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What is Hospice Care?

Hospice care is designed to give supportive care, including spiritual and emotional, to people in the final phase of a terminal illness while focusing on comfort at the end of life. Curative treatment is not a part of hospice or comfort care.

Every minute counts. We are here to help you make the most of end-of-life care.

Our multi-disciplinary team will coordinate a plan of care for you or your loved one to improve comfort and quality of life. If you have questions, please contact FMC Palliative Hospice Care Coordinator at 740-687-8654.

Male patient in hospital bed being comforted by wife

Myth vs. Fact #1

Myth: Once enrolled in hospice care, I will lose all control over healthcare decisions.

Fact: You or your family remain at the center of healthcare decision-making.

Female healthcare provider talking with female patient in a hospital bed

Myth vs. Fact #2

Myth: My doctor will talk to me about hospice care when it is time. I do not need to bring it up.

Fact: Healthcare providers often wait for a patient to bring up hospice care, which leads to late enrollment.

family visiting senior woman at hospital

Myth vs. Fact #3

Myth: I have to leave my home and give up my doctor in order to receive hospice care in an inpatient facility.

Fact: Hospice care is a service, not a place. In-home care is an option, and you can keep your healthcare provider.

Myth vs. Fact #4

Myth: Hospice care is expensive, and I will be unable to afford it.

Fact: At little to no cost, you can receive hospice care. Most insurance companies and Medicare cover hospice care costs.

Have Questions?

If you have questions, please contact the Palliative Hospice Care Coordinator at 740-687-8654.