"I have learned hospice is more about quality of life than it is about death."
Family member of hospice patient
Navigating Hospice Emails
Hospice is a complex topic, and with so many myths out there, it can be difficult to know how to navigate it. Our free ebook Navigating Hospice: The Ultimate Guide for Families Considering Hospice Care can help you learn all you need to know when considering hospice care: eligibility, choosing a provider, unique types of care and so much more.
Hospice Resources
Hospice Compare – Visit the Hospice Compare page of the Medicare.gov website to find hospices in your area. You can see which are for profit vs. non-profit, types of treatment they specialize in, and their rankings vs. national averages. Choose multiple hospice providers and see how they compare.
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization – NHPCO is the leading organization for professionals in hospice and palliative care. Their website has great resources for families and caregivers to learn more about hospice and palliative care.
Book Recommendations
Click on a book cover to read its reviews and buy the book on Amazon, or remember these titles on your next visit to your local library!
When Breath Becomes Air
By Paul Kalanithi
On My Way Home: A Hospice Nurse’s Journey with Terminal Cancer
By Joyce Hutchison