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Help Me Decide: Navigating the Path to Care
Understanding the Difference:
Hospice care is typically appropriate for individuals with a terminal illness who require end-of-life support, while palliative care is an approach suitable for those facing serious illnesses, not just at the end of life. We provide a detailed comparison to help you comprehend the distinctions and find the care that aligns with your loved one’s specific needs.
Hospice Focuses on CARING when CURING is no longer the goal.
Give Us a Call
You can call us anytime to see if hospice or palliative care is right for you. We’re available 24/7. One of our team of nurses will meet with you to evaluate your situation.
Service Area
Hospice of Lake Cumberland and Palliative Care of Lake Cumberland serve the counties of Pulaski, Russell, Wayne, McCreary, Casey, Clinton, and Cumberland in south-central Kentucky.
Overview
Palliative Care VS Hospice Care: What Are the Differences?
Discover how each service uniquely addresses the needs of individuals facing serious illnesses, offering tailored support and comfort at different stages of the medical journey.
Palliative Services
- Paid by insurance (self)
- Any stage of disease
- Same time as curative treatment
- Typically happens in hospital
Hospice Services
- Paid by Medicare/Medicaid insurance
- Prognosis 6 months or less
- Excludes curative treatment
- Wherever patient calls home
Both Services Offer
- Comfort Care
- Reduce Stress
- Offer symptom relief related to serious illness
- Physical and psychosocial relief
