Discover the Differences Between Palliative Care and Hospice

Many people have heard of hospice care but they mistakenly think that it’s just a way to help cancer patients be more comfortable at the end of their lives. Fewer people have heard of palliative care, and they may have no idea what it is. The truth is that hospice and palliative care are related but used for different reasons at different times, and everyone should be well-versed in what they offer. Here, we’ll clarify some points of confusion. View the slideshow on HealthCentral for added clarity about the differences between palliative care and hospice: MedicareFAQ – Medicare Resource Center Support a caregiver or jump-start discussion in support groups with real stories - for bulk orders of Minding Our Elders e-mail Carol                  Related StoriesCaregivers Can Improve Their New Year: Here's HowTry to Avoid These Mistakes When Caregiving for Someone Living With Alzheimer'sA New Year Calls for a New Attitude Toward Caregiving 
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