About Hospice & Palliative Care

What is the difference between palliative care and hospice?

  • Palliative care consultations are provided to anyone who is experiencing difficulty with pain and symptoms, most often related to a life-threatening illness.
  • Hospice care is provided to patients who have a life-threatening illness and are expected to live six months or less.
  • Palliative care consultations are provided by a registered nurse practitioner.
  • Hospice care is provided by a team - nurses, CNAs, social workers, physicians, spiritual care and bereavement specialists and volunteers - and continues until the patient dies.
  • Palliative care consultations may be provided to patients who are undergoing active treatment for their illness. Services may be provided only as long as the patient requires pain or symptom management.

What is hospice?

Hospice is a specialized program that offers help, comfort and support for people with life-limiting illnesses and their families. Hospice is about helping patients live full and meaningful lives by aiding them and their families with medical, emotional and spiritual care.
   

What is palliative care?

Palliative care is the combination of active and compassionate therapies intended to comfort and support individuals and families who are living with a life-threatening illness. The goal is to manage symptoms, enhance knowledge, facilitate caregiver participation, and coordinate physical, psychosocial and spiritual support services.
   
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