Advantageous Yet Underutilized: Why Americans Miss Out on Palliative, Hospice Care
Despite multiple studies citing its advantages, two-thirds of patients in the US with serious illnesses don’t opt for palliative care, according to a 2018 study published in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management. Hospice care shares the same outlook, in that the majority of Americans who could benefit from it don’t take advantage of […]
Befriending the Earth and Its Benefits for Seniors in Hospice Care and Everywhere
Reminding humanity to apply diligent care to Earth — the only known planet in the universe confirmed to host life — has been celebrated every 22nd of April since 1970. In line with Earth Day’s vision to consider more sustainable and mutually beneficial activities for the planet and its dwellers, here are earth-friendly tips based […]
More Californians Prefer Hospice Care Over Aggressive Care
A 2012 paper reported that about 70% of Californians prefer natural death over all possible care to prolong their life should they become terminally ill. Seven years later, that figure remains roughly the same, according to the June 2020 California Health Care Almanac report. Despite the majority of Californians wishing for a peaceful passing away […]
How Patients Under Hospice Care Save on Healthcare Costs
Be it a subscription, product, or service, adding a new expense to an individual’s budget appears counterintuitive when it comes to savings. But as with worthwhile investments, studies prove that acquiring hospice care services actually poses economic advantages for patients and their families alike. Reduced spending on Medicare patients under hospice care One such study […]
Hospice Care Benefits Go Beyond Patient Relief
Though hospice care focuses on improving its patients’ quality of life, studies show that its benefits extend to their families’ as well. Hospice care is a form of palliative care that offers a variety of services designed to ease patients with six months or less to live. “It begins after treatment of the disease is […]
Embracing New Passions in Hospice Care
Passions give a different take on one’s life. After all, life is a journey filled with moments of discovery and personal growth. Even in hospice care or during life’s final chapters, embarking on a new hobby remains a possibility. Being in hospice should not stop you or your loved one from pursuing or starting what […]
