Does Hospice do anything to make death come sooner?
Hospice does nothing either to hasten or delay the dying process. Just as doctors and midwives lend support and expertise during childbirth, so hospice provides its presence and specialized knowledge during the dying process. • Is HospiceCare affiliated with any religious organization or other institution? HospiceCare is not affiliated with any particular religion. Its staff helps facilitate the patient’s own belief system and does not promote one philosophy over another. The agency is independent of all other hospices and hospitals. It is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors made up of community members. • Is hospice care covered by insurance? Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurances provide hospice coverage. • If the patient is not covered by any insurance, will hospice still provide care? HospiceCare will provide services to anyone who meets admission criteria, regardless of their ability to pay. The agency receives funds through community donations to offset the cost o
Hospices do nothing either to speed up or to unduly prolong the dying process. Just as doctors and midwives lend support and expertise during the time of child birth, so hospice provides compassionate support through its presence and specialized knowledge during this particularly difficult time. Hospice services are designed to bring comfort, to control pain and other symptoms, and to address the emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and his or her loved ones.
