What is hospice care?
Hospice care is a holistic and compassionate approach to the end-of-life with the emphasis on caring, not curing. It involves symptom management, emotional and spiritual support. Care is tailored to the resident's needs and wishes, while providing support for family members and loved ones in the process.Today, many senior care communities offer the option of hospice care services. Often, the community will contract with preferred outside professionals. Hospice care services can include:
- Resident and family member education and counseling
- On-site, professional care teams
- Medical supplies, equipment, medication and therapies
- Bereavement counseling
- Support groups
