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Hospice Care versus Home Health Care

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Those who elect Hospice care are no longer seeking curative treatment, and do not wish to go to endless appointments. Instead they choose to receive compassionate care in their own home. Whether home is a private residence, a long term facility, a personal care home etc, the Hospice team travels to the patient.

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Hospice for Dementia

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Because each patient experiences dementia symptoms somewhat uniquely, the timing of each stage is rather unpredictable to some point. In general, each stage progressively worsens ending in the need for total patient care. Extended family members can also benefit from the support of a dedicated hospice team.

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