Hospice vs. Palliative Care: Understanding Your Care Options and When They Matter Most
EverTrue Hospice and Palliative care were both recently featured on KMOV Great Day St. Louis.
Understanding Hospice and Palliative Care: What Families Need to Know
When facing a serious illness, many individuals and families find themselves asking important questions about comfort, support, and quality of life. Two care options that are often misunderstood are hospice care and palliative care. While both focus on improving comfort and well-being, they serve different purposes and can provide valuable support during different stages of a health journey.
When facing a serious illness, many individuals and families find themselves asking important questions about comfort, support, and quality of life. Two care options that are often misunderstood are hospice care and palliative care. While both focus on improving comfort and well-being, they serve different purposes and can provide valuable support during different stages of a health journey.
Hospice vs. Palliative Care: What’s the Difference?
While hospice and palliative care share similar goals, the primary difference is when they are provided.
- Palliative care can begin at any stage of a serious illness and may be provided while receiving medical treatments intended to cure or manage a condition.
- Hospice care is generally intended for individuals who are no longer pursuing curative treatment and are focusing on comfort and support during the final stage of life.
Both programs prioritize pain management, symptom relief, emotional support, and improving quality of life.
To learn more about EverTrue Hospice and EverTrue Palliative care, call 314.446.2539.
Watch the KMOV Great Day segment here: