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Navigating Hospice Care: A Holistic Guide to End-of-Life Support

Hospice of the North Coast

Hospice services, a specialized form of care tailored to individuals with terminal illnesses and their families, go beyond mere symptom management – they prioritize comfort and solace. What exactly does hospice care entail? Their aim is to elevate the quality of life.

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Why Choose Traditions Health?

Traditions Health

When the time comes to make profound decisions about end-of-life care for a loved one, every question becomes a quest for the exceptional. A personalized approach, an unwavering commitment to comfort and dignity, and a deep understanding of each patient’s unique needs are at the heart of the hospice services we provide.

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As Inpatient Hospice Doors Swing Open, Others Slam Shut Nationwide

Hospice News

Patient preferences are trending towards home-based hospice care, leaving some inpatient facilities between a rock and a hard place. Meanwhile, other hospices diversify and expand their inpatient service capabilities. Shifting care preferences are another driving force behind the closure, according to MercyOne.

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Hospice Care at Home

Three Oaks Hospice

A terminal illness diagnosis brings many challenges, but it doesn't have to mean leaving your home or being without the support of those you love. In-home hospice care helps you or your loved one remain in a familiar, comfortable environment during the final days, weeks, or months of life.

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What are the Four Levels of Hospice Care?

Sahara Hospice Care

Hospice care comes with many great assets for patients and family members. There is a lot to learn about hospice care and the features it brings to the table. Learn more about the four levels of hospice care and which one could benefit you! What are the four level of hospice care?

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UNC Health Southeastern Sells Home-Based Hospice Program to Lower Cape Fear LifeCare

Hospice News

In 2019, the most recent year for which county-specific data are available, 823 Robeson residents were admitted to a hospice. About 585 died while receiving hospice care that year. Statewide, more than 57,000 patients elected hospice in 2021, the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Sangre de Cristo Taps New CEO, YoloCares Names Palliative Care Director

Hospice News

YoloCares is among the nonprofit hospices that make up the California Hospice Network, joining the coalition last year. The network is designed to support providers’ ability to grow and sustain community-based hospice care and leverage their collective scale and resources in value-based payment programs.