Hospice Care
Comfort care at home.
Medicare covers
100%. No copays. Hospice is free Medicare benefit.
When to call
Doctor estimates 6 months or less to live. Earlier is better.
What it includes
- Nurse visits
- Pain meds
- Equipment
- Counseling
- Family bereavement support
Where
Most hospice happens at home. Inpatient if needed.
Find provider
Medicare Care Compare. Visit medicare.gov/care-compare.
Live longer
Studies show hospice patients live LONGER than aggressive treatment patients.
Quick Tip: Hospice isn't giving up. It's comfort with dignity. Call sooner not later.