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How Hospice Supports Families

1-800-HOSPICE

In 1984, there were only 31 Medicare-certified home hospice agencies. Additionally, Medicare pays 100% for home hospice with no copays or deductibles. Bereavement Services. Medicare-certified hospices also provide at least six months of bereavement support. Now, there are between four and five thousand.

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Hospice Care versus Home Health Care

Shining Light Hospice

Medicare hospice benefit covers the cost of medications related to the hospice diagnosis, durable medical equipment such as a wheelchair or hospital bed, and the medical, spiritual and social services that are provided. The CNA will assist with activities of daily living, light housekeeping, and transporting to errands or appointments.