When does hospice come into the picture?
Hospice is comfort care when a doctor believes life may be measured in months, not years. People with advanced dementia can qualify. Medicare often covers hospice when rules are met.
Ask the doctor. Ask about palliative care earlier if pain or stress is high. Hospice is not giving up — it is choosing comfort.
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