Definition of Hospice Care

Definition of Hospice Care Hospice care is a specialized form of healthcare designed to provide comfort, support, and dignity to individuals in the final stages of a terminal illness. The focus of hospice care is not on curing the illness but on enhancing the quality of life by managing symptoms, addressing physical discomfort, and offering...

Hospice Care for Cancer Patients

If you are given a diagnosis that indicates you have less than six months to live, you will typically be advised to seek hospice care. Hospice does not treat or cure your cancer, the aim instead is to help you get the most from the time you have left. In the event that your condition...

Hospice Interdisciplinary Team

In the hospice industry, interdisciplinary teams sometimes referred to as multidisciplinary team, serve a number of important functions. The purpose of hospice care is to deal with the physical and emotional concerns associated with dying, to provide pain and symptom management, to assist patients and their families in grieving for their lost loved one....

Hospice Care vs Home Health Care: What’s the Difference

Hospice vs Home Health Care: What's the Difference

There are a number of similarities between hospice and home health care, however they employ different approaches, each serving a different group of patients with distinctive needs and objectives. A hospice care program provides comfort to patients with a terminal illness when curative medical interventions are no longer working. Typically, home health care is...

Does Hospice Mean Death? Learn The Truth About Hospice

Hospice patient laughing with hospice nurse

The term hospice care refers to a type of healthcare service that assists patients with terminal illnesses in managing and treating their pain and symptoms. The key to hospice is providing comfort care to patients, which includes physical, emotional, and spiritual support. It has been established that hospice care is not intended to make...

5 Things to Say to Someone Who is Dying

Oftentimes, we do not know what to say to someone who is near the end of their life or who is terminally ill. To most of us, it is a extremely rare occurrence to encounter such a scenario and we are not experienced in this type of event. In some cases, this may lead...

What Can a Hospice Patient Eat or Drink

We associate food and liquids with life and love in our families, and eating can give us a feeling of warmth, euphoria, and comfort. As a result, we may become concerned when we see that the eating and drinking habits of an individual we love have changed. In the midst of watching our loved...

Can a Patient Get Better or Recover From Hospice Care

Do Hospice Patients Get Better or Recover

For people who are facing end-of-life situations, hospice care is an effective way of relieving the pain and discomfort associated with their illness. It is usually considered as terminal, when a disease has progressed to the point where doctors have given the patient a life expectancy of less than 6 months. The person who...

Final Days & Hours Before Death of a Hospice Patient

Final Days and Hours Before Death of a Hospice Patient

When a person is in the final hours of his or her life, there are signs and symptoms that may be able to tell us when they are dying. Being aware of what to expect can help family, friends, and caregivers prepare for the death of the hospice patient and make the experience less...

Can A Hospice Patient Go To The Emergency Room Or Hospital

Can a hospice patient go to hospital or emergency room

The goal of hospice care is to provide comprehensive medical and psychosocial support to patients and their families as they approach the end of their lives. The majority of research studies conducted in the United States have found that hospice programs have a positive impact on the quality of care given and the satisfaction...

Outpatient Hospice Care

Hospice Valley provides outpatient hospice care under a community-based model. The offices in which we operate do not provide treatment or services. We, on the other hand, visit our clients in the comfort of their homes otherwise known as outpatient hospice. With this type of service, the patient remains in familiar, comfortable surroundings, free...

Can I Refer Myself to Hospice Care

Could I refer myself to the hospice care program on my own? The short answer to that question is yes, you can self-refer yourself to hospice without going through somebody else. People often call our office to inquire about having hospice care provided for themselves, and this is not uncommon among hospice patients. Typically,...

What is Considered a Terminal Illness for Hospice Care

There is a term called terminal illness, also known as an end stage disease, which is defined as a disease or condition which cannot be cured or treated and in the future will likely result in death for the patient. As a general rule, terminal illness is a progressive disease, regardless of what treatment...

What Medications Are Given During Hospice Care

A list of essential medicines for palliative care was developed by the IAHPC which identified 21 of the most common symptoms of palliative care and 33 medications to treat them. A panel of palliative care experts prepared this list, based on two factors: efficacy and safety. The concept of essential medicines, and more specifically,...

Inpatient Hospice Care: How Does It Work

Hospice nurse assisting a hospice patient laying down

A nursing home or facility is normally the setting for general inpatient hospice care. There are many reasons why families prefer to have their loved one reside at an inpatient hospice rather than at home, such as religious or personal beliefs. The advantage of inpatient hospice care is that it is often less expensive...

Hospice Artificial Nutrition And Hydration

Hospice patient laying down receiving artificial nutrition and hydration

When someone is unable to consume nutrition or fluids on their own, they can consume it artificially with the help of a medical procedure. This procedure gives them the ability to consume nutrition and fluids as they are not able to do so on their own. People who, for whatever reason, cannot consume sufficient...

Which Is Better Palliative Care or Hospice Care

The difference between hospice care and palliative care is that hospice is for those who have a life expectancy less than six months, and it is not provided in conjunction with curative treatments. As an alternative, you can receive palliative care that can be provided along with curative treatment and can be received at...

Advantages and Disadvantages of Hospice Care

In order to make a decision as to what is the best option for your care at the end of life, it can be beneficial for you to compare the advantages and disadvantages of hospice care. Since every situation is unique in its own way, hospice care may be a good choice if what...

Is Hospice Good Or Bad

A person's death is an inevitable universal process that eventually occurs to all living organisms. As we will never live forever, what happens when we reach our final stages of life? At the end of life, people experience different kinds of pain, and they suffer from symptoms that affect their quality of life. Fortunately,...

What Happens When Chemo Doesn’t Work

Patient Sitting Down Receiving Chemotherapy

Eventually chemotherapy may reach a point where it no longer works and you do not see improvement in your condition. You are faced with a tough decision when you are in this situation. Does stopping chemo make sense? Are there any other treatment options available to you? We recommend that you speak with your...

Does Hospice Stay Overnight

The majority of the time, unless it is a emergency, hospice nurses do not stay overnight. It is one of the main goals of hospice care to minimize pain and symptoms while increasing comfort levels. Normally this is successfully achieved by the nurses visiting periodically on a weekly basis. Therefore, with the pain and...

Is Hospice Care Free

Hospice care is a critical service for individuals nearing the end of their lives, focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment. A common question that arises when considering hospice care is, "Is hospice care free in California?" The straightforward answer is that hospice care can be free for many individuals,...

How Do You Know When Someone Is Ready For Hospice

Several studies have been conducted that suggest the majority of doctors overestimate the life expectancy of their patients. This is not a good thing as patients will miss out on benefits which hospice provides early in a patient's condition. It is a good idea to ask your doctor for information before you need hospice...

Why Would a Doctor Recommend Hospice Care

Hospice Doctor Holding Hand of Hospice Patient

There are many of us who have had the same medical professional for a long time, and who would not change doctors for anybody else. In times of illness and trouble, they are the person we turn to and rely on when we are feeling unwell. To a certain extent, they have become an...

What to do if someone stops eating or drinking

Patient by Bed Stops Eating and Drinking

If you know someone who stops eating or drinking, the first thing you should do is make sure they visit their doctor to check if there are any underlying issues that might cause the change. Don't force the patient to eat or drink, as that can end up causing even more damage. Giving them...

Hospice Valley is Open Right Now Overnights & 24 Hours

Are you dealing with an emergency, a matter that is urgent, and you need to speak with a representative from hospice. We are available at all times. You do not need to wait for normal business hours to get in touch with us. As of now, our offices are open right now as you...

What Is Not Covered Under Hospice Care

Hospice Patient in Bed With a Nurse Assisting

There are so many benefits and services that hospice care provides to the patient and family that are very beneficial. You may be inundated with all the information that is provided to you, and find yourself at a loss as to what to do next. In my opinion, you are better off starting with...

Hospice Care for Dementia Patients

Dementia Alzheimer's Patient Next to Caregiver

It is reported that dementia patients who get hospice have a better pain control, are less likely to die in a hospital setting, and have families who are more satisfied with the care they receive. In hospice care, one of the main goals is to have pain and symptoms controlled as best as possible. We...

How Do You Set Up Hospice Care

Doctor on home visit trying to set up hospice care

As a hospice, our main role is to provide comfort and dignity to your loved one while creating a holistic environment for them. Hospice care is intended to improve the quality of life of its patients by controlling pain and symptoms. We provide services by a team of professionals which include a physician, nurses,...


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Founded	Sep 01, 2011; 12 years ago
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