Question 1

When should I consider hospice care?

Accepted Answer

There may come a time when efforts to cure your illness aren't working or when the treatment burdens outweigh the benefits. If you or a loved one is in the last stages of a serious illness, Crown Care Hospice can help ease the pain and suffering and maximize your quality of life.

Question 2

What is usually not provided in hospice care?

Accepted Answer

As the main focus and goal of hospice care is comfort, certain things are not provided, including treatments and prescriptions intended to cure the illness.

Question 3

Can a patient leave hospice care?

Accepted Answer

Yes, patients are in complete control of their care and can leave hospice at any time. If a patient shows signs of recovery and wishes to return to regular medical care, hospice is discontinued but can be resumed later if the patient's condition deteriorates.

Question 4

How does hospice care help with pain?

Accepted Answer

Our nurses and doctors specialize in pain control and symptom management, and are available to discuss your comfort needs and the level of pain medication needed.

Question 5

Is hospice care only for bedridden patients?

Accepted Answer

Hospice patients do not need to be homebound or bedridden. Their care is always about living life to its fullest.

Question 6

Can hospice care continue after six months?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If after six months a patient still needs hospice services, they can continue if their physician recertifies that they are terminally ill.

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