Hospice News

JUNE 17, 2022

One of the defining principles of hospice care is honoring the wishes of terminally ill patients. Now, with increasing frequency, a health care provider’s failure to honor those directives can lead to litigation or penalties by regulators. This can prevent or delay hospice care for individuals who chose to receive it. .

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Traditions Health

APRIL 15, 2024

There are several legal and medical forms you can use to help capture your wishes — from advance directives and living wills to physician orders for life-sustaining treatment and do-not-resuscitate (DNR) orders. Find more resources to help you in your home, health, hospice, or palliative care journey.

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Seasons Hospice

APRIL 8, 2021

There’s a swirling cloud of confusion and questions when it comes to end-of-life documentation. ” Keep reading to learn more about different types of end-of-life documents, why they are essential and the process to create them. Looking for hospice care? Visit the Seasons Hospice services page to learn more.

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1-800-HOSPICE

DECEMBER 21, 2021

One common myth about hospice is that patients must forgo the option to be resuscitated when dying. While most patients in hospice make an advance directive stating a preference to not be resuscitated or intubated, this is not a requirement. Here we explore this choice and how it affects hospice care.

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Home With Help

APRIL 1, 2025

Would they want to be resuscitated? Are they open to hospice care? Understanding these wishes now prevents confusion later and allows you to advocate for their care with confidence. Do You Have Legal and Financial Documents in Order? These documents protect their rights and ensure their decisions are honored.

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Nurse.com

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Because dementia is a terminal condition, hospice nurses can help guide interdisciplinary care teams to start the process of advance care planning. The process helps primary care professionals identify a person’s care goals and document and communicate their medical and personal preferences. “If

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Seasons Hospice

OCTOBER 26, 2022

However, drafting a will is an important step in ensuring that your wishes are carried out and your loved ones are taken care of after you’re gone. If You or Your Loved One Is In Hospice Care, Be Proactive. If you are receiving hospice care, your hospice team can help you create a living will if you desire.

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