just wanting to speak to someone about quality end of life care--call us at 256.891.7724.