Important Questions You Should Ask When Choosing Hospice Care
- How does hospice work?
- How long has the hospice been in the community?
- Are the doctors who work for the hospice full-time employees?
- Are the doctors and nurses trained and/or certified in hospice and palliative care?
- Can the hospice meet your specific needs?
- How does the hospice measure and track quality?
- What are the options for inpatient hospice care?
- How many patients are assigned to each nurse?
- What if I have an urgent need or my symptoms are uncontrollable at home?
- How will the hospice team keep me and my family informed about my condition?
- Will my family and I be involved in making decisions about my care?
- Is the hospice accredited and state-licensed?
- What other services does the hospice offer beyond those required?
- What type of bereavement services are offered to me and my family?
